This position is in the Development Services Department.
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Salary Grade: D2
Pima County Development Services is looking for a qualified Plans Examiner to conduct multi-discipline reviews. Development Services has approximately 25 staff members, this includes plans examination and inspection staff. In this position, you will use the experience to interact with internal staff, contractors, design professionals, and the public as it relates to building and zoning code requirements. If you are hired to join our team, you will use your experience and knowledge to ensure compliance with the building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, energy, and zoning codes. At Development Services, you will have the opportunity to use your interpersonal skills to resolve both internal and external conflicts that may arise. You will coordinate with team members to resolve code-related technical issues and provide code interpretations as they relate to both residential and complex commercial construction projects. We will rely on your use of technology and software such as Accela, Navigator, Word, ADP, and Excel to fulfill the requirements of this position.
(Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.)
Examines, screens and reviews plans and specifications for complex residential and simple commercial construction, alteration, repair, demolition, moving or proposed new uses of primary and/or appurtenant structures for compliance with County building codes and related codes, laws, ordinances and statutes;
Determines code compliance of proposed residential structures relative to building use and occupancy, fire protection and safety from permit applications, plans and specifications;
Performs analysis of permit applications, plans and specifications for such factors as lighting, ventilation and living space;
Assists consulting engineers, architects, owners and contractors in the interpretation of provisions of the County building and related codes, laws, ordinances and statutes;
Reads, interprets and applies applicable provisions of codes, laws, ordinances and statutes;
Prepares and maintains manual and computer-based files of materials reviewed and related materials;
Assists the public by explaining the construction permitting and plans review processes;
Identifies discrepancies or potential conflicts in applicable codes, laws, ordinances and statutes for supervisory or managerial attention and decision;
Prepares routine, recurring and special reports for management;
May supervise, train and evaluate staff, make effective recommendations on hiring, termination and related personnel activities;
May perform remote inspections as needed.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Knowledge of:
- modern residential building construction methods, practices, materials and equipment;
- standard industry practices of engineering related to residential building design and construction;
- County building codes, laws, ordinances and statutes relative to residential structures;
- International Building Codes and related construction industry standards;
- processes and procedures of construction field inspection;
- electronic permitting, document processing and GIS information systems;
- principles, practices and techniques of effective supervision.
Skill in:
- interpreting and applying County building codes, laws, ordinances, statutes and construction industry standards;
- analyzing residential structure construction plans and specifications for compliance with applicable codes and standards;
- resolving discrepancies in residential structure construction plans and specifications with consulting engineers, architects, owners and contractors;
- assisting the public by interpreting and explaining the construction permitting and plans review processes;
- assisting other staff in the application and interpretation of applicable codes and standards;
- maintaining manual and computer-based records;
- preparation of routine, recurring and special reports.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications : (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
- ICC certifications as a combination residential plans examiner or related certifications.
- Experience with application of building codes.
- Experience with structural engineering principles including load paths.
- Experience with Microsoft Office products.
- Experience with GIS and inspection software.
- Experience with zoning/grading regulations.
Selection Procedure :
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Licenses and Certificates: All positions require certification as a Plans Examiner by a nationally recognized organization (e.g., ICBO, ICC) at the time of appointment or prior to completion of initial/promotional probation, and this certification must be maintained as a condition of employment. Some positions require a valid Arizona class D driver license at the time of application. Failure to obtain and maintain the required certification shall be grounds for termination.
Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.
Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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