Plans Examiner II

Washington County, Oregon•Hillsboro, OR

14h

About The Position

The Plans Examiner II is a journey-level professional in Washington County’s Department of Land Use & Transportation. The position reviews commercial and residential construction plans for compliance with building codes, identifies required corrections, and works with design professionals, builders, and the public to support safe, compliant development and positive customer experiences. The role contributes to a collaborative work environment focused on safety, quality, and community service.

Requirements

Associate’s degree from an approved building inspection-related education program or equivalent; or an approved two-year inspection-related education program; or an approved one-year inspection-related education program and one year of plans review-related or inspection experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of plans review-related or inspection experience.
Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC).
Oregon Residential One and Two Family Dwelling Structural Plans Examiner Certification, or ICC Residential Building Inspector certification, or ICC Residential Plans Examiner Certification.
Oregon A-level Structural Plans Examiner Certification or ICC Commercial Building Plans Examiner Certification.
Oregon A-level Mechanical Inspector Certification or ICC Commercial Mechanical Inspector Certification.
A driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and an acceptable driving record under Washington County policy.
Comprehensive knowledge of Oregon Structural, Mechanical, Fire & Life Safety, Energy, and Residential Specialty Codes.
Understanding of commercial construction methods, occupancy classifications, and building system interactions.
Ability to review a broad range of commercial and residential plans with minimal guidance.
Strong communication skills and the ability to explain code requirements to architects, engineers, and contractors.

Responsibilities

Review commercial and residential construction plans for adherence to applicable building codes.
Identify code deficiencies across multiple disciplines and issue professional, well-supported correction notices.
Explain code requirements to architects, engineers, contractors, and members of the public.
Perform plan reviews independently with consistency and accuracy.
Maintain productive relationships with customers and partner agencies.
Exercise sound judgment on non-sensitive code interpretation issues.