Building Construction Inspection Division Manager

* This position is exempt from Civil Service and serves at the pleasure of the Commissioner-Department of Neighborhood Services. *

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce that is committed to providing exemplary service to the City’s residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity. 

The Department of Neighborhood Services (DNS) supports neighborhood improvements by enforcing standards for buildings, property and land use. The department uses its enforcement, financial, and educational resources to encourage investment in housing and other buildings in Milwaukee’s neighborhoods. Various inspection and enforcement activities ensure compliance with building and property codes, supporting an attractive investment environment and fostering reinvestment into neighborhoods.

Provide vision, direction, and managerial oversight for all trades inspection activities for the City of Milwaukee Department of Neighborhood Services (DNS) including construction, plumbing, cross connection, electrical, elevator, fire protection, and boiler inspection. 

• Provide managerial oversight and direction for all trades inspection activities for the City of Milwaukee DNS including construction, plumbing, cross connection, electrical, elevator, fire protection, and boiler inspection.
• Manage Trades Division Supervisors and administrative support staff activity to ensure the mission of the department is being carried out.
• Meet with supervisors and inspectors to review plans and projects and to provide code interpretation and direction.
• Provide in-person and telephone assistance to customers.
• Provide code interpretation for internal and external customers.
• Represent the DNS at governmental forums, community meetings, the Board of Standards and Appeals, the DNS variance committee, and the Municipal Court as necessary.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

• Ability to work beyond standard business hours to meet departmental needs and in emergency situations that require management involvement/presence.
• The standard business hours are 7:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Monday through Friday.
• Ability to carry and use a mobile phone during work hours.
• Required to file a statement of economic interests in accordance with the Milwaukee Code of Ordinances Chapter 303-Code of Ethics.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered. 

• Master’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management.
• Municipal building codes inspection experience.

Technical

• Knowledge of State of Wisconsin Commercial Building Code, International Fire Code and Uniform Dwelling Code.
• Knowledge of the Milwaukee Code of Ordinances.
• Knowledge of applicable building and life safety codes, construction methods, materials, and construction documents.
• Ability to interpret building and zoning codes.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of construction technology. 
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of Real Estate Law.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the Department of Natural Resources conservation practice standards.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of zoning administration and code enforcement.
• Extensive knowledge of building engineering principles and methods and the document review process.
• Knowledge of mathematics and geometry used in building design and construction.
• Ability to demonstrate familiarity with Microsoft Office and other database applications.
• Proficiency using standard and proprietary computer applications.
• Ability to read and understand documents such as laws, policies, and technical publications. 

Leadership

• Ability to effectively direct the activities of staff.
• Ability to facilitate and promote individual staff accomplishments toward organizational objectives, including shared responsibility, teamwork, and acceptance of change.
• Ability to foster an environment of inclusion wherein all employees are treated respectfully, are valued for their strengths, and feel that they can safely express themselves.
• Ability to foster an environment of inclusion wherein all employees are treated respectfully, are valued for their strengths, and feel that they can safely express themselves.

Interpersonal and Communication

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, elected officials, representatives of City departments, local developers, builders, contractors, and the public.
• Verbal communication and presentation skills to clearly communicate information and ideas.
• Written communications skills to craft policies and procedures, reports, and correspondence.

Critical Thinking and Professionalism

• Skill in short-term and long-term strategic planning.
• Organizational skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure while handling multiple tasks.
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting data and other information to reach conclusions and make decisions.
• Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that are logical and effective.
• Honesty, integrity, ability to maintain confidentiality, and responsible stewardship of City resources.

The current salary range (1QX) is $168,669-$185,792 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $173,729-$191,365 annually. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

BENEFITS: The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following:

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits.

• Screening for this position will be based on an evaluation of each applicant’s education, experience, and professional accomplishments, which should be detailed in a cover letter, resume and transcripts (if applicable).
• Cover letter, resume, and college transcripts must be sent via email to DNSJobs@milwaukee.gov by 4:45 p.m. on FRIDAY, JULY 12, 2024 Extended to: FRIDAY, JULY 19. 2024
• Please indicate “Building Construction Inspection Division Manager” in the subject line of the email.
• Questions relative to the selection process may be directed to Sha’Nese Burnell Jones by calling 414.286.2563 or via email at sburne@milwaukee.gov.
• The City of Milwaukee reserves the right to invite only the most qualified applicants to participate in the selection process. 

INITIAL FILING DATE:

• The selection process will be conducted as soon as practical after FRIDAY, JULY 12, 2024 Extended to: FRIDAY, JULY 19, 2024
• Receipt of application materials may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been met. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.