Senior Plans Examiner

City of Riverside•Riverside, CA

About The Position

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for one Senior Plans Examiner vacancy in the Building and Safety Division of the Community and Economic Development Department. The eligibility list may be used to fill current or upcoming vacancies in this classification for up to six months. Under general direction, the Senior Plans Examiner supervises and reviews plans for subdivision developments, multi-unit residential projects, and commercial and industrial building projects to ensure compliance with established codes, ordinances, and other applicable regulations. The role provides information and assistance at the public counter to architects, engineers, contractors, homeowners, members of the public, and others; supervises assigned personnel; and performs related duties as required.

Requirements

Associate degree from an accredited college or university, with major coursework in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Technology, or a related field, or ICC certification as a Plans Examiner.
Three years of professional experience as a plan checker reviewing plans for conformance with applicable building codes for a governmental agency.
At least one year of experience in plan checking related to disabled access regulations.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire, an International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Plans Examiner.
Legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future, subject to the stated USMCA TN exception.

Nice To Haves

CASp Certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Examine and review plans and specifications for residential tracts, multi-unit residential, and 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.
Perform field inspections and assist field inspectors and other staff with complex or unusual requirements for residential and other structures.
Prepare and maintain files, reports, and records of activities and procedures.
Assist at the public counter with calculating fees, issuing permits, and providing general and technical information.
Provide training to Building and Safety Division staff.
Answer questions from homeowners, architects, engineers, contractors, and the general public about City policies and procedures, codes, ordinances, and regulations.
Coordinate with other City departments and divisions and outside regulatory agencies.
Perform preliminary design review and similar tasks as a Building and Safety representative on the Development Review Committee as needed.
Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned plan check and permit issuance staff.