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ORDINANCE NO.026-22
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PORT ORCHARD, WASHINGTON,
TO AUTHORIZE NEW EMPLOYEE POSITIONS OF DEPUTY DIRECTOR
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, AND PLANS EXAMINER/BUILDING
INSPECTOR II AND ESTABLISHING GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS AND
DUTIES THEREOF; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND
PUBLICATION; AND SETTING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Port Orchard continues to see substantial growth and
development; and
WHEREAS, the City has been utilizing outside contractors to manage the volume of work;
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WHEREAS, the City has determined that a reorganization of the Community Development
Department is desired to increase efficiency and best serve the public; and
WHEREAS, the City has identified specific tasks and projects that could be assigned to a
newly created position; and
WHEREAS, the 2021-2022 budget amendment, adopted on June 28, 2022, contains the
addition of the newly created position of Deputy Director Community Development and sets
the rate of pay; and
WHEREAS, the 2021-2022 budget amendment adopted on June 28, 2022, contains the
addition of the newly created position of Plans Examiner/Building Inspector II and sets the rate
of pay; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance 008-20 delegates authority to the Mayor to establish and amend
job descriptions provided they are consistent with the general qualification and duties assigned
by the council; and
WHEREAS, a statement of the general qualifications and duties of the two new positions
is attached hereto as Appendix A, and incorporated herein by reference; now, therefore,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT ORCHARD, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS
FOLLOWS:
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Ordinance No. 026-22
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SECTION 1. The City Council hereby authorizes the creation of the position of Deputy
Director Community Development with qualifications and duties as generally provided for in
Appendix A.
SECTION 2. The City Council hereby authorizes the creation of the position of Plans
Examiner/Building Inspector II with qualifications and duties as generally provided for in
Appendix A.
SECTION 3. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance
should be held to be unconstitutional or unlawful by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of any other
section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance.
SECTION 4. Publication. This Ordinance shall be published by an approved summary
consisting of the title.
SECTION 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force and effect
five days after publication or July 17, 2022, whichever is later, as provided by law.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Port Orchard, APPROVED by the Mayor and
attested by the Clerk in authentication of such passage this 28th day of June 2022.
ATTEST:
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Brandy Wal ace, MMC, City Clerk
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Charlotte A. Archer, City Attorney
PUBLISHED: July 1, 2022
EFFECTIVE DATE: July 17, 2022
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Appendix A
Proposed New Positions
As of 07/17/2022
Position
Deputy Director Community Development
Department
Community Development
Mayor Job Function and Purpose
Under the direction of the Director, this position is responsible for administering the building and
fire codes, code enforcement and parking enforcement functions of the department. Serve as the
City's Building Official and Fire Code Official with responsibility for day-to-day operations related
to the administration and enforcement of the City's building, fire and construction codes.
Supervises, manages, conducts and coordinates plan review, code enforcement, and inspection
activities. Provides interpretations on the application of code provisions related to materials,
designs and methods. May be asked to serve as Community Development Director in the absence
of the Director.
General Function
Provide leadership and supervision over the building and enforcement activities of the department.
Serve as a resource and subject matter expert for the professional, technical and support staff
engaged in permit administration, inspection and all levels of building and fire code administration.
Ensure compliance of construction projects with adopted code requirements. Review and
recommend changes/additions to City building code. Perform various administrative functions
including technical report preparation and supervise, evaluate and train assigned personnel.
Minimum Qualifications Include*
High school diploma or GED and five (5) years of experience in construction code or fire code
administration and plan review or closely related field, including at least two (2) years'
experience in a lead or supervisory capacity. Municipal experience is preferred. College -level
or trade school coursework in architecture, building technology, engineering or closely related
field is preferred. Experience in building design or construction is preferred. Possess and
maintain the International Code Council (ICC) Building Official, Plans Examiner and Fire
Marshal certifications. Must possess a valid Washington state driver's license and maintain a
driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier. Certifications as a Building Inspector,
Mechanical Inspector and Plumbing Inspector are preferred.
Ordinance 008-20 delegates authority to the Mayor to establish and amend job description as
needed provided they are consistent with general qualifications and duties assigned by the City
Council at the time the position is created by Council.
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Appendix A
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Position
Plans Examiner/Buildin Inspector II
Department
Community Development
Major Job Function and Purpose
Under the direction of the Deputy Director Community Development examine and review building
construction plans to determine compliance with code requirements. May assist with and fill in for
the Building Inspector I to inspect construction sites to ensure compliance to applicable ordinances,
regulations, and safety standards.
General Function
The Plans Examiner/Building Inspector II performs a variety of duties related to residential and
commercial development including plan check and review of proposed projects, interpretation of
applicable building, plumbing, mechanical, fire, and environmental codes. Provides explanations
and guidance regarding applicable codes to customers, citizens, City staff and other interested
parties.
Minimum Qualifications Include*
High School diploma or GED is required. Four (4) years of experience in construction, building
inspection, plan review, or code enforcement is required. Valid WA Driver's License is required
with a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier.
Preferred qualifications include previous experience in municipal government and ICC certification
as either a Residential Building Inspector, Commercial Building Inspector, or Plans Examiner.
* All position descriptions allow the hiring manager to consider any combination of experience
and training that provides the desired skills, knowledge and abilities.