DOLA Plans Examiner

Who can Apply

This opportunity is only open to residents of the State of Colorado.

About the Colorado Department of Local Affairs

The Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) serves as the primary interface between the State and local communities. The Department provides financial support to local communities and professional and technical services (including training and technical assistance) to community leaders in the areas of governance, housing, and property tax administration. While all state governments provide such services through various Departmental structures, Colorados approach is unique in that these local community services are gathered into one Department of Local Affairs, which has a central focus on strengthening Colorado communities and enhancing livability.

Vision

The Department of Local Affairs is responsible for strengthening Colorado's local communities through: accessible, affordable, and secure housing; implementing property tax law; capacity building; strategic training, research, and technical assistance; and funding to localities.

Mission

Our mission is to help strengthen Colorados communities.

Why work for the Colorado Department of Local Affairs?

The work we do matters greatly. It matters to us and it matters to the citizens of the great state of Colorado. We love our communities and are passionate about supporting our communities. We value the diversity that Colorado offers. If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference in communities across the State, consider joining the dedicated people of the Department of Local Affairs.

In addition, we offer a great location and great benefits, which include:

• Medical and Dental Plans

• Strong, secure, yet flexible Retirement Plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus pre-tax and ROTH 401K, and 457 plans

• Employee Wellness Programs

• Paid Life Insurance

• 11 paid Holidays per year plus Vacation and Sick Leave

• Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage

• RTD Eco Pass to all eligible State Employees

• Flexible work schedule options and hybrid work options

• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Training opportunities

• Variety of Free discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount Program

The projected start date for this position will be July 7, 2025.

The Office of Regulatory Oversight (ORO) oversees the regulatory functions of the Division of Housing through two programs: the Building Codes & Standards Section (BCS) and the Mobile Home Park Act Oversight Program (MHPOP). The purpose of BCS is to protect Colorado citizens by regulating diverse and unique aspects of the states residential and non-residential construction industry in partnership with local governments, the federal government, other state agencies, and the private sector. Specifically, this work unit regulates the:

• Construction of factory-built structures (residential and nonresidential);

• Sale of manufactured homes and tiny homes;

• Installation of manufactured homes, tiny homes, and multi-family structures;

• Site built construction of hotels, motels, and multi-family structures in those areas of the state where no local building department exists;

• Foundation systems for tiny homes, manufactured homes, and factory-built structures in areas of the state where no construction standards for tiny homes, manufactured homes, and factory-built structures exist; and

• Standards for accessible housing. BCS registers/certifies manufacturers, sellers, installers, and independent installation inspectors.

Design/construction plans must be reviewed and approved by this work unit, and inspections conducted and passed before a built structure may be certified. This work unit also inspects and certifies the installation of manufactured homes, tiny homes, and multi-family structures before occupancy. A homeowner may submit concerns regarding the construction, sale, or installation of their manufactured home or tiny home to BCS for investigation through its dispute resolution process.

Building Codes and Standards (BCS) Plans Examiner

The Plans Examiner position exists to conduct first-level plan reviews of factory-built structure construction documents as well as foundation systems for all structures regulated through BCS in any area of the state that does not have a building department, including engineering calculations and analysis, and manufacturer quality control procedures to verify compliance with applicable construction standards, including, but not limited to;

• International Residential Code (IRC),

• International Building Code (IBC),

• International Energy Conservation Code (IECC),

• International Mechanical Code (IMC),

• International Plumbing Code (IPC),

• International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC),

• National Electric Code (NEC)

• Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Manufactured Housing Standards

• Administrative Rules - Title 24, Article 32, Part 33 of the Colorado Revised Statutes Title 9, Article 5 of the Colorado Revised Statutes.

The position will also provide comments to submitting entities when revisions, clarifications, questions and resubmittals are required and then re-review construction documents as necessary. Recommendations will be made to the BCS Senior Plans Examiner.

Job Duties

The job duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Plan Review

  • Verify architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, energy and life safety details of submitted construction plans and apply applicable standards to determine whether designer(s) have applied the appropriate code provisions and mathematical calculations in their selection and specification of building materials, structural members, and manufactured components.

  • Analyze components of the structure to ensure compliance with the current adopted standards.

  • Examine and confirm that the manufacturers approved construction manual (if applicable) contains any deficiencies per code (IRC, IBC, IPC, IMC, IECC, IFGC, NEC) or engineer practices and consult with the manufacturer to resolve issues.

  • The position also provides information and technical assistance to companies and individuals engaged in the construction for new/existing buildings, renovations, and remodeling work that is funded in part by programs in the Division of Housing. This may entail interpreting codes and regulations and explaining the analysis in response to questions or complaints.

• Quality Control

  • Evaluate the manufacturers in-plant Quality Control Systems Manual, finished product and manufacturers capability to meet codes and standards as well as rules and regulations through code compliance inspection reports.

  • Conduct analysis to ensure the manufacturer has a viable quality control system that will assist in their ability to produce conforming products.

  • Review third party agency pre-approved plans for final approval. This involves auditing the preapproved construction plans for compliance with major structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, energy, fire and life safety components.

Class Code & Classification Description

D9C2XX Inspector II

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience Only: Four (4) years of experience in conducting plan reviews or building inspections.

AND

Current, valid International Code Council (ICC) Plans Examiner Certifications (Residential - R3 or Building - B3) or Building Inspector Certification (Residential - B1, or Commercial - B2). A copy of your certification must be submitted with your application materials in order to be considered.

OR

Education and Experience: A combination of related education in Construction Management, Structural Engineering, Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field (as determined by the agency) AND experience as described above equal to four years PLUS the certification identified above.

Ensure that the 'Work Experience" section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for.

Applicants must upload their unofficial college transcripts that include the student name, college name, courses completed and/or degree with date conferred with this application, in order to receive credit.

Under the Job Application Fairness Act (SB 23-058), applicants may redact information from certifications and transcripts that identify their age, date of birth or dates of attendance from an educational institution.

Required Competencies

• Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind,

• Excellent problem-solving skills,

• Ability to work across teams,

• Strong attention to detail,

• Strong organizational skills,

• Effective verbal and written communication skills,

• Ability to identify a problem and present solutions,

• Ability to work independently,

• Strong interpersonal skills,

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and the Google Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• State of Colorado experience conducting Building or Manufactured Housing inspections and/or plan reviews,

• Experience conducting field inspections,

• Additional ICC or HUD certifications in any of the areas listed in the job description,

• Additional ICC plan review or building inspector certifications,

• Prior experience providing technical assistance or code interpretation to companies or individuals,

• Prior public sector experience conducting on-site inspections and plan reviews for structures and manufactured homes,

• Ability to travel independently.

Conditions of Employment

• You MUST be a Colorado resident (at the time of application) to apply for this position.

• Pre-employment criminal background checks will be conducted as part of the selection process.

• You must possess and maintain a current and valid ICC Plans Examiner Certifications (Residential - R3 or Building - B3) or Building Inspector Certification (Residential - B1, or Commercial - B2) throughout employment.

Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement will result in your application being rejected.

Applicants may submit a resume, cover letter/letter of interest detailing how their experience and background address the stated minimum and preferred qualifications/competencies of the job and attach to the online application. Applications left blank or marked See Resume will not be accepted. Please address every requirement for the position with your experience in your application.

The application may include the following documents that MUST be uploaded at the time of application:

• A resume (this is not a substitute for the online application demonstrating work history)

• Cover letter / letter of interest

• Transcripts (if using education to meet the minimum qualifications)

• DD214 (member-4 form) from applicants that may be eligible for veterans preference

Comparative Analysis

Current and former employees (transfers, voluntary demotions, and reinstatements) are required to participate in the comparative analysis process through this job posting.

Applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for the position. Applicants that meet MQs will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, training and experience review, eSkills Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants. Be sure your application specifically addresses the requirements as listed in the minimum qualifications. Address your specialized experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position duties, required competencies and preferred qualifications in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration.

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

DOLA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Melissa Bellew, DOLA ADA Coordinator at ....

Email Address: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked often as time sensitive correspondence such as exam information or notification will take place via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "..." addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.

Biweekly Pay: As of July 1, 2023, all DOLA new hires, including transfers of current state employees and reinstatements of former state employees, will be placed on the biweekly pay schedule. This means you will be paid every other Friday for a total of 26 pay periods over the course of a year. Biweekly pay is also lag pay, meaning you will be paid two weeks after the end of each pay period. Please click here for more information about the move to biweekly payroll.

Technical Assistance: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) please contact NEOGOV technical support at ... Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files, and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.

Appeal Rights: An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director. As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at ... within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Departments action. For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.

For questions related to this job posting, please reach out to Melissa Bellew via email at ....