Plans Examiner - Building Division

Position Overview

This position is within the Building Division and offers a dynamic work environment, both in the office and in the field. Occasional travel may be required for trainings and to visit the AZ Strip office as needed. The position also involves regular interaction with the public, both at the counter, over the phone, and in the field.

Monday Through Friday, Flexible with 8am-5pm or 4-10p (No Holidays or Weekends)

• Plans Examiner I – $25.65 - $42.41
• Plans Examiner II – $28.28 - $46.72
• Plans Examiner Senior – $31.18 - $51.51

• Must pass pre-employment background screening.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for operation of motor vehicles on Arizona roads at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position.

• 10 Paid Holidays.
• 1 Floating Holiday.
• End of Year PTO Buyback (optional).

• Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
• Contribution rate of 11.98% with 100% Employer Match starting on first day.
• Deferred Compensation Programs (optional)

• Low-cost, high-value health care plans for you and your family that include Medical, Dental, Vision.
• 24/7 Virtual Care including Onsite Health Screening Events.
• Marketplace Discounts.
• Onsite Gyms or Gym Membership Stipend.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Wellness Program.
• Basic Life, Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurances with additional voluntary benefits include Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Plans.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA-includes Dependent Care).

• Reviews more complex submitted construction plans and specifications of all types to check compliance with the requirements of the International Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Codes, State statutes and related codes and ordinances.
• Reviews calculations for completeness, code compliance and accuracy.
• Rejects plans for non-compliance with codes at various stages and references requirements and reasons for disapproval.
• Provides technical assistance to the public and advises applicants of needed changes, modifications, alternatives or solutions for code compliance.
• Confers with architects, designers, engineers and contractors in reconciling building plans with County building codes.
• Performs research and resolves difficult problems with the public and applicants regarding building code requirements.
• Responds to inquiries from field inspectors concerning construction problems requiring plan modifications.
• Maintains awareness of new and revised codes and construction methods and materials and maintains the structural and architectural building codes in an up-to-date condition.
• Calculates permit fees based on value, occupancy and construction type.
• Reviews building permit applications for pertinent data, information, necessary clearances and other requirements.
• Prepares and maintains records and reports of permits reviewed and issued.
• Reviews trade literature, publications, and conference reports to keep abreast of current technology.
• Perform building inspections on a regular basis as needed by the Department.
• Supervises, coordinates and performs a variety of administrative staff work such as scheduling, maintaining records, responding to requests for information or services, performing related administrative, planning and research activities, and preparing correspondence, reports, statistical information and may prepare budget materials.
• Prepares performance evaluations; may make hiring recommendations; recommends disciplinary actions; reviews vacations and time off requests; prepares work schedules and assignments; supervises the activities of assigned personnel.
• Monitors plan reviews, reports and recordkeeping activities filed by assigned personnel for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to policy and procedure guidelines.

• High School diploma/ GED (General Education Degree).
• Two (2) years of applicable experience in the construction or design industry.
• OR an equivalent combination of education, experience, and…