Virginia Building Code Academy Director

Title: Virginia Building Code Academy Director

State Role Title: Training & Instruction Mgr I

Hiring Range: $95K to $110K

Pay Band: 5

• Agency: Dept of Housing & Cmnty Devel
• Location: Main Street Centre

Agency Website: https://www.dhcd.virginia.gov

• Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Building and Fire Regulation Division within the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development is searching for an experienced leader with deep knowledge and expertise in training and certification program management, adult learning, and curriculum development and delivery, to be the Virginia Building Code Academy (VBCA) Director.

As the Virginia Building Code Academy Director, you will provide strategic leadership and oversee the Virginia Building Code Academy (VBCA). The VBCA delivers administrative and technical code training for mandated certification requirements. Over 3,500 statewide professionals hold certifications in code enforcement disciplines, such as code official, inspection, and plan review. VBCA trains and certifies all Virginia code enforcement personnel. Statewide training, certification, and professional development from VBCA are key to implementing codes in Virginia.

The ideal candidate will be a proven leader who is highly self-motivated, organized, team oriented, customer focused, and exhibits a high level of integrity. They will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain internal and external relationships, solve problems and resolve conflicts with minimal supervision.

As the Director of the Virginia Building and Code Academy, you will:

• Lead the planning, development, and implementation of statewide certification and training programs for code officials.
• Oversee organizational development initiatives that promote the continuous professional growth of code enforcement personnel.
• Manage and algin budget and program resources with strategic objectives, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, regulations and agency policies.
• Lead a high performing team and foster collaboration with state and local partners to ensure consistent and standardizes code enforcement practices.

Here is your opportunity to lead a highly respected academy, shape the future of professional training, and make a measurable impact on public safety in Virginia.

Must be able to travel frequently, some overnight on multiple consecutive days, with some out-of-state travel. A valid driver’s license is required at the time of employment and to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.

Commonwealth of Virginia benefits/incentives include:
Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Tuition Reimbursement
Dental/Medical/Vision plans
Sick, Family/Personal, Annual, Military, and Community Service Leave
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Disability Plans (Short and Long Term)
Retirement and Savings plans
Life and Long-Term Care Insurance Telework Eligible Commonwealth of VA Employees ONLY discounts

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Minimum Qualifications

•Applied knowledge of budgeting and financial management policies and procedures related to revenue-generating programs, including procurement practices, state laws, regulations, and requirements regarding fiscal responsibilities.
•Demonstrated skillset in researching, analyzing, and organizing data to make sound recommendations and decisions.
•Skilled in effectively interpreting complex federal and state laws, regulations, procedures, and policies and applying such laws and regulations to a variety of situations.
•Highly skilled in customer service, with strong interpersonal skills and excellent oral and written communications, to build effective working relationships with stakeholders.
•Must be able to travel frequently, some overnight on multiple consecutive days, with some out-of-state travel.
•Experience in developing, implementing, managing, and administering professional technical training and certification programs.
•Experience leading a team, managing staff performance, and providing feedback to staff to support their professional development.
•Experience in operating computer hardware and applications, particularly the Microsoft Office suite, to communicate, develop documents and presentations, manage data, and generate reports.

Additional Considerations

• •Knowledge of state building and fire-related statutes and regulations, including the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (VUSBC) and the Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code (SFPC).
• Experience in the development, administration, and enforcement of building and fire-related regulations, codes, and standards.
• Experience with Virginia procurement policies and programs.

Special Instructions

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.

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.

Application Process:
Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position’s closing date. Applications/changes received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications sent through postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.

Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and abilities.

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.

Supplemental Questions:
You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration. Answers should be reflected in jobs and positions held.

Background and Reference Checks:
Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and reference checks. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Lay off Policy 1.3:
If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application.

DHCD Welcomes Veterans and Spouses:
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.

Sponsorship:
The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Reasonable Accommodations:
Accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Department of Housing and Community Development practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is our goal to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility, diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.

Diversity, Opportunity, and Inclusion:
DHCD is committed to providing valuable opportunities for a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees feel supported. DHCD seeks to work with partners, grantees, and vendors who demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion as a practice and have a demonstrated record of this commitment.

Alternative Hiring Process:
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.

Contact Information

• Name: Human Resources
• Phone: N/A
• Email: rr-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.