Plans Examiner II

Plans Examiner II# Washington County Careers## Plans Examiner IIApply:
Hybrid Possible:
Hillsboro, OR:
Full time:
Posted Today:
End Date:
November 12, 2026 (21 days left to apply):
R570
** Note**:
This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day
** prior
* * to the end date listed.
** Current Washington County Employees:
** Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
** Job Type:
** Regular
* * Pay Range:**$48.13 - $58.48 Hourly
** Department:
** Land Use & Transportation (LUT)
** FLSA Exemption Status:
** Non-Exempt
** About the Opportunity:
** The Plans Examiner II plays a key role in ensuring safe, compliant development across Washington County by reviewing commercial and residential construction plans for adherence to building codes. This position works closely with design professionals, builders, and the public to identify required corrections and support positive customer experiences. As a journey-level professional, the Plans Examiner II contributes to a collaborative work environment upholding Washington County's standards for safety, quality, and community-focused service.
** Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
*** Comprehensive knowledge of the Oregon Structural, Mechanical, Fire & Life Safety, Energy, and Residential Specialty Codes.
* Understanding of commercial construction methods, occupancy classifications, and building system interactions.
* Skill in reviewing a broad range of commercial and residential plans with minimal guidance.
* Skill to identify code deficiencies across multiple disciplines and issue professional, well-supported correction notices.
* Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain code requirements to architects, engineers, and contractors.
* Ability to independently perform plan review with consistency and accuracy.
* Ability to maintain productive relationships with customers and partner agencies.
* Ability to exercise sound judgment in non-sensitive code interpretation issues.
* To review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link:
* * https://www.washingtoncountyor.gov/hr/job-class/129
*** Minimum Qualifications
*** An Associate's Degree from an approved building inspection-related education program or its equivalent;
** OR
* ** An approved two-year inspection-related education program;
** OR
* ** An approved one-year inspection-related education program
** AND
* * one (1) year of plans review-related or inspection experience;
** OR
* ** High School Diploma or equivalent
** AND
* * A minimum of two (2) years of plans review-related or inspection experience. Additional Requirements
* Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC);
** AND
* ** Oregon Residential One and Two Family Dwelling Structural Plans Examiner Certification,
** OR
* * International Code Council (ICC) Residential Building Inspector certification,
** OR
* * ICC Residential Plans Examiner Certification;
** AND
* ** Oregon A-level Structural Plans Examiner Certification
** OR
* * International Code Council (ICC) Commercial Building Plans Examiner Certification;
** AND
* ** Oregon A-level Mechanical Inspector Certification
** OR
* * ICC Commercial Mechanical Inspector Certification;
** AND
* ** A driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy.  
** Department of Land Use & Transportation’s Mission, Vision, & Values:*
* ** Mission | Our Purpose
** Serve. Plan. Build. Maintain—for a thriving Washington County.
** Vision | Our Desired Future State
** We invest in our people, work collaboratively, and care for the systems our community depends on—supporting safe, accessible, and connected communities for today and the…