Plans Examiner I or II-$1,000 Sign On Incentive

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

The Orange County Building Safety Division is seeking a qualified, experienced and motivated individual to serve as a Plans Examiner I or II. An individual in this position analyzes commercial, multi-family, and residential building plans and specifications for compliance with Florida Building Codes, referenced standards, and County Ordinances prior to the issuance of building permits.

Work is performed with considerable independence under the general direction of the assigned supervisor. Performance is reviewed through observations, conferences, plan review audits, reports and results achieved.

This position may be required to assist with emergency support functions in the event of a declared emergency and/or any other emergency duties as assigned.

Job Description

Representative Duties/Assignments

Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.

• Reviews complex construction drawings and specifications of proposed buildings for code compliance.
• Discusses technical requirements of plans with design professionals, contractors, or owners and approves or recommends modifications and required corrections to plans as necessary.
• Computes square footage of buildings, to determine code compliance and estimated cost.
• Discusses, either in person, e-mail, video conferencing, or by telephone, technical building or design issues with contractors, designers, and the public.
• Explains and interprets building regulations and methods of revising plans submitted to comply with the building code; and provides technical assistance to inspectors.
• May be required to make more complex field inspections of new construction while in process and determine if construction complies with the building code and the approved plans and assist inspectors as needed.
• Reviews and authorizes building permits.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Plans Examiner I

High School Graduate or equivalent and four (4) years of experience in the construction industry. An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for up to two (2) or three (3) years of experience respectively with a minimum of one (1) year of construction experience .

Note: Experience must be verified, in the form of an affidavit, by a licensed contractor, fire marshal, architect, engineer, or building official during first week of employment.

Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's License and provide own transportation if necessary

Mandatory Requirement

Must qualify for provisional plans examiners license pursuant to Florida Statue chapter 468, Part XII for applicable discipline(s): Building, Mechanical, Electrical and/or Plumbing. Employee must obtain provisional plans examiners license within 120 days from date of hire and a standard plan examiners license within two (2) years from the date of receiving a provisional plans examiners license and maintain said license throughout employment.

Note: Employees that are unable to obtain the required license(s) within the established timeframe(s) will be required to forfeit position as an Orange County Plans Examiner.

Must be able to effectively communicate with customers and staff, verbally and in writing.

Plans Examiner II

High School Graduate or equivalent and five (5) years of experience in the construction industry. An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for up to four (4) years of experience on a one for one basis.

Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's License and provide own transportation if necessary.

Must possess State of Florida Standard Plans Examiner License pursuant to Florida Statue chapter 468, Part XII for applicable discipline(s): Building, Mechanical, Electrical or Plumbing.

Must be able to effectively communicate with customers and staff, verbally and in writing.

Application Deadline

Open Date: 06/19/2025

Close Date: 07/08/2025

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 018 - From $30.39 to $39.51

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays andup to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and OrangeCounty Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer: Benefits mayvary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

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Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.

Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

Orange County Administration Building

201 S Rosalind Avenue

Orlando, FL 32801

Notes

Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical and background check.

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