BUILDING PLAN REVIEWER I (5106)

Jefferson Parish; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Parish is announcing an examination to establish an employment list for two current East Jefferson vacancies in the Department of Building Permits. The list will be used for future East and West Jefferson vacancies as they occur.

The role involves technical work in examining construction plans to ensure compliance with the parish building code and related ordinances.

Qualifications

• Meets one of the following four options: Completion of high school and at least three years of work experience as a general construction contractor, building construction superintendent, architectural designer/draftsperson, or technical inspector/reviewer of residential or commercial construction plans.
• Possession of an accredited Associate's degree (or above) in civil engineering, construction management, architectural drafting/design, or a closely related concentration.
• Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status as a Building Inspector I, Electrical Inspector I, Plumbing Inspector I, or Mechanical Inspector I.
• Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status as a Permit Technician; plus, current certification by ICC as a Building Plans Examiner.

Responsibilities

• Examination of construction plans and blueprints for residential or commercial construction for compliance with the Parish building code, zoning, and related ordinances and issuance of building permits.
• Receives applications for residential building permits and assists applicants in completing applications.
• Provides zoning, permit, code and fee information to the public, property owners, contractors, developers, architects, engineers and others.
• Consults with architects, engineers, contractors and others regarding projects.
• Issues permits for renovations, new residential as well as zoning matters such as fences, demolition, dumpsters, garage sales, temporary uses and other Parish regulated activities as assigned.
• Confirms legal descriptions for building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical; checks and authorizes forms and FEMA certificates.
• Maintains records of current Jefferson Parish Zoning, Council Studies, and Interim Regulations to ensure permits are issued in compliance.

Job description

EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL TWO (2) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCIES IN THE DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING PERMITS.

This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in this Department as they occur. Technical work in the examination of construction plans and blueprints for residential or commercial construction, alterations, and renovations for compliance with the Parish building code, zoning, and related Parish ordinances and the subsequent issuance of building permits. Receives applications for residential building permits; assists applicants in application completion; provides zoning, permit, code and fee information to the public, property owners, contractors, developers, architects, engineers and other interested parties. Consults with architects, engineers, contractors and others regarding projects. Issues permits for renovations, new residential as well as zoning matters such as fences, demolition, dumpsters, garage sales, temporary uses and other Parish regulated activities as assigned. Confirms legal descriptions for building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical; checks and authorizes form, top of slab, and FEMA finished construction elevation certificates. Keeps abreast of records of all building permit applications and maps indicating new streets, buildings and addresses. Maintains records of the current Jefferson Parish Zoning, Council Studies, and Interim Regulations for reference, ensuring permits are issued in compliance with these regulations. While primary work location upon hire is East or West Jefferson, employee may be required to report to and work at either location as directed.

Employees will be required to obtain certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Residential Plans Examiner or Building Plans Examiner prior to the completion of their probationary period.

Related education, experience, and/or professional certification(s) above and beyond the minimum qualifications will be required for consideration of an entrance salary above the minimum rate but not to exceed the listed salary range.

Meets one of the following four options:

1. Completion of high school and at least three (3) years of work experience as a general construction contractor, building construction superintendent, architectural designer/draftsperson, or technical inspector/reviewer of residential or commercial construction plans.
2. Possession of an accredited Associate's degree (or above) in civil engineering, construction management, architectural drafting/design, or a closely related concentration.
3. Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status as a Building Inspector I, Electrical Inspector I, Plumbing Inspector I, or Mechanical Inspector I.
4. Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status as a Permit Technician; plus, current certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Building Plans Examiner.

PREFERRED: Current certification by the ICC as a Residential Plans Examiner or Building Plans Examiner is preferred.(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)

Rating of Training and Experience---------------------------------------------Weighted 100%

Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their training and experience including detailed description of their work experience, names and addresses of all previous employers, and dates of employment. The information is subject to verification and the Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.