Plan Reviewer

Description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A PLAN REVIEWER!

• SALARY IS BASED ON POSSESSION OF CERTIFICATION AREA(S). SALARY IS HIGHER FOR MULTIPLE AREA CERTIFICATION HOLDERS, SUCH AS STRUCTURAL PLUS PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, ROOFING, ONE FAMILY & TWO-FAMILY DWELLING. *

The expected hiring range is $65,000 to $95,000 annually.

The Lee County Community Development Department is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Plan Reviewer. The Plan Reviewer will be responsible for reviewing residential and/or commercial building plans for compliance with all applicable building codes and other applicable County ordinances. Additional responsibilities include reviewing plans for fire codes, life safety codes, flood ordinances, handicap codes, fair housing requirements, etc. Communicate with architects, engineers, designers, inspectors, contractors, owners, developers, occupants, etc. about code applications, interpretations, and/or violations.

The Community

Located in Southwest Florida, we are a growing, coastal region, ideally situated along Interstate 75, just two hours from both Tampa and Miami. Covering over 800 square miles, Lee County is home to nearly 780,000 residents. From white, sandy beaches and lush golf courses to exciting sports and vibrant recreation scenes, a nationally recognized public school system, low crime rates, and exceptional quality of life, Lee County is an ideal place to live, work, and play.

The Organization

We support Lee County's greatest strengths, our 2,700 employees, by serving as a strategic partner to our Administration, Departments, and Community. It is our mission to provide empowered managers and employees with enhanced skills and knowledge in an environment of open communication and teamwork. We strive to hire, motivate, and retain employees who view Lee County as the employer of choice.

Lee County Government:

• More information on Lee County's economic indicators and demographics can be obtained here: https://www.leecountybusiness.com/demographics/.
• More information on Lee County's residential communities can be obtained here: https://www.visitfortmyers.com/.
• More information on Lee County's economic indicators and demographics can be obtained here: https://www.leecountybusiness.com/demographics/.

Our One Organization philosophy is incumbent on people working together with a common goal of providing services to each other and our community. You can learn more about the principles of "One Org" here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xv2gfbtNMQ.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews Plans for compliance to all applicable building codes and other applicable County Ordinances.
• Research flood, coastal, environmental, zoning, historical, etc. requirements of applications.
• Reviews revised plans to ensure that they have been brought into compliance with the appropriate codes.
• Compose letters addressing code compliance deficiencies and guidance for compliance. Be responsive to customers in providing code clarification, permit procedures, status of applications, etc.
• He/she prepares and maintains up to date records of building plan reviews within the County's electronic permitting management systems.
• The building plan reviewer attends meetings, as required, and conducts preliminary plan review meetings with architects, engineers, developers and owners to provide technical code and County procedural guidance.
• Reviews Special Use, Subdivision, Annexation and Re-zoning applications. May perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, Licensing

• Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to High School graduation or GED equivalent and four years of Builder, Architect, Engineer, Building Inspector, Superintendent of building construction, or closely related experience.
• Associate's degree and five years of experience as a Builder, Architect, Engineer, Building Inspector, or Superintendent of building construction is preferred.
• Certification as a Plans Examiner as issued by the State of Florida through the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board is required.
• Certification as an Inspector in the desired category is preferred.
• Depending on the assignment may require additional certification.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Supplemental Information

• Workdays and hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Knowledge of building and fire codes and other county ordinances.
• Knowledge of modern construction practices, methods, and materials. Ability to read plans and specifications.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with inspectors, engineers, builders, homeowners, and the general public.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the organization.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form.