The Ideal Candidate will possess: Seven or more years of building/grading inspection, plan review/grading plan check, permit review and issuance, and/or building construction experience; Knowledge of construction of residential and commercial buildings and structures; Extensive knowledge of California Building Codes in relation to construction of residential and light commercial buildings; Knowledge of permit intake, review, and issuance procedures; Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and related documents and specifications; Ability to learn and apply software solutions in accepting permit applications, assessing fees, assigning works, conducting research, issuing permits and other related tasks; Ability to direct, supervise, mentor and manage technical and support staff; Ability to deliver customer focused, reliable and consistent services to the public in person and remotely; Ability to evaluate processes and develop and suggest improvements that facilitate delivery of services; Strong communication skills including written and oral; Strong computer skills in the use of spreadsheets, word processing, workload management and tracking on both desktop and mobile platforms. Ability to: read and interpret building and grading plans and specifications and enforce their application; prepare clear written reports; train, direct, and supervise the work of paraprofessional and office support staff; work cooperatively with other county departments and public agencies; deal effectively with the public and secure the cooperation of persons in the construction industry; and represent the department in a knowledgeable, professional manner.