Plan Check Engineer

DESCRIPTION

This recruitment may close at any time without advance notice. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis. The next review of applications will occur on March 18, 2024.

DEFINITION

Under general supervision of the Plan Check Manager, plans, coordinates, reviews, supervises and participates in the engineering review of all building construction plans and calculations for residential, commercial and industrial structures for structural design integrity and compliance with applicable codes, regulations and permit requirements; personally performs the most complex plan reviews; and performs related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Plan Check Engineer is a Registered Professional Engineer, who performs the most difficult and complex structural plan reviews. The position requires a higher level of professional certification and performs more complex structural analysis during the plan review process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the class.

• Plans, coordinates, reviews, and participates in the review and examination of construction documents for residential, commercial and industrial building construction and alterations; ensures that plans, structural calculations and specifications comply with building codes and regulations; confers with homeowners, builders, engineers and architects to give and obtain information and interpret building codes and regulations; recommends necessary changes to obtain compliance with applicable codes and regulations; completes plan reviews within the Department's established review times.

• Provides outstanding customer service to the public at the public counter by answering construction, engineering, or code related questions; providing over-the-counter plan checks and special assignments as needed to maintain the Department's high level of responsive customer service.

• Attends development plan review meetings to monitor status of projects.

• Personally performs the most complex and difficult plan checks, including all that require a Registered Professional Engineer; investigates reports of structural problems on other assignments and makes recommendations to the Building Official and Deputy Building Official/Plan Check Manager.

• Establishes occupant loads, building types, and fire hazards to determine kinds of materials, stresses, loads, and degree of inspection required.

• Prepares correspondence to architects, engineers and contractors relating to the correction of plans and engineering detail; initiates notifications of code violations.

• Advises Building Inspectors on structural and other building-related problems arising in the field during construction.

• Prepares and conducts training programs for plan check, inspection, and counter personnel.

• Investigates new and substitute construction materials and design practices that can be shared with departmental staff.

• May assist Deputy Building Official/Plan Check Manager with preparation of Plan Check section reports and budget.

• Responds to inquiries and other communication from the public via phone, email, or other means and provides timely, responsive, friendly and helpful detailed service.

• Performs all other related job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

Knowledge

Theories and principles of structural design, engineering mathematics and soils engineering; approved building construction methods, materials and proper inspection methods related to residential, commercial and industrial developments; federal, state and municipal codes and regulations governing housing and building construction, rehabilitation, alteration, use and occupancy, including the Model or California Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Energy, Fire and Electrical Codes; appropriate safety and fire prevention construction and building methods.

Ability

Operate a computer terminal and use word processing, spreadsheet and related software programs; plan, organize, perform detailed analysis and examination of building and construction designs, specifications and plans; apply engineering and architectural principles and techniques to solve complex residential, commercial and industrial construction problems and objectives; analyze structural integrity and load factors using engineering design mechanics; make accurate engineering calculations; organize work and set priorities in order to meet work deadlines; interact effectively with the staff, management, homeowners, builders, engineers, contractors, developers, manufacturers and others in the course of work; prepare clear, concise and accurate reports, correspondence and other written materials; analyze and evaluate complex building plans, data and reports to determine whether compliance has been achieved.

Education/Training/Experience

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in architecture or civil, structural, or architectural engineering; and five years of increasingly responsible professional plan checking experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Special Requirements

A valid Class C California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's Vehicle Insurance Policy.

Registration as a Professional Engineer with the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs

• Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists with a status of good standing and not suspended or revoked. Certification as a Building Plans Examiner by ICC is required, or ability to obtain within one year of employment date.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to sit; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; and use hands repetitively to operate, finger, handle or feel office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Employees are occasionally required to stand and walk and lift and carry records and documents weighing less than 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines, on multiple concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions, and interact with officials and the public.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees in this class work under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet.

CORONA PUBLIC SERVICE EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION

CITY PAID BENEFITS*

For a complete explanation of benefits, benefit eligibility and restrictions; please refer to the current Corona Public Service Employees Association, Memorandum of Understanding. Any information contained herein that may conflict with the provisions of the Corona Public Service Employees Association MOU, the MOU shall prevail.

RETIREMENT: Employees are covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). The City does not participate in Social Security and the City pays the employees mandatory contribution to the Medicare Program. The City offers two retirement formulas based on the employee's current CalPERS membership status. The 2.7% @ 55 highest single year of service retirement formula will be applied to employees hired prior to January 1, 2013 and those current CalPERS members with no significant break in PERS-qualified employment. The 2% @ 62 three year average retirement formula will be applied to those employees with a significant break in PERS-qualified employment those who have not formerly been a member of CalPERS or another retirement program with which CalPERS has a reciprocal relationship.

All employees hired on or after January 1, 2013, will be subject to CalPERS membership review for applicability of PEPRA.

ANNUAL LEAVE & HOLIDAYS:

Annual Leave During Initial Probation:

Probationary employees employed less than one full year shall accrue Probationary Sick Leave at one-half the rate of a 1-5 year full time regular employee (3.23 hours) per pay period. During the first six months, such leave may be used for sick leave, only. Such accrued time may be used for employee or family illness or medical reasons.

After six (6) months, an employee may request up to one week of "Advanced Annual Leave" for vacation purposes with the permission of his or her supervisor. Under extenuating circumstances and with Department Head approval, this leave can be used prior to six months of employment.

When the employee completes one year of service, the Annual Leave accrued as Probationary Sick Leave will be converted to regular Annual Leave for a total of 168 hours.

Years of Service With the City Each Pay Period Annual Totals

1-5 6.46 168 Hours

6-8 7.08 184 Hours

9-15 8.00 208 Hours

16+ 9.54 248 Hours

Holiday Leave hours earned during the first year of employment are available to be used for any purpose. There are 13 (10 hour) paid holidays (130 hours) per calendar year.

ANNUAL LEAVE BUYBACK: Eligible employees may "buy back" a maximum of 160 hours of annual leave once each year.

MEDICAL INSURANCE: The City currently offers a variety of HMO plans as well as several PPO plans through CalPERS. For plan information, click the link below.

Health Plan Information

The City provides a Medical Allowance to Members to be used for the purpose of purchasing mandatory health coverage offered through PEMHCA for the Member and his or her eligible dependents. The Medical Allowance shall consist of the following: (1) the Base Contribution Rate, plus (2) an amount equal to the difference between the Base Contribution Rate and the following amounts, as applicable:

• $773.17 per month for Members electing Employee only coverage;
• $1,546.10 per month for Members electing Employee plus one dependent coverage; or
• $2,048.39 per month for Members electing Employee plus two or more dependents coverage.

Eligible Opt-Out Arrangement: Upon providing reasonable evidence of alternative coverage as required by the Affordable Care Act (ACA)'s Eligible Opt-Out Arrangement rules (below), employees shall be entitled to the following dollars in the first two pay periods each month in taxable cash, in lieu of the amount provided in Section 10.2 above:

(a) $300.00 ($600 per month) for Employee + 2 or more dependents

(b) $200.00 ($400 per month) for Employee + 1 dependent

(c) $100.00 ($200 per month) for Employee Only

DENTAL INSURANCE: The City currently offers HMO and PPO dental insurance through Delta Dental. Dental insurance premiums are paid by the employee.

VISION INSURANCE: The City currently offers vision insurance through Eye Med. Vision insurance premiums are paid by the employee.

DISABILITY INSURANCE: Short-term and long-term disability insurance is provided free to each employee.

LIFE INSURANCE: The City provides a term life insurance policy to each employee equal to 5 ½ times the employee's annual basic earnings to a maximum, of $750,000.00.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT (FSA): Each employee may contribute to either a medical reimbursement account or dependent care account to pay for unreimbursed medical expenses and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE AND COUNSELING PROGRAM: This is a comprehensive program designed to help employees and their family members find direction in solving personal and/or emotional problems.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION (457) PLAN: To supplement retirement, employees can make voluntary salary deferrals to a Nationwide plan.

LONGEVITY PAY: After 5 years of service $500.00 annually. After 10 years of service $700.00 annually. After 15 years of service $800.00 annually. After 20 years of service $1000.00 annually.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: The City of Corona recognizes the value of an educated workforce and encourages employees to pursue the goal of higher education. The City has adopted a plan to provide financial reimbursement for tuition and textbooks for job-related college courses. It is a plan wherein the City participates with the employee in financing specific job-related courses leading to an appropriate degree or certificate. Education plans approved in writing by the City shall reimburse Members for the cost up to a lifetime maximum amount of $10,000 per employee.

BI-LINGUAL PAY: The City shall pay $189.58 per month to employees for Bilingual pay. If an employee becomes eligible for bilingual pay for less than a full month, the monthly amount shall be pro-rated accordingly. All unit employees are eligible to receive bilingual pay. An employee receiving bilingual pay will be required to speak the alternate language in the course and scope of their employment and may be asked to assist in translating even if unrelated to their specific job duties.

• DISCLAIMER: City paid benefits shall be as set forth in the most current version of the Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") between the City of Corona and the Corona General Employees Association, which can be viewed on the City's website (www.coronaca.gov). In the event of any conflict between the above summary of City paid benefits and any terms or conditions set forth in the most current version of the MOU, the terms and conditions set forth in the MOU shall control for purposes of this recruitment.

01

Please indicate your highest level of education completed.

• Less than high school diploma or GED equivalent

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree or higher

02

Please indicate the area of study of the above-mentioned education.

03

How many years of professional plan checking experience do you possess?

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years

• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years

• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years

• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years

• 5 or more years

04

For the question answered above, please provide the name of the agency, length of time, position, and level of responsibility by each function listed. Please note that "See Resume" or "See Application" will be considered an incomplete response for this question. If you do not have the required experience, please indicate "N/A".

05

Do you possess a Professional Engineer Registration with the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs

• Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists?

• Yes

• No

06

I acknowledge that the information provided in this job application, to include; supplemental questions, education/certification information, attachments and work history are complete and accurate and cannot be changed once the application is submitted. Please note "See Resume" is considered an incomplete response and your application will not be considered.

• Yes

• No

Required Question

Agency City of Corona

Address 400 S. Vicentia Ave.

Suite #215

Corona, California, 92882

Phone 951-736-2209

Website http://www.CoronaCA.gov