Assistant Building and Safety Manager (Temporary)

Assistant Building and Safety Manager

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Assistant Building and Safety Manager in the Planning Department! In this role, you will assist in the overall management of the Building and Safety Division including planning, development, administration, and evaluation of operations.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Manage the Permit Service Center and Plan Check program areas
• Assist in developing and implementing policies and programs
• Interpret codes and regulations for a variety of assignments
• Provide information to clients and community members
• Act as the Building and Safety Manager in their absence

The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill a temporary vacancy not to exceed 1 year.

Minimum Qualifications

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is:

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in civil or structural engineering or architecture and five (5) years of experience in the review of residential, commercial, and/or industrial building and construction plans, and specifications and the interpretation and enforcement of building codes and ordinances. Some lead or supervisory experience is desirable.

Required certifications include:

• Must possess a valid International Code Council (ICC) Plans Examiner Certification or Building Inspector Certification at time of application.
• Must possess a valid International Code Council (ICC) Building Official Certification within one year of appointment.

Desirable Certifications include:

• Licensure as a California Structural or Civil Engineer or Architect is desirable.
• Certification as a a California State Certified Access Specialist (CASp) certification is highly desirable.

Other requirements: Must be able to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet the program needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on city business, the incumbent is required to maintain a valid California Driver's license, as well as a satisfactory driving record.

Application Process

Applications must be received by 5:00 PM PST on October 26, 2026, and must include a completed application, resume, and answers to the supplemental questions. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application.

Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.

Exam Process

The exam process will include, but is not limited to:

• Application review for minimum qualifications and required documents
• Review of Supplemental Questionnaire

Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The examination process and dates are subject to change. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.

Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to hr@berkeleyca.gov at the time of application.

Pre-Employment Process

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City will undergo an employment background check that may include, but is not limited to: confirmation of employment history, educational credentials and degrees, certificates, registrations, and licenses including driver's license; credit check; criminal history check; and Live Scan fingerprinting.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer: The City of Berkeley is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All employment actions shall be administered regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, veterans' status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Disaster Service Worker: All City employees are required to provide services as Disaster Service Workers in the event of an emergency/disaster.

Benefits

Benefited employees receive a myriad of financial and other benefits, including CalPERS pension and other retirement plans, medical and dental coverage, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and more. Benefit-eligible employees include those with a regular work schedule of at least 20 hours per week. Employees working less than 30 hours per week may receive pro-rated benefits.

Retirement: CalPERS City employees are included in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). The retirement formula is either 2% at age 62 (PEPRA members) or 2.7% at age 55 (Classic members). Deferred Compensation The City offers voluntary 457 deferred compensation plans with CalPERS or Empower. Employees may contribute up to the IRS maximum on a pre-tax basis.

Medical Plans: Employees can choose coverage under Kaiser HMO or Sutter Health Plan HMO. The City contributes an amount equal to the cost of the Kaiser premium. Employees who have medical coverage under another group plan may choose to waive City-provided medical coverage and receive a monthly stipend.

Dental Plan: The City provides group dental benefits through Delta Dental of California. The City contributes up to the family coverage for the plan, which covers 90% of the dental charges up to $3,000 annually per person. Orthodontic benefits are offered at a $3,000 lifetime maximum per person. Employees who have dental coverage under another group plan may choose to waive City-provided dental coverage and receive a monthly stipend.

Vision Plan: The City provides vision benefits through Vision Service Plan. The plan covers 100% for eye exams and lenses every 12 months with $25 copays. The plan also provides an allowance for frames every 24 months.

Life Insurance: The City provides employees with a $50,000 Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment policy. Employees have the option to purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $300,000.

Sick Leave: Employees earn one day of paid sick leave per month.

Vacation: New employees accrue 80 hours of vacation annually, with an increase to 120 hours annually after 3 or 4 years of service, depending on eligibility for Administrative Leave (see MOU).

Holidays: 15 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays annually