DEPUTY ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (EXE LEV) - BUILDING CODE ENFORCEMENT

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DEPUTY ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (EXE LEV) - BUILDING CODE ENFORCEMENT

Houston Airport System Houston, Texas, United States

Job Description:

DEPUTY ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (EXE LEV) - BUILDING CODE ENFORCEMENT

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: CURRENT HOUSTON PERMITTING CENTER EMPLOYEES ONLY

JOB CLASSIFICATION: DEPUTY ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (EXE LEV) - INSPECTIONS MEP
DIVISION: HOUSTON PERMITTING CENTER - CONSTRUCTION & COMPLIANCE
REPORTING LOCATION: 1002 WASHINGTON AVENUE, HOUSTON, TX 77002
WORKDAYS & HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00AM - 5:00PM*
*Subject to change

ABOUT HOUSTON PUBLIC WORKS
 Houston Public Works (HPW) plays a vital role in ensuring a thriving and sustainable future for our city. We oversee the planning, operation, maintenance, construction management, and technical engineering of the City's public infrastructure, including our roadways, bridges, drainage systems, and parks. With a dedicated workforce of approximately 3,900 employees, we are constantly striving for excellence in delivering essential services to our community.

Houston Permitting Center’s Building Code Enforcement Branch administers & enforces over 400 permit types for the City of Houston and its jurisdictions, annually reviews over 65,000 commercial and residential plans, and performs over 800,000 inspections annually related to permitting & regulatory operations.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Deputy Assistant Director to lead key enforcement teams within Building Code Enforcement. This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with building codes, ordinances, and regulations while promoting public safety and integrity in Houston’s built environment.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Under the direction of the Building Official, the Deputy Assistant Director will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for Structural, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing operations. This position is responsible for managing multiple technical divisions, ensuring compliance with building codes and ordinances, and driving efficiency in permitting, and inspection processes. The role requires collaboration with internal teams, external stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to maintain safety and integrity in Houston’s built environment. Key areas of responsibility include:

The selected candidate will be pivotal in guiding teams, setting priorities, and driving key objectives that align with the Department's mission. The position also requires fostering cross-departmental collaboration to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in enforcement efforts.

Key Priorities include, but are not limited to: WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable; the individual has some discretion about standing, walking, etc.

This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Seven years of progressively more complex/responsible administrative experience are required, with at least three of the years in a supervisory capacity.

A Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field closely related to the work being performed may be substituted for two years of experience.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Valid driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston driving policy (A.P. 2-2).

PREFERENCES

The ideal candidate for this position will possess a strong technical background in building code enforcement, exceptional leadership abilities, and a strategic mindset to drive efficiency and innovation within the department. An ideal candidate should possess the following:


**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE 30

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832-393-0453).

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832-393-0453). (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 5/7/2026 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$116,474.28 - $135,490.16 Annually
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