Plans Examiner 2

Job Summary

This position works 37.5 hours per week.

NOTE: This recruitment is being reopened. If you applied during the initial recruitment (12/27/23-4/12/24), you do not need to reapply.

This position performs specialized work in review of construction plans and specifications for compliance with County and State codes and ordinances related to building construction. This position is responsible for the review of residential, commercial, and industrial construction plans and specifications for compliance with applicable County and State ordinances and codes prior to permit issuance. Work involves working with construction drawings, design professionals, contractors, Building Inspectors and other office staff offering technical advice and guidance in code requirements. Work also involves occasional on-site inspections for specific problems. Work is performed with some independence under the general supervision of a superior who reviews work periodically through reports, conferences and meetings.

Plans Examiner 2 positions are technical, ICC Building Plans Examiner certified positions. Incumbents exercise independent judgment with minimal supervision and their duties and responsibilities include all aspects of construction plan review for one and two-family dwellings, townhouses, accessory structures, multifamily, commercial and industrial projects.

At the discretion of the Building Director, Plans Examiner positions may be specifically assigned to review any of the building occupancy classifications/categories, or combination thereof, as the departments workloads and operational needs require.

TOTAL COMPENSATION:$59,704 - $83,624 annually.Total compensation is anestimatebased upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.

Examples of Duties

• Examines and reviews construction plans and specifications to ensure compliance with applicable local and State Building, Fire, Accessibility and other construction codes and ordinances, under minimal supervision.

• Provides technical and educational information, assisting department customers by phone, electronic communication, or in person with: code requirements, permit application procedures, review of building plans, providing written or verbal information pertaining to code interpretations, occupancy/construction type, department policy, and on-site deviations revealed as result of inspection.

• Coordinates plan reviews with other departments, agencies, and staff.

• Attends pre-application conferences as required.

• Corresponds with architects, contractors, engineers and property owners regarding code requirements and plan deficiencies.

• Reviews requests, acts upon applications and may inspect work relating to permits.

• Interprets ordinances and codes for applicability to projects under review.

• Assists office and field staff in resolution of technical construction issues and review of construction plans, and specifications.

• Reviews structural plans and specifications for conformance with building code loading requirements.

• Researches proposed alternate materials and methods of construction for conformance with applicable standards.

• Helps and mentors the Plans Examiner 1 positions.

• Verifies computer permit data is correct per the submittal documents.

• May be asked to perform Plans Examiner 1 duties as needed.

Performs other related duties as required/assigned

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Three (3) years of responsible experience in the various phases of building construction, plan review or inspection work, which includes one (1) year of progressively more complex commercial plan review.

• Course work or training in plans examination, architecture or a related field may be substituted, year for year, for the required experience.

• A Residential or Commercial Building Plans examiner certification and one (1) additional certification in a Commercial category consisting of the following: Mechanical Inspector or Plans Examiner, Plumbing Inspector or Plans Examiner or Fire Inspector I or II or Plans Examiner or Accessibility Plans Examiner

• Note: For all license requirements, ICBO Legacy Certifications sanctioned by ICC in the categories of Building Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, Plans Examiner, Uniform Fire Code Inspector, IAPMO Plumbing Inspector are considered the equivalent of: one (1) commercial and one (1) residential certification in the respective disciplines.

• Possession of a valid Driver's License at time of application and must be maintained throughout employment.

Selection Factors

• Knowledge of State and local construction codes and ordinances relative to general construction, land use, and design practices as demonstrated by experience and certifications relative to the assigned area(s) of expertise.

• Knowledge of various construction materials and methods.

• Knowledge of customer service techniques and phone etiquette.

• Knowledge of the principles, methods, practices and procedures necessary to perform the duties of the position.

• Skilled in communicating effectively both orally and in writing, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.

• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, other governmental agencies, and department customers.

• Skilled in applying customer service techniques.

• Skilled in the operation of standard office equipment, and computers, including databases, word processing, technical software, and internet based applications/research.

• Ability to understand and carry out complex written and oral instructions.

• Ability to read and interpret plans specifications and drawings.

• Ability to convey and communicate ideas and information effectively, orally and in writing.

• Ability to deal with customers and co-workers in a tactful, calm, courteous and professional manner often in stressful situations.

• Ability to exercise initiative and judgment, and to make decisions within the scope of assigned authority.

• Ability to handle interruptions efficiently and effectively.

• Ability to follow work direction and complete projects and meet deadlines.

• Ability to maintain complex records and files and organize facts and present findings, conclusions and recommendations in a clear, concise and logical manner.

• Ability to resolve problems, use discretion, and make sound judgments.