Title: Deputy Director (Building and Fire Regulation)

State Role Title: General Administrative Manager III

Hiring Range: $135 - $150k

Pay Band: 7

Agency: Dept of Housing & Cmnty Devel

Location: Main Street Centre

Agency Website: dhcd.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

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The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) seeks a Deputy Director to lead the agency’s Building and Fire Regulation Division (BFR). The Division of BFR provides support for the development and administration of the Commonwealth’s statewide building and fire codes. The senior level position works with the Board of Housing and Community Development to achieve a system of building and fire codes that provides for appropriate levels of public safety and to facilitate the orderly development and redevelopment of building and structures while maintaining affordability.

This role will provide executive leadership and policy direction to the Division and direct functions within the Division to ensure compliance of programs with the Code of Virginia and federal and state policies and regulations. The director leads the day-to-day operations of the Division (masterfully managing people and programs), ensuring that resources are efficiently managed, State and Departmental policies are being followed, and Division activities are being implemented in a timely manner. The selected individual will advise the Agency Executive Director and members of the Board of Housing and Community Development on building and fire code issues. The Deputy Director for BFR will advise members of the executive and legislative branches of government on the impact and effect of proposed changes to the Code of Virginia that affect the Commonwealth’s building and fire codes. The selected individual will participate in national code development process and advocate for identified priorities of the Commonwealth of Virginia.

The ideal candidate must possess the ability to:
• Effectively plan, organize, and direct multiple staff and programs.
• Operate at a higher policy level with frequent interaction with senior state executive and legislative policy makers.
• Work with diverse stakeholders and to resolve sensitive issues with diverse interest groups, both at the state and national level.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with strong interpersonal skills.

Because people are our most precious assets… we only let the best managers in the world lead them. If you are a knowledgeable and driven leader looking for an opportunity to lead a division who strives to provide exceptional support for building and fire codes throughout the state, then this is the position for you!

The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is committed to creating safe, affordable, and prosperous communities to live, work and do business in Virginia. Join us for this flaming hot opportunity!

Minimum Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of the legislative process.
• Extensive experience working at the management level with the development and administration of building and/or fire safety issues.
• Experience in program compliance/monitoring or equivalent work experience in a professional environment.
• Proficient experience in Microsoft Office Suite and facilities resources/applications necessary for execution of the job.
• Considerable knowledge and experience supervising, directing, and evaluating professional level staff in a timely manner to support staff development.
• Comprehensive knowledge of state and national building and fire safety codes, regulations, and standards to include fire code administration including inspection and enforcement.
• Knowledge of the principles of building and fire protection design, construction, and engineering.
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial management policies and procedures.

Additional Considerations

• Prefer Certified Professional Code Administrator or Certified Building Official.

Special Instructions

This position is open until filled, with the first round of submissions being reviewed by 8/24/24.

DHCD Welcomes Veterans: We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard, or Reserve. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

DHCD only accepts online applications. Faxed, emailed, and mailed applications will not be accepted for consideration. For consideration, a completed application or an application with an attached completed resume must be received online by 11:55pm on the "Job Close Date".

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, or other background checks prior to employment may be required for certain positions. The selected candidate must complete a Statement of Personal Economic Interests as a condition of employment, if applicable (Va. Code § 2.2-3114).

Equal Opportunity Employer: It is the policy of the Commonwealth and DHCD that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

State agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If accommodations are needed with the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office at recruitment1@dhcd.virginia.gov.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: recruitment1@dhcd.virginia.gov

Email: recruitment1@dhcd.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.