Commercial Plans Examiner (Building Codes)

Clackamas County, OR•Oregon City, OR

35d•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you knowledgeable and/or experienced in reviewing multifamily, industrial and commercial building plans for compliance? Do you thrive working in a team environment and are invested in team success? Do you enjoy taking on challenges and turning them into opportunities? Are you ready to join the Building Codes team that operates in a fast-paced environment by effectively managing and leading change and innovation? Do you have exceptional skills in building partnerships through a commitment to providing excellent customer service? Do you have a personal commitment to putting ethics into action by holding yourself to the highest standards of professionalism, honesty, and objectivity? If you answered "yes" to the questions above, please read on! We are searching for a Commercial Plans Examiner to join our team at the Clackamas County Department of Transportation & Development. If selected for this position, you will be joining the Building Codes Division, a team responsible for administering the State of Oregon building, mechanical, fire alarm, sprinklers, plumbing, electrical, and Clackamas County ordinances and regulations. As a Commercial Plans Examiner in the Building Codes Division, your main focus will be reviewing multifamily, industrial, commercial, and occasionally, 1 and 2 family dwelling building plans for compliance with the State of Oregon, Structural and Mechanical Specialty Codes and the Oregon Fire Code. If selected for this position, you will also review Fire and Life Safety (FLS) systems, which include fire alarm system and fire suppression system reviews, and in some cases, go into the field to evaluate or perform inspections on FLS components. We are committed to being an exemplary team with best practices in Building Codes Administration, working together towards the common goal of achieving overall success of our organization. It is critical that every member of our team recognizes the vital role we play in our community, as well as understands the value a community places on safe buildings and structures, and how our Building Codes team satisfies this demand. To that end, we are searching for an individual, who is motivated to be a positive and collaborative contributor, demonstrating strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills that will allow us to improve, develop and enhance our operations.

Requirements

Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC) ~AND~ at least one of the following three certification sets: State of Oregon Certifications: State of Oregon Fire and Life Safety (PEF) State of Oregon A-level Plans Examiner (PEA) State of Oregon Residential Plans Examiner (CAX) A-level Structural Inspector (SIA) A-level Mechanical Inspector (MIA) Residential Structural Inspector (CAS)
International Code Council Certifications: (Please note: To use International Code Council (ICC) certifications you must be able to provide documentation showing the appropriate experience as outlined by the Oregon State Building Codes Division in order to convert these certifications to Oregon Certifications, or be registered to take the necessary Oregon State Building Codes Division training class in order to convert the ICC certifications, within six (6) months of hire, to Oregon Certifications.) ICC Building Plans Examiner (B3) ICC Fire Plans Examiner (F3) ICC Commercial Building Inspector (B2) ICC Commercial Mechanical Inspector (M2) ICC Residential Building Inspector (B1) ICC Residential Mechanical Inspector (M1)
State of Oregon Legacy Certifications: State of Oregon A-Level Plans Examiner State of Oregon Fire and Life Safety Plans Examiner State of Oregon A-level Structural Inspector State of Oregon A-level Mechanical Inspector State of Oregon 1 and 2 Family Plans Examiner State of Oregon 1 and 2 Family Structural Inspector State of Oregon 1 and 2 Family Mechanical Inspector
Experience providing excellent customer service to the public as well as to other external and internal stakeholders within various levels of an organization
Must pass a post-offer physical assessment; accommodation requests will be reviewed on an individual bases in compliance with State and Federal legislation.
Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment.
For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a plans examiner in a building codes, public works or similar department
Experience as a structural and mechanical inspector within a jurisdictional setting
Completion of a recognized building inspection program, where building and mechanical code classes, inspection classes and training, and plan review were an integral part of the program
Experience as a licensed architect, civil or structural engineer
Experience using Accela Automation/Project Docs or similar permitting software
At least two (2) years of experience working in the construction industry
Experience using Blue Beam or similar document viewing software

Responsibilities

Reviewing multifamily, industrial, commercial, and occasionally, 1 and 2 family dwelling building plans for compliance with the State of Oregon, Structural and Mechanical Specialty Codes and the Oregon Fire Code
Review Fire and Life Safety (FLS) systems, which include fire alarm system and fire suppression system reviews
Evaluate or perform inspections on FLS components

Benefits

Annual Pay Range: $87,842.51 - $110,855.95
Hourly Pay Range: $42.231975 - $53.296131
Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.
Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.
We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.
Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.
Generous paid time off package, including:
12 hours of vacation accrued per month
Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with EPP 66 - Vacation Leave! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.
8 hours of sick accrued per month
10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.)
OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65
A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
A Choice of Dental Plans
Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes
Longevity pay
Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
A variety of additional optional benefits
This is a full time County position represented by AFSCME.