Plans Examiner - Building

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Description

The City of Richmond, Department of Planning and Development Review is seeking an experienced individual for the position of Plans Examiner - Building. This class provides coordination of permit processing activities and reviews plans for compliance with electrical, plumbing, gas, and building construction codes. As assigned, work may include: reviewing submitted plans for compliance with building construction codes; interpreting information shown on plans; determining if construction adheres to applicable codes; meeting with engineers, owners, and contractors to communicate plan reviews; preparing letters and reports; coordinating the permit process to facilitate timely reviews by other employees and departments; providing information about the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code to customers; assisting technicians and engineers at the counter by accepting and processing permit applications; examining systems in building renovations and issuing reports of deficiencies; and providing customer service.

Supervision Exercised/Received:

Exercised: This classification typically does not supervise other employees but may serve as lead worker, assigning work and monitoring work completion.

Received: This classification typically reports to a unit supervisor.

Note: Other reporting relationships may apply.

Duties include but are not limited to

1.Examines and evaluates plans, specs, and other documents submitted by contractors, engineers, and applicants for compliance. Advises applicants of needed changes (in drawings) to satisfy applicable codes. As assigned, may conduct on-site inspections.

2.Meets and consults with project coordinators, contractors, engineers, owners, etc. to discuss city requirements pertaining to specific projects. Communicates results of review efforts with project owner, engineer, contractor, etc.

3.As assigned, prepares letters and reports regarding results of the plan examination efforts and procedures to expedite permit processing. Maintains logs, tracking systems, and specialized databases.

4.Performs routine administrative duties such as responding to emails/phone calls. As assigned, performs other duties including providing customer service support related to processing plans and documents as part of the review process; trains inspectors regarding duties and procedures; and provides assistance in processing permit applications, etc.

Qualifications, Special Certifications and Licenses

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE (some combination of the following):

• Federal, state, and local building codes

• Construction materials and practices

• Engineering and design standards and practices

• Surveying and drafting concepts/techniques

• Building construction techniques

• Mathematics including Algebra and Geometry

• AutoCAD

SKILLS (some combination of the following):

• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite

• Drafting and Surveying

• Effective oral and written communication skills

ABILITIES (some combination of the following):

• Interact with engineers, contractors, and owners to resolve any questions or differences

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, building construction, or related field

• One year of inspection and plan review experience

• An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department)may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification

LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS and/or OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development certifications within a time frame established by the City: Building Plan Examiner, Building Inspector General, and Building Inspector One and Two Family Dwellings

Americans with Disabilities Act Requirements

Supplemental Information:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Working conditions may include exposure to travel to other locations within the City of Richmond as well as outside of the City of Richmond; exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation; inadequate lighting; intense noise; and environmental hazards such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks, with frequent interruptions and under time constraint. The essential duties of this classification may require the ability to regularly work with one's fingers, grasp, talk, hear, see, and use repetitive motions; frequently walk and reach; and occasionally stand, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, lift, push, and pull. In terms of the physical strength to perform the essential duties, this classification is considered to be light work, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

General Information

FLSA Classification: Exempt

EEO Classification: Professional

Type of Service: Classified

Residency: Not Required

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

NOTE:

The above class description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. The employee may perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Jessica McKenzie, Talent Acquisition Partner, Senior at (804) 646-4705 or by email at Jessica.McKenzie@RVA.GOV.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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