Chief Building Official (Bureau Manager)
City of Long Beach, CA
Salary DOE/DOQ: $171,702.98 - $207,050.84*
*Appointment to this position is expected to be at or below the midpoint ($189,376.91) of the
salary range, however, the final amount will be carefully determined based on the candidate's
knowledge, skills, qualifications, and an evaluation of internal equity within the organization.
The City of Long Beach, CA (City), is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking leader to serve as its next Chief Building Official (Bureau Manager), tasked with overseeing the Building & Safety Bureau within the Community Development Department. As the Bureau Manager, reporting directly to the Director of Community Development, this individual will guide a team of approximately 100 staff who safeguard Long Beach's built environment through permitting, inspections, and plan check services. The Bureau Manager will play a key role in driving innovation, ensuring high-quality customer service, and fostering collaboration with other City departments and community partners. The ideal candidate will not only bring strong technical knowledge, but also the ability to interpret the gray areas of the building code, communicate the intent behind regulations both internally and externally, and lead teams through the complexities of inspection operations and development permitting processes (all phases from permit center to plan review and inspection). With exciting projects on the horizon such as the launch of a new Enterprise Land Management System (ELMS) and the support of an engaged community, this position offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact in one of California's most dynamic and diverse cities, helping to shape Long Beach's growth, resiliency, and success for decades to come.
See the full recruitment brochure & benefits here: https://irp.cdn-website.com/80f4e9b5/files/uploaded/Creative+Brochure+LB+CBO+FINAL.pdf
