Assistant Certified Building Official (On-site) Job Listing at University of California in Merced, CA (Job ID 65801)

Description

Hiring Range

The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is $67,800 - $122,800.  The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $84,300 - $105,400/yr. The full salary range for the position is under review. 

Job Closing Date

Initial applicant review will begin on or around March 20, 2024. Posting will remain open until filled.

Remote/Hybrid eligibility: This position is fully on-site. 

About UC Merced

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and the first American research university built in the 21st century. With more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced offers an environment that combines a commitment to diversity, inclusion, collaboration and professional development. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships, and community involvement, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide educational opportunities for highly qualified students from the San Joaquin Valley and throughout California. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and supports the economic development of Merced and the region.

The Merced 2020 Project, a $1.3 billion public-private partnership unprecedented in higher education and completed in 2020, nearly doubled the physical capacity of the campus, enhancing academic distinction, student success and research excellence. UC Merced also operates the Downtown Campus Center, a $33 million, three-story administrative building located in the heart of Merced.

The university's mission of educational excellence and rigorous inquiry is powered by three schools and numerous research institutes and centers that seek scientific and social solutions for the Valley, California and the world. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced is preparing the way for a rigorous medical education program.

The course of UC Merced's evolution is piloted by a long-range strategic plan. Enacted in 2021, the 10-year blueprint is guiding how the values of equity and justice influence our pathway to earning Carnegie R1 research status, growing enrollment, upholding our identity as a minority-serving institution, and operationalizing how commitments to equity, diversity and inclusion are enacted in each campus unit.

About the Job

The Assistant Certified Building Official (ACBO) reports directly to the Campus Certified Building Official (CBO). The ACBO is expected to assist in establishing procedures for the department. The ACBO enforces compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, by appropriate reviews and inspections as required therein. The ACBO, under the direction of the CBO, is responsible for ensuring that all construction projects comply with Title 24, interpretation of code requirements, and direction of the code process.

ACBOs enforce code compliance for all campus or campus-related projects. ACBO also ensure that fire and life safety requirements are reviewed by a Designated Campus Fire Marshal (DCFM), and that Disabled Access requirements are reviewed by the Division of the State Architect-Access Compliance (DSA-AC) when required. CBOs shall enforce OSHPD's "licensed clinic" regulations referred to in the Building Code as "OSHPD 3".

ACBOs issue building permits and work closely with the DCFM on the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, Beneficial Occupancy, and Temporary Occupancy in accordance with the contract documents and permit requirements, and after verification of code compliance and review by other officials, as appropriate.

ACBOs conduct inspections for compliance with Title 24 and interprets code requirements as appropriate. Responsible for all UC Merced campus construction projects, ensuring building code compliance for capital projects, University owned properties, and lease space occupied by UC Merced.

The ACBO is responsible for working with other campus stakeholders to assure compliance with the UC Facilities Manual and Project Specifications on large or complex projects. 

The ACBO may also serve on committees and participate in strategic and long-range planning for development of future projects.

The ACBO will serve as a Subject Matter Expert for compliance with accessibility and health and safety building standards and requirements.

The ACBO will review and inspect special event applications for accessibility and health and safety compliance.

The ACBO manages systems and procedures to protect departmental and university assets in accordance with the Federal, State, University of California, Office of the President (UCOP), and Campus regulations.

The ACBO assists the CBO in managing and supervising assigned Inspectors of Record (IORs) for large capital construction projects with budgets from $1M to more than $300M.

The ACBO is expected to be a technical expert for code compliance that reviews the professional design work of licensed architects, engineers, geologists, and design professionals involved in the design of all large and/or complex construction projects on and off the campus.

The ACBO will be expected to exercise independent judgement and be able to assist in the establishment of progressive and innovative policies for plan review, permitting, and inspection services.

The consequence of error is significant and failure to ensure compliance with various building codes could result in public endangerment and major institutional liability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Working under the direction of the CBO, the ACBO acts on matters of code regulations on University projects. The University complies with the Title 24 California Building Standards Code, Parts 1-12 and all amendments (CBC). Administer a code compliant program for all facilities owned, leased, designed, constructed, altered, or renovated with intent, or future intent, to support the mission of the University, that are under the jurisdiction and responsibility of the University.
• Ensure that all work is designed in conformance with applicable codes for all capital improvement Program, Renovations, Special Events, and Alteration Plans, directs, and manages several programs within multiple disciplines regarding code compliance, building safety and fire safety, and awareness, compliance reporting, and other related programs.
• Provides oversight and conducts full inspection and plan review services on a wide variety of construction projects ranging from tenant improvements, maintenance and repair projects, through complex new construction and infrastructure replacement projects, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, access compliance and infrastructure projects to ensure that all work is constructed in conformance with California building codes, federal law, state law, UC Policies and campus policies. Consults with design teams, architects, stakeholders, contactors, facilities, and management on construction projects and programs. Actively engages and provides input.
• Witnesses, certifies, and documents field tests. Oversees Special Inspection coordination in accordance with CCR Title 24 as well as enforces other relevant California building regulations, campus policies and standards. Issues permits, correction notices, and certificates of occupancy, beneficial/temporary occupancy.
• UC Merced is scheduled to construct over $650M of new capital improvement projects over the next five years.  The ACBO will manage the contracted life-safety inspection services and will supervise 3 to 6 Contract Inspectors over the life of these significant projects.
• Serves on campus, systemwide and community committees as appropriate, representing UC Merced.
• Assists in formalizing departmental procedures and practices to illustrate compliance and for strategic department growth and operational planning.
• Assist with the development of applicable policies and procedures on campus to ensure compliance and/or best practices.
• May assist in the Emergency Operation Center. May work with emergency responders on emergency response and campus familiarity (preplans, building awareness, fire alarm functions).
• Partners with other public safety staff on emergency preparedness planning, development and implementation along with training of campus constituents. Must be able to respond to campus for emergencies. Must be able to respond to UC Systemwide/State of CA calls for assistance as needed.
• Evaluates, recommends, and implements program policies and procedures to assure awareness of regulatory compliance of building safety and construction processes, building requirements.
• Participates in workgroups, campus driven efforts/programs, consults, and other task responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION and REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in related area.
• Advanced degree in related area/field of study. (Preferred)
• 3 years of related experience performing a combination of complex commercial and residential inspections, technical plan review experience, permit processing, and construction project management for a California local or state entity responsible for building code regulations.
• 7 years of related education/experience as stated above can substitute for a bachelor's degree.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Possess or obtain ICC Certified Building Official Certificate is preferred. If one is not in possession at time of employment, obtaining the certification within 1 year of appointment and maintained throughout duration of employment.
• Certification in a specialty skilled trade ICC Certification for Building Plans Examiner (Preferred)
• ICC Certification for Building Inspector (Preferred)
• California Division of State Architect (DSA) - CASp Certification (Preferred)
• ICC Certification for Mechanical/Plumbing Inspector (Preferred)
• ICC Certification for Electrical Inspector (Preferred)
• Valid California Driver License.
• Certification in a specialty skilled trade required.         

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Comprehensive thorough knowledge, technical expertise and understanding of California codes and regulations, and Campus Design Standards. Expertise and experience in inspections and plan review process. Understanding of fire protections systems, complex building designs, fire alarm and mass notification systems, egress systems, building construction, accessibility and sustainability.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills to effectively communicate with diverse constituencies.
• Excellent skills to create, develop, implement projects/ programs, anticipate needs and plan for projected needs, ability to develop/formalize department procedures/policies. Skills to appropriately and efficiently evaluate an incident to improve future code compliance and campus safety; recommend, develop and implement changes to improve safety. Ability to partner and liaise with on and off campus emergency responders. Ability to work with the campus emergency responders on emergency planning.
• Advanced innovative and creative problem-solving skills, including problem recognition/avoidance/resolution skills and skill to determine workable solutions that may require application of technical advice or counsel.
• Ability to identify stakeholders, when encountering an issue and ability to work through the issue while fully considering and accounting for the competing interests.
• Strong organizational and records keeping skills. Demonstrated ability to understand, create, and implement workflow process to improve services for customers.
• Strong knowledge of campus/medical center construction environment including infrastructure and applicable rules, regulations, laws, policies and practices.
• Knowledge of project constructability and skills to anticipate problems in implementation of design when applied to field conditions.
• Expert knowledge and experience in reviewing site conditions and plans for ADA compliance based on code knowledge and field expertise.

Background Check

Background check will be required.

Policy Statement

How to Apply:
An online application is required for each position to apply.The University of California, Merced is aware that some web-based application processes may be cumbersome for differently abled applicants. Where appropriate, alternative accommodations will be provided. For applicants with disabilities who need additional assistance using TAM, or reasonable accommodations during the interview or search process, please contact ucmjobs@ucmerced.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or other protected categories covered by the UC Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policy. UC Merced intentionally promotes and maintains a discrimination- and harassment-free workplace by demonstrating it neither condones nor tolerates employment practices that discriminate against or harass any person or specific group of persons on the basis listed above. We seek candidates who will support our vision to cultivate a vibrant, equity-minded, inclusive excellence university community. When applying to UC Merced, we strongly encourage you to reflect on our Principles of Community and our 2021 strategic plan.  

Vaccination Program Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy.  All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline.  For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is 14 days after their first date of employment. 

Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy:
The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco free workplace.  Information and the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy is available at http://smokefree.ucmerced.edu.

E-Verify:
All employers who receive Federal contracts and grants are required to comply with E-Verify, an  Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland  Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. Certain positions funded by federal contracts/subcontracts requires UC Merced to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule:
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California visit: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/

Employee Referral Program

This position is eligible for the UC Merced Employee Referral Program (ERP). If you were referred by a UC Merced employee, please identify that employee by name in your application as follows:

 

Step 5 of 7       Referrals                         

How did you hear about the job? (select) “other”

Additional information? (select) “other”

Specific Referral Source? (write in) first and last name of referring employee 

Referring employee MUST be named on application for eligibility. 

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