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ABOUT THE POSITION The Clark County Building Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Assistant Manager Building Permits position. This position oversees operations that support some of the most complex and high-profile development projects in the nation. In this role, you will guide a team responsible for permit intake, plan review coordination, issuance, and fee assessment while ensuring compliance with building codes, County ordinances, and regulatory standards.

As part of the leadership team, you will drive efficiency, elevate customer service, and develop staff in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. This role will directly influence the safety, quality, and progress of construction across the region. The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge of building codes and permitting processes, along with proven experience leading Building Department teams.

PLEASE NOTE: The Clark County Building Department supports employee development by providing training and covering approved, job-related certification and examination costs, including ICC certifications required for successful performance of the position and career advancement, in accordance with County policy. THE SALARY FOR THIS RECRUITMENT HAS BEEN CHANGED AND IS NOW REFLECTED IN THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT. This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process. Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union. Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Clark County Building Department located at 4701 W. Russell Road, Las Vegas NV, 89118, is dedicated to providing construction and development customers with state-of-the-art permit management, plan review and inspections services for residential and commercial construction. The Building Department is responsible for ensuring public safety through the effective enforcement of development and construction standards which include issuance of permits, plan reviews, inspection services for conformity to the State of Nevada and the adopted Model Codes.

As part of Clark County, the Building Department is a dynamic and innovative organization dedicated to providing top-quality service with integrity, respect, and accountability. As the famed Las Vegas Strip sits at the heart of Clark County featuring unparalleled attractions like dancing fountains, a replica of the renowned Eiffel Tower, and some of the world's largest and most beautiful resorts, the Building Department is an integral part of the building industry and economic growth within Clark County. For more information regarding this career opportunity with the Clark County Building Department, please visit the department web page at: https://www.clarkcountynv.gov/government/departments/building___fire_prevention/ MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration or a field related to the work AND five (5) years of demonstrated full-time experience in a permit environment which has involved dealing with the public and the explanation of complex policies and procedures, including two (2) years in a supervisory role

Experience in coordinating complex information systems activities is desirable. Professional level experience and/or education that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application.

Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation.

Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Plans, organizes, administers, assigns, supervises, reviews and evaluates the work of building permit, plan submittal, inspection scheduling, records, and associated technical and office support staff. Recommends selection of staff; trains staff and provides for their professional development; administers discipline as required.

Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the division; assists in the preparation and administration of the division's budget. Provides complex technical assistance and policy and procedure interpretation to staff and the public involved with the building permit process. Coordinates interdepartmental activities involved with the permitting process with those of other department and County agencies.

Assists staff with the resolution of complex or difficult situations; confers with and represents the department with developers, engineers, architects, contractors, property owners and others to give information regarding fees, regulations and procedures. EXAMPLES OF ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Contributes to the overall quality of the division's service provision by developing and coordinating work teams and by reviewing, recommending and implementing improved policies and procedures. Directs the conduct of and conducts analytical studies; develops and reviews reports of findings, alternatives and recommendations.

Maintains and directs the maintenance of accurate records, logs and files of plans, plan review status and work performed. Monitors technical developments and legislation related to the building permit process; recommends procedural or ordinance changes as appropriate. Prepares and directs the preparation of a variety of reports, correspondence, informational materials, policies, procedures and a variety of written materials.

May drive a motor vehicle to attend off-site meetings and visit other job sites. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Must be capable of traveling to and from various county locations to attend meetings and visit job sites.

Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.