Building Plans Examiner I or II

Description

The City of Roanoke's Building Safety Team is looking to hire a Building Plans Examiner I or II. The Building Plans Examiner position reviews building plans and proposed construction (new and existing) for compliance with legal standards and provides technical assistance through customer service as part of the permitting process. The position level that the selected candidate will be classified as (Building Plans Examiner I or II) will be commensurate to the candidate's level of experience and job-specific training (technical certifications).

This is a career ladder position with an opportunity for promotion upon gaining additional certifications required to successfully perform more complex building plan review . Ideal candidates either already possess the experience and certifications necessary to perform the work OR have demonstrated general experience, aptitude, and willingness to work toward the necessary State-mandated training and certifications for Building Plans Examination.

The City of Roanoke covers the cost of all state-mandated training and certifications required for this position. The Building Plans Examiner I or II performs work under direct supervision of the Deputy Building Official, who reports to the Building Official in the Department of Planning, Building and Development.

The Opportunity

• Reviews building plans on all new construction, additions and alterations of buildings and structures including one & two family dwellings and commercial sites for compliance with all City and State codes and ordinances.
• Reviews building plans as part of the application and review process leading to the issuance of a construction permit for compliance with building and zoning code requirements and for application of safe construction design.
• Examines plans, specifications and materials for compliance with current code requirements.
• Provides technical assistance to both external and internal stakeholders in the permitting process by consulting with architects, engineers and the general public through professional and responsive customer service and teamwork.
• Stays abreast of new materials and building methods by attending seminars and lectures as new techniques are introduced.
• Conducts research, as needed, and evaluates equipment, materials and construction assemblies for compliance with USBC requirements and industry standards. Testifies in court on building code related cases, as needed.
• Uses available electronic tools to assist in reviewing and processing permit and construction documents in the most efficient and effective manner.

The Ideal Candidate

Building Plans Examiner I must already have or obtain the Residential Building Review certification through ICC and/or the State of Virginia within 18 months of employment.Building Plans Examiner II must already have or obtain the following plan review certifications through ICC and/or the State of Virginia:

o Residential Building Review

o Commercial Building Review

o Commercial Plumbing Review

o Commercial Mechanical Review

o Commercial Electrical Review

o Fire Protection

The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer. To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community.

This is an exempt position.

Typical Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and three or more years related experience in construction and/or review of building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical fields; or equivalent combination of education and experience. individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must obtain and maintain the Residential Building Plans Examiner certification required by the Uniform Statewide Building Code and the City of Roanoke within 18 months of employment to meet minimum qualifications for Building Plans Examiner I and the Commercial Building Plans Examiner Certification required by the Uniform Statewide Building Code and the City of Roanoke within 36 months of employment to meet the minimum qualifications for Building Plans Examiner II. Possession of a valid appropriate driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. This is a job description and not an individualized position description.

A job description defines the general character and scope of duties and responsibilities of all positions in a job classification, but it is not intended to describe and does not necessarily list the essential job functions for a given position in a classification.