Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested
Service Line: Houston Permitting Center
Section: Code Development
Reporting Location: 1002 Washington AVE
Workdays & Hours: M-F, 8am - 5pm*
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Functions in a staff analyst role is to provide professional, analytical, administrative, and/or systems support services to the Senior Staff Analyst and Senior Division Manager in the Code Development group. Coordinates the proper enforcement and application of all City of Houston Building Codes and Ordinances for various departments that work with the Houston Permitting Center. Investigates and makes recommendations for addressing issues of medium to high complexity and/or sensitivity. Compiles data, produces information and interprets results through conclusion or recommendation formulation. Provides direction to managers as related to Building Code Enforcement. Develops reports, special documents or publications as assigned. Prepares correspondence and provides written responses for the Building Official for code interpretations and alternate methods requests from property owners, architects, engineers, construction professionals, and their representatives. Provides direction to managers and various boards concerning the application of building codes. Participates in meetings with the General Public, Contractors, Technical Professionals, and others to ensure problems are resolved. Provides ordinance and legislative analysis as required. Oversees and establishes internal code training program for employees including code change analysis documents. Prepares and delivers speeches and presentations. Assist the City of Houston Building Official with any special tasks as assigned. Prepares, edits and revises department policy and procedure manuals. Analyzes and reviews practices and procedures and develops recommendations for improvement. Performs and completes other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing etc.
This is a Department of Houston Public Works Management position at the Tier 3 Level.