Senior Plan Analyst; Plan Review​/Plumbing

Position: Senior Plan Analyst (Plan Review/Plumbing)

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Service Line/Section:
Houston Permitting Center/Building Code Enforcement/Plan Review

Reporting

Location:

1002 Washington Ave, Floor 3

Workdays &

Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8:00a - 5:00p (Subject to change)

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides review, analysis, research and interpretation of construction documents to ensure compliance with various code ordinances and regulations. Examines and reviews construction documents to enforce code compliance and local ordinance procedures related to Plumbing. Ensures that construction meets Local and National Building codes, ordinances and technical specifications. Approves construction documents for issue of building permits. Reviews and writes requirements for plans which do not meet city building codes.

Meets with the general public, contractors, technical professionals and businesses on preliminary plan reviews, permit requirements and related ordinances and procedures. Researches and evaluates commercial and residential plans, specifications and drawings. Reads and reviews construction documents and plans, architectural and engineer construction documents. Enters data into database to issue building permits. Requires good communication skills and the ability to interpret and explain City procedures and guidelines and other duties as assigned.

WORKING

CONDITIONS

This position requires long periods of sitting in an office environment.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier III Level.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a related Associate's degree, such as Building Inspection, or the equivalent.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Two years of skilled, journey level experience in building trades, inspection or plan examining (which could include experience as a Permit Specialist) in the area of analysis to be performed are required.

SUBSTITUTION(S)

Four years of skilled, journey level experience in building trades, inspection or plan examining in the area of analysis to be performed may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements. A bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Building Inspection, Architecture, Engineering or a closely related discipline may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

May require a valid Texas driver’s license and compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving.

Preference will be given to candidates with the following:

• Knowledge of the current Plumbing Code and how it applies to reviewing Plumbing Plans/Drawings.
• Four years of skilled Journeyman level or Master Plumber experience in the Plumbing trade.
• Applicants who possess a Master or Journeyman’s Plumbing License.

* Must obtain the following license and certification within 11 months of employment.

• TSBPE Inspection License
• ICC Plumbing Plans Examiner

** Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

None. However, the Department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

No. If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade: 18

INCENTIVES/AWARDS

Retention:
Eligible for award of up to $3000.00 upon completion of 24 months employment.

Relocation:
Eligible for incentive of up to $1000.00 upon submission of qualifying receipts.

Certification:
Eligible for annual incentives of up to $3900.00 upon acquisition of eligible certifications and after completing 6 months on the job.

Step Increase:
Salary adjusted by 4.4% upon completion of 24 months of employment; salary adjusted by 2.0% upon completion of 36 months of employment.

APPLICATION…