ICC Journey to Leadership in Code Administration

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1 ICC Journey to Leadership in Code Administration

2 DESCRIPTION If you aspire to become a leader in the Code profession, this seminar is for you! More than 80 percent of the Code Officials of the existing Code professional workforce are planning on retiring in the next 15 years, with more than 30 percent in the next five years. It is imperative that future leaders of the Code profession are developed. Being promoted to a higher level of responsibility in the Code profession means you must move beyond technical expertise and rely on and utilize leadership skills. This session will allow you to begin the thought process for developing your personal leadership journey for growth in the Code profession by learning from the experts. You will have the opportunity to hear from and interact with leaders in this industry. Past Presiding Presidents and/or Board Members of the International Code Council will lead this session. They will share their personal leadership journey, including what made them successful and lessons learned. OBJECTIVES Upon completion, you will be better able to: Describe the future of the Code Official role in the building safety industry. Describe the competencies necessary to be an effective leader in the Code profession. Discuss embracing the next generation of dynamic and diverse Code Officials. Describe lessons learned from current leaders in the Code profession. Describe possible next steps for professional development.

3 OVERVIEW OF THE SESSION WHAT MAKES A LEADER? Everyone has basic leadership skills Leadership is personal. Leaders each have their own individual leadership style Make a positive generous ruckus Challenge the status quo Look for the Aha moments Typical traits of leaders: Ability to Delegate Ability to Inspire Accountability Communication Commitment Confidence Creativity Decisiveness Empathy Honesty Intuition Positive Attitude Successful Atypical traits: Humility True leaders have confidence but realize the point which it becomes hubris. Passion Whatever it is, you must have passion for what you are doing. Live, breathe, eat and sleep your mission. Compassion Too many leaders these days manage with a balance sheet, often times at the expense of their employees and customers. Talented people want to work for leaders and organization that truly care about their employees and communities in which they operate. Fearlessness True leaders are not afraid to take risks or make mistakes. True leaders make mistakes born from risks. Page 3

4 INTRODUCTION OF PAST PRESIDENTS PAST PRESIDING OFFICERS Past President Notes Page 4

5 WHAT ARE THE COMPETENCIES FOR LEADERSHIP IN THE CODE PROFESSION? Which competencies do you possess? Take a few minutes to review the list of competencies. Indicate which competencies you feel you possess. Indicate which competencies you need to improve. Add additional skills that you feel are necessary for success. Competencies Possess Improve Modeling after successful code officials Finding a mentor Develop a varied network of advisors Seek advice from peers Build a network Listen to leaders in the community Be helpful, fair and factual Treat customers better than you would expect to be treated Listening Empowering others Strong Personal Values/Family Values Passion for their job, profession Learn people skills Attention to career goals Get involved in code adoption and development Participation in a Code Organization Get involved Learn to understand the code development process Be a frequent participant in the code administration and enforcement profession Be a teacher to staff and the public Code Competence Commit to continuous learning Page 5

6 THE FUTURE OF THE CODE OFFICIALS Results and Recommendations from a Demographic Survey Characteristics of typical Code professional: Is between the ages of 55 and 64. Has 26 to 35 years in the building industry with 15 years in the Code profession First job was in the trades Expects to leave the workforce in the next 5 to 15 years What does the data say? Page 6

7 THE FUTURE OF THE CODE OFFICIALS (cont'd) Actions for you to consider How can you position yourself to be prepared to fill the gap? What skills should you seek? What are your opportunities to improve those skills? Page 7

8 FIVE GENERATIONS IN THE WORKPLACE Traditionalists Baby Boomers Generation X Millennials Generation 9/ Work Environment Office only Long hours in the office Office, home wants flexibility Office, home wants flexibility Socially conscious Motivators Self-worth Salary Security Maintaining a personal life Information Mentoring Not necessary Does not handle negative feedback Not necessary to receive feedback Consistent feedback necessary Feedback is appreciated Retention Loyalty Salary Security/salary Personal relationships Socially conscious Career Goals Build a lifetime legacy with one company Build and excel at a perfect career Build a transferrable career using a variety of skills and experiences Build several parallel careers and have multiple jobs simultaneously Entering the workforce through nontraditional avenues (e.g., contract work) Signature Product Automobile Television Personal computer Smart phone Tablet Activity Scenario Page 8

9 LEARNING DISCUSSION Leading a Department Mentoring Page 9

10 LEARNING DISCUSSION (cont'd) Developing a Career Path Professional Development Page 10

11 LEARNING DISCUSSION (cont'd) Networking Page 11

12 NEXT STEPS FOR YOUR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Leadership A leader is best when people barely know he exists, when his work is done and his aim fulfilled, they will say we did it ourselves. Lao Tzu Legacy Everyone must leave something behind when he dies Something your hand touched some way so your soul has somewhere to go when you die It doesn't matter what you do, so long as you change something from the way it was before you touched it into something that's like you after you take your hands away. Ray Bradbury, Fahrenheit 451 Your Road to the Future Make a plan for your career Get a mentor Build a professional network Obtain skills to build your portfolio Other: Page 12

13 NOTE TO SELF Fill out a worksheet pertaining to next steps and commitments to further your leadership journey. Address an envelope to yourself and turn it in to the facilitators. In one month, your worksheet will be sent to you as a reminder of what you committed to doing as you work on your journey to leadership. Leadership Competencies I Need to Improve: Key Relationships That I Will Develop or Improve: Education & Training I Need: Skills and Experiences I Need: Other Things to Consider: List 3 Career Goals Page 13

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