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Serves as the Zoning Enforcement Officer; enforces Building codes, investigates complaints to ensure compliance with bylaws and building codes; responsible for enforcing the Massachusetts Building Code, zoning ordinances, flood plain regulations, and earth removal ordinance; enforces the requirements of special permits issued by the Zoning Board of Appeals or the Planning Board, and other applicable statutes, rules, and regulations. Responds to inquiries from property owners, banks, real estate firms, and the public to explain and interpret regulations and ordinance provisions; explains procedures and assists with completion of forms and applications; discusses construction methods and materials with builders, architects, engineers, and developers to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations.

<div>Basic Function: This Position is responsible for the planning, organizing and supervision of inspection work to enforce the provisions of the state building code and Chapter 22, Section 13A to ensure compliance with life safety, structural, light, ventilation, and other pertinent local bylaws; oversees the issuance of required permits applicable to building construction; reviews plan for zoning compliance. Administrative, technical and inspection work related to the enforcement and interpretation of the Massachusetts Building Code, local zoning ordinance and other applicable codes relating to building construction and design, all other related work, as required.</div><div> </div><div>Responsibilities:</div><ul><li>Oversees Building Department staff and operations.</li><li>Performs Building Inspections, zoning enforcements and applicable investigations. Inspects buildings, alterations to buildings under construction and upon completion to monitor compliance with the Massachusetts Building Code, local zoning ordinance, and other pertinent state and local regulations; inspects safety conditions of existing buildings. </li><li>Serves as the Zoning Enforcement Officer; enforces Building codes, investigates complaints to ensure compliance with bylaws and building codes; responsible for enforcing the Massachusetts Building Code, zoning ordinances, flood plain regulations, and earth removal ordinance; enforces the requirements of special permits issued by the Zoning Board of Appeals or the Planning Board, and other applicable statutes, rules, and regulations. </li><li>Responds to emergencies concerning buildings and natural disasters; on call 24/7.</li><li>Enforces occupant loads in commercial buildings. </li><li>Conducts annual inspections for commercial businesses. </li><li>Assists with inquiries from General Public, Town Departments, Fire and Police Departments.</li><li>Reviews plans for building construction or alteration for compliance with state codes, access regulations, local zoning ordinances and other applicable regulations. Reviews all building, electric, plumbing and gas and other relevant permit applications, special permits, and their proposed use for compliance with life safety, structural, light, ventilation, and all other local and state regulations. Reviews project plans for conformance to 780 CMR and zoning codes.</li><li>Conducts Life Safety for all residential and commercial buildings.</li><li>Responds to inquiries from property owners, banks, real estate firms, and the public to explain and interpret regulations and ordinance provisions; explains procedures and assists with completion of forms and applications; discusses construction methods and materials with builders, architects, engineers, and developers to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations. </li><li>Maintains posted office hours adequate to serve the needs of the public. </li><li>Performs administrative functions; issues building permits; coordinates inspections and appointments; responds to telephone and written requests for information. </li><li>Maintains a daily log of inspections, applications issued, permits granted, approvals, and fees collected; provides monthly activity reports to the Town Administrator; attends meetings and hearings.</li><li>Collects signs not allowed or permitted on Town property.</li><li>Prepares annual departmental budget request, monitors spending. </li><li>Performs other related job duties as required.</li></ul><div> </div><div>Education & Experience</div><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in building construction, design, or related field.</li><li>3 to 5 years of related experience.</li><li>Valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.</li><li>MassState Building Commissioner Certification (Required).</li><li>MAConstruction Supervisors License (unrestricted) (Required).</li></ul><div> </div><div>Beneficial: Municipal experience preferred</div>

City of Medford

Building Commissioner

Administrative Skills

Budget Management

Building Codes

Building Permits

Commercial Construction

Construction

Construction Design

Construction Inspection

Construction Planning

Emergency Response

Expense Tracking

Interpret Regulations

Life Safety Systems

Maintain Compliance

On Call

Plumbing

Project Planning

Real Estate

Regulations

Request for Information (RFI)

Safety Compliance

State Laws and Regulations

Truck Driver

Zoning

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Ability to use data to diagnose problems and drive enhancements and efficiencies in departmental field operations; Working knowledge of and ability to use personal computers and related software to develop databases and systems to record and track projects and probation data; and, Professional Development: Must have a background that demonstrates a history of regular professional development. Other additional duties include the oversight of all performance field audits that are conducted by the Office of the Commissioner of Probation, assisting in providing strategic planning and policy development for probation field services, and addressing various required resources and other needs of local probation divisions.

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Official Title: Deputy Commissioner for Field ServicesPay Grade: Deputy Commissioner ProbationSalary Range: DCD Entry Level Pay $131,702.22 to Pay Range Maximum $189,946.38Salary Notes: This position is designated as a Management. Starting Salary will be based on a review of qualifications and experience.Departmental Mission Statement: Protecting and Building Safer, Healthier, Stronger Communities.Position Summary: Working within the Office of the Commissioner of Probation, the Deputy Commissioner provides leadership and management for Trial Court Probation Field Services operations. The Deputy Commissioner has general oversight of all local probation offices with regard to field operations and services. The Deputy Commissioner assists the Commissioner and First Deputy Commissioner in developing and establishing field policies and procedures, including the development and revision of standards of practice governing the professional responsibilities of all probation staff. Other additional duties include the oversight of all performance field audits that are conducted by the Office of the Commissioner of Probation, assisting in providing strategic planning and policy development for probation field services, and addressing various required resources and other needs of local probation divisions.Supervision Received: Receives assignments and direction from the Commissioner of Probation. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Commissioner of Probation, the Deputy Commissioner for Field Services is responsible for the following: Provides leadership and management for all Trial Court Probation Field Services operations; Supervises, monitors, and evaluates the performance of local probation divisions and staff for adherence to Trial Court Probation Services standards, professional responsibilities, and procedures; Consults with Regional/Statewide Supervisors and Chief Probation Officers regarding issues related to investigations, case management, and records management & maintenance; Reviews probation field audits regarding probation case reporting, recommendations on dispositions, and adherence to probation best practices, standards and protocols; Reviews and responds to critical incident reports and oversees corrective action if needed; Travels between the Office of the Commissioner of Probation and all probation departments across the Commonwealth; Provides direct supervision to the Regional/Statewide Supervisors and Field Services Administrator; Conducts probation staff conferences and meetings as necessary; Interprets and explains field policies and procedures established by the Office of the Commissioner of Probation to probation staff; Represents the Commissioner of Probation and First Deputy Commissioner as needed on statewide boards, conference committees, or other related probation groups; Collaborates with law enforcement and other local/state organizations and agencies within probation’s sphere of operations; Compiles statistics and conducts research relating to crime, delinquency, and family service matters; and may participate with other agencies in research studies; Leads initiatives and studies seeking ways to identify methods of enhancing delivery of services by probation field services personnel; Assists in providing strategic planning and policy development for probation field services; Keeps updated on research pertaining to evidence-based community supervision practices and case management; Maintains statistical data as directed by the Office of the Commissioner of Probation; and Performs such other duties as may be assigned by the Commissioner of Probation or First Deputy Commissioner in accordance with the guidelines, policies and standards of the Massachusetts Probation Service.Job Competencies: Ethics and Values Communicates and demonstrates the ethics and values of Probation Service and the Trial Court. Mission and Vision Understands, upholds, and communicates the stated organizational mission and vision. Leadership The ability to motivate staff and effectively execute the strategic goals and responsibilities of the Probation Service. Team Building (Motivating Others) Fosters a sense of shared goals and accountabilities through the development of positive relationships in order to promote a healthy work environment. Collaboration Demonstrates flexibility and openness to modifications and adaptations suitable to the situation; Receptive to diverse ideas and opinions without preconceptions. Strategic Thinking and Planning Utilizes the best available information to successfully achieve positive future outcomes on an organizational and local level. Performance Measurement (Individual and EBP) Understands the value and importance of performance measures as a basis for both individual and departmental assessments. Influence Understands the appropriate use of advocacy and persuasion in order to effectuate positive change and growth within the organization. Managing External Environment Creates and promotes cooperative partnerships with other agencies in Probation’s sphere of operations; develops strategies to promote partnerships and team building. Continuous Learning Is actively committed to and actively works to continuously improve himself/herself. Minimum Requirements: These are the minimum requirements necessary to apply for the position of Deputy Commissioner: Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution recognized by the US Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. A graduate degree in behavioral sciences, education, administration, management, or criminal justice is strongly preferred. Applicants must also have ten (10) years of full-time paid experience within the Probation Service in which a minimum of Five (5) years must be as a Chief Probation Officer, a Regional/Statewide Supervisor, or Field Services Administrator of Probation. Experience in training staff is strongly preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Skills: Ability to use data to diagnose problems and drive enhancements and efficiencies in departmental field operations; Working knowledge of and ability to use personal computers and related software to develop databases and systems to record and track projects and probation data; and, Professional Development: Must have a background that demonstrates a history of regular professional development.

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