Manager of Plans Examining Services

The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill one (1) vacancy for the classification of Manager of Plans Examining Services in the Department of Building/Fire Safety and Development Services Center. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year.

Under general direction manages, plans, coordinates and administers permits and the activities of the Plans Examining Services Division; ensures conformance with applicable codes, ordinances and laws; coordinates the provision of building and fire inspections required in the business license process; and performs related duties as assigned.

A re you looking for a challenging yet rewarding career that offers work-life balance? Are you highly skilled and motivated to make a difference? Just minutes away from Las Vegas, Nevada, one of the world’s most famous entertainment destinations, Henderson is the safe, easily-accessible, and charming heart of Southern Nevada. Employment with the City of Henderson represents more than just a job;

it's a commitment to public service excellence and enhancing the quality of life for those that live, learn, work, and play in our beautiful City!

• Competitive Salary Range of $ - $ Annually; salary placement for non-represented positions is based on a comprehensive compensation review and takes into consideration the candidate's qualifications as well as internal equity
• Base Wage increase upon successful completion of Initial Probationary or Qualifying Period
• Annual Pay Adjustment Increase or Lump Sum Bonus
• General Increase
• Contingent upon the City’s financial health and subject to availability of funds as determined by the City (subject to change)
• Work-Life Balance
  • The expected schedule for this position is Monday - Thursday, 7:30 am - 5:30 pm (4 day work week)
• Paid Leave and Holidays
  • Leave and Holidays Policy
  • Family and Medical Leave and Extended Leave Policy
• Comprehensive benefits package for all full-time, regular non-represented employees including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Long Term Disability (LTD)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Policy
  • Retirement Benefits
    • Nevada PERS (Public Employees' Retirement System)
    • Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Account
    • Deferred Compensation - 457(b) and 401(a) Plans
  • Voluntary Benefits:
    Pet Insurance, Auto/Home Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, SSgA Upromise 529 College Savings Plan
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLSF) through the Federal Government
  • Tuition and Certification Reimbursement Program, and much more!
  • to review all City Employee Benefits
  • The City of Henderson is a part of the Nevada Public Employee Retirement Systems (NV PERS) and makes those PERS contributions on the employee's behalf. More information pertaining to NV PERS can be found at the State of Nevada's PERS website

to familiarize yourself with the job and its physical requirements.

to learn more about the Building/Fire Safety & Development Services Center.

to see what it’s like to live in/visit Henderson.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, architecture, or a closely related field
• Six (6) years of plans examining experience; two (2) years of which were at a supervisory level
• Possession of Plans Examiner Certification - ICC
• Note:
  
  An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered
• Must possess and maintain a Nevada or border state driver's license, as defined by NRS 483
• Nevada registration as a Professional Engineer or Licensed Architect or ability to obtain through reciprocity within one (1) year of appointment
• Desirable: registration as a Certified Building Official

• Completed Employment Application
• Plans Examiner - ICC Certification
• Professional Engineer License or Architecture License

* Please attach your documents to the Attachments section of your application;  for attachment instructions.

Oral Board Interview with Written Component (Weighted 100%) - Wednesday, January 21, 2026 (Best-Qualified Candidates)

Selection Interview -…