PLANS EXAMINER II

Estimated Hiring Range: $66,658.03 - $80,545.12 Based on Experience

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the review of planning documents associated with the construction and remodeling of buildings and structures to ensure compliance with federal, state and local ordinances. Reports to the Codes Enforcement Administrator. There are two (2) levels of Plans Examiner distinguished by the level of work performed and the qualifications of the employee. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Responsible for reviewing construction plans presented by contractors, engineers, architects, and property owners to ensure compliance with the Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC) and local ordinances pertaining to plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and structural work to be performed. Assists field inspectors regarding discrepancies between approved plans and work performed on the jobsite. Provides guidance to customers for the permit application process; tracks documents submitted for review and monitors’ progress; calculates review fees; advises citizens, builders, developers, or others regarding areas of non-compliance and actively assists in resolving issues. Prepares a variety of documentation and correspondence; logs completed reviews. Processes applications for code modifications and prepares recommendations for the Building Official. Maintains a library of handouts, brochures and technical data sheets to provide information on current regulations. Responds to inquiries regarding difficult and complex aspects of the USBC including referenced codes and standards; assists and advises division, departmental and interdepartmental staff on technically difficult and complex aspects of construction and code compliance. Performs other duties as assigned. 

PERFORMANCE STANDARD Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the City’s Values. Employees are also expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE · Code Enforcement – Knowledge of the principles and methods of enforcing municipal codes; knowledge of USBC and local laws, ordinances, and codes. Knowledge of the methods of investigation utilized in code compliance inspections; knowledge of safety, hazardous materials, and fire prevention techniques and requirements; knowledge of legal property descriptions; regulations and requirements for court evidence documentation. · Construction - Knowledge of modern methods, practices and techniques of general construction and commercial development to include project blueprints and technical schematics. · Safety - Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions and safety regulations related to construction sites and property inspections. Knowledge of common safety rules, regulations, procedures and practices. 

REQUIRED SKILLS · Interpersonal Relationships – Develops and maintains cooperative and professional relationships with employees, managers, and representatives from other departments and organizations. · Judgement/Decision Making – Uses logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, and evaluate situations; anticipates, identifies and evaluates potentially dangerous, unusual or deviating situations; diffuses emotional situations and exercises appropriate judgment to establish priorities and take prompt action for problem resolution. 

REQUIRED ABILITIES · Time Management –Ability to plan and organize daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. · Communication – Ability to communicate ideas effectively, including the preparation of reports and logs. Ability to listen and understand directions, information and ideas presented verbally and in writing. Ability to handle a variety of customer service issues with tact and diplomacy and in a confidential manner. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

Plans Examiner I – Requires an Associate’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Municipal Planning, or a related field and 3 - 5 years of experience in construction planning, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Plans Examiner II - Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Municipal Planning, or a related field and 3 - 5 years of experience as a Plans Examiner or in code administration, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure as an Architect, Professional Engineer or Certified Building Official in the Commonwealth of Virginia is preferred. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Requires an acceptable general background check to include a local and state criminal history check and a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. Requires satisfactory results from a medical evaluation. Must possess and maintain certification as a Plans Examiner in an electrical, plumbing or mechanical trade from the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) within 18 months of employment and in the remaining two disciplines within the following 12 months. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS · Requires the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work. · Some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). · Tasks may involve extended periods of time at keyboard or workstation. SENSORY REQUIREMENTS · Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals. · Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally. ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

If interested in learning more about this position, and to apply visit https://www.nnva.gov/193/Apply-for-a-Job

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