Plans Examiner OR Senior Plans Examiner

Applications received through Friday, July 11, 2025 at 4:30 PM will receive priority first review. This position will remain opened until filled but may be closed at any time a qualified candidate is selected.
This is an integrated job posting and applications are open for candidates who meet the qualifications for either a Plans Examiner or a Senior Plans Examiner. Only one position is available.

The range posted is inclusive of both positions. See below for breakdown:
Plans Examiner (NE-34) $7,842.00 - $10,010.00 monthly.
Senior Plan Examiner (NE-35) $8,235.00 - $10,509.00 monthly.

About the Position
Under general supervision, performs technical plan reviews for commercial and residential buildings to ensure compliance with State mandated codes and local ordinances and regulations; responds to design professional and the general public regarding building code questions, requirements and interpretation of codes, construction problems and City procedures; performs limited site inspections of building projects as needed to determine compliance with approved plans or regarding investigation of complaints;

determines and calculates plan review and building permit fees. Serves as backup to the Building Inspector position(s).

Plans Examiner:
New hires generally start between $7,842.00 and $8,647.00 per month. Placement within the position’s full wage scale is based on qualifications and professional experience. The full wage scale for this position is between $7,842.00 and $10,010.00 per month.

Job Description:

Plans Examiner

Senior Plans Examiner:
New hires generally start between $8,235.00 and $9,078.00 per month. Placement within the position’s full wage scale is based on qualifications and professional experience. The full wage scale for this position is between $8,235.00 and $10,509.00 per month.

Job Description:

Senior Plans Examiner

The City currently offers hybrid works schedules based on the requirements of the position.

About the Department

The Development Services Department is responsible for land use and building permit review and approvals; long-range city and regional planning; building inspection; coordination of development review processes, design standards, and enforcement of the community development code. We are committed to equity and inclusivity as a foundational element of our work and in creating a positive work environment.

About the City
The City of Edmonds is a beautiful community on the Puget Sound waterfront with a population of 43,420 ( MRSC, 2024 ) and is the gateway to the Olympic peninsula via the state ferry system. Edmonds provides a full range of services, including contracted fire services, police services a municipal court, a community pool, a regional performing arts facility, public works and utilities, a regional wastewater treatment facility, along with community events and services through our Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department.

Six department directors report directly to the Mayor and oversee approximately 279 full–time-equivalent employees. Essential Functions - Plans Examiner

• Examines construction drawings and specifications, geotechnical reports, structural calculations, plumbing, mechanical, energy and ventilation calculations to determine code compliance and notifies applicants in writing of plan review corrections.
• Approves building permit applications according to established procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge of various codes and construction practices due to changes in building materials, building code philosophies and legislative mandates.
• Performs duties of the Building Inspector, Combination Building Inspector or Senior Combination Building Inspector as directed.
• Creates and updates public handouts for building code information.
• Prepares and maintains documentation related to the permit reviewing process.
• Performs other related duties as assigned that are within the scope of this position classification.

Essential Functions - Senior Plans Examiner
In addition to the Plans Examiner's essential functions, combination level candidates must also be able to:

• Attend pre-application meetings and assists customers with complex code issues.

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