Job Posting for PLANS EXAMINER at City of Riverside

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of Plans Examiner to fill one (1) vacancy in the Building and Safety Division of the Community and Economic Development Department. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

The Plans Examiner performs professional and technical level work which involves the checking and reviewing of plans and supporting documents for tracts, multi-unit residential, and commercial/industrial building projects for compliance with established codes, ordinances, and other applicable regulations. Provides information and assistance at the public counter to architects, engineers, contractors, homeowners, and the general public.

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Examine and review plans and specifications submitted for residential, multi-family residential, commercial and industrial buildings for compliance with codes, ordinances, and other applicable regulations.
Review plans and calculations to ensure appropriate use of materials and construction installations; consult and communicate with various construction personnel to answer special project specific questions and assist with various inquiries.
Perform field inspection and assist field inspectors and other staff with complex or unusual requirements for residential and other structures.
Assist field inspectors and other staff with complex or unusual requirements for residential, commercial, and other structures.
Prepare and maintain files, reports, and records of activities and procedures; coordinate with multiple City departments to ensure project compliance, timeliness, and review.
Assist at the public counter in calculating fees, issuing permits, and dispensing general and technical information.
Answer questions from homeowners, architects, engineers, contractors, and the general public regarding the City's policies and procedures, related codes, ordinances and regulations.
Coordinate with other City departments, divisions, and outside regulatory agencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Education: High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED).

Experience: : One year of experience in processing and reviewing building plans for a public agency OR three years of progressively responsible experience in architecture or engineering design, drafting of building structures, and working with plans and specifications related to meeting codes, ordinances and regulations; OR three years of experience as a Building Inspector for a public agency

Licenses and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid appropriate, Class “C” California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Plans Examiner is required within 12 months of hire

Highly Desirable Qualifications:
Possession of a professional engineer (PE) license/certification.
Experience reviewing and assessing building plans for a public agency.

1) Completed Employment Application

2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

PLEASE NOTE: THE CERTIFICATION REQUIRED MUST BE SCANNED AND ATTACHED TO THE ONLINE APPLICATION. THE SYSTEM WILL NOT ALLOW AN APPLICATION TO BE SUBMITTED WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ATTACHMENT. FOR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO AN ON-LINE APPLICATION, OR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/.
An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.

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