MANAGER BUILDING PERMITS

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MANAGER BUILDING PERMITS

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ABOUT THE POSITION

The Clark County Building Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the position of Manager Building Permits. This position will lead one of the region’s prominent high-impact public service operations. As Southern Nevada continues to grow at an unprecedented pace, this position plays a pivotal role in shaping the customer experience, technological modernization, and regulatory integrity of Clark County’s permitting process. We are looking for a leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at building high-performing teams, and is committed to delivering efficient, innovative, and customer-focused services that support safe development and community growth. If you are ready to modernize systems, elevate service standards, and drive operational excellence, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact in one of the most vibrant and rapidly evolving regions in the country.

The successful candidate will provide division-level leadership and oversees all aspects of Clark County’s permitting operations, including plan intake, permit issuance, fee assessment, inspection scheduling, customer service, addressing, and permitting record systems. This position plays a central role in ensuring that all services comply with County ordinances, State statutes, adopted fee schedules, and applicable building, fire, and zoning codes.

This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
This position is a management position and excluded from membership in the union.

NOTE: A cover letter and resume is required in addition to the completed employment application. Candidates may be invited to the selection process based on specific criteria listed in the cover letter and resume, such as experience in (example: building permit administration, document and staff oversight, and experience in a public agency similar to Clark County). Applications submitted without a copy of the candidate’s cover letter and resume are incomplete and will not be considered.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Clark County Building Department located at 4701 W. Russell Road, Las Vegas NV 89118,is dedicated to providing construction and development customers with state-of-the-art permit management, plan review and inspections services for residential and commercial construction. The Building Department is responsible for ensuring public safety through the effective enforcement of development and construction standards which include issuance of permits, plan reviews, inspection services for conformity to the State of Nevada and the adopted Model Codes. As part of Clark County, the Building Department is a dynamic and innovative organization dedicated to providing top-quality service with integrity, respect, and accountability. As the famed Las Vegas Strip sits at the heart of Clark County featuring unparalleled attractions like dancing fountains, a replica of the renowned Eiffel Tower, and some of the world's largest and most beautiful resorts, the Building Department is an integral part of the building industry and economic growth within Clark County. For more information regarding this career opportunity with the Clark County Building Department, please visit the department web page at: https://www.clarkcountynv.gov/government/departments/building___fire_prevention/

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field and five (5) years of full-time experience in a permit-related environment involving public interaction and the explanation of complex policies and procedures; two (2) years of which must include full-time supervisory or management experience. Experience coordinating complex information systems or automated permitting activities is highly desirable. Equivalent combination of experience and/or education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.

Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.

Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent on the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Manages division-wide permitting operations, including workflows, staffing, permit queues, turnaround times, customer service, and performance standards.
• Plans, organizes, and evaluates the work of permitting, plan submittal, customer service, inspection scheduling, addressing, fee assessment, and support staff.
• Recommends staff selection; provides training, mentoring, professional development; conducts evaluations; and administers discipline as needed.
• Oversees intake, verification, digital processing, and maintenance of accurate permit and plan records.
• Ensures consistent application of building and fire codes, zoning regulations, State statutes, County ordinances, and adopted fee schedules.
• Resolves complex or escalated issues involving applicants, contractors, design professionals, and community stakeholders.
• Provides technical guidance, code interpretations, and policy explanations to staff, industry partners, and the public.
• Coordinates interdepartmental activities involved with the permitting process with those of other County departments and outside cooperating agencies.
• Represents the division at meetings, committees, and industry forums, and communicates with developers, engineers, architects, and property owners regarding fees, regulations, and procedures.
• Oversees digital permitting platforms, electronic plan review systems, and technology integrations, ensuring reliability, data integrity, and regulatory compliance.
• Plans and implements system enhancements, configuration updates, user training, and rollout of new or upgraded automated systems.
• Leads automation and modernization initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce administrative burden, and enhance customer experience.
• Identifies operational inefficiencies and leads process improvement efforts using data analysis and collaboration with County partners.
• Develops, maintains, and administers policies, procedures, workflow rules, and standards for consistent, technology-enabled permit processing.
• Conducts audits, fee reviews, compliance assessments, and internal control processes to ensure accuracy and accountability.
• Monitors legislative and regulatory changes and updates procedures, systems, and staff training accordingly.
• Oversees fiscal operations including budgeting, expenditures, staffing allocations, fee revenue tracking, and financial planning.
• Ensures proper assessment and collection of permit and development-related fees in compliance with County policy and State law.
• Leads contract and vendor evaluations, negotiations, and administration for permitting systems and services.
• Conducts financial and operational analyses and prepares reports and recommendations for leadership.
• Builds collaborative work teams and fosters a culture of continuous improvement, quality service, and accountability.
• Prepares and oversees preparation of reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, informational materials, and other documentation.
• Directs or conducts analytical studies, evaluates alternatives, and presents recommendations to department and County leadership.
• Monitors and maintains accurate records, reports, and permit tracking systems.
• Manages special projects and assignments based on organizational and community needs.
• May drive a motor vehicle or arrange for transportation to various off-site locations in order to attend meetings, visit satellite offices or other job sites.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle in order to attend meetings; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options
• More Money in Your Pocket
  • 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement
  • No Social Security Deduction
  • No State Income Taxes
• Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO)
  • Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium
    • Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills)
    • 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost
    • Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health
• Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance - Employer Paid
• AD&D - Employer Paid
• Long Term Disability - Employer Paid
• Generous Leave Accruals that include:
  • 13Paid Holidays includinga Floating Birthday Holiday
  • Paid Vacation Leave
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Holiday Leave
• Other leave options
  • Catastrophic Leave
  • Parental Leave - Up to 90 days
• Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include
  • Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
  • Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care.
  • Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
  • TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available
  • Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month

*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit.

Closing Date/Time: 3/3/2026 5:01 PM Pacific

Salary:

$48.19 - $71.13 Hourly