Building Plans Examiner 1 PCN 122034

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Alaska is seeking qualified candidates for a Plan Review role in Anchorage to review complex building plans for compliance with Building, Fire, Mechanical, and Fuel Gas Codes. You will determine occupancy, exits, fire protection, and life-safety requirements, providing technical guidance to ensure safe construction.

The position emphasizes interpreting codes, drafting regulations, and advising the State Fire Marshal on safety matters, with opportunities for on-the-job training and

Qualifications

• Attention to detail when reviewing complex building plans and ensuring compliance with codes.
• Ability to reason through life-safety requirements and propose compliant alternatives.
• Strong written and verbal communication for cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to interpret and apply multiple codes and standards in plan reviews.
• Proficient in drafting clear, organized written comments and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Examine and review complex plans for new construction, alterations, and remodeling for compliance with Building, Fire, Mechanical, and Fuel Gas Codes.
• Establish and approve occupancy, exit, fire protection, and life-safety requirements on reviewed plans.
• Advise on technical code interpretations and assist in drafting regulations and procedures.
• Function as an advisor to the State Fire Marshal on fire safety matters in building construction.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Writing

Job description

The recruitment is exempt from the hiring freeze (Administrative Order 358)

This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirement in order to be considered for employment at this time.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Examine and review the most complex plans and specifications involving new construction, alterations and remodeling for compliance with International Building, Fire, Mechanical, and Fuel Gas Codes, and referenced code standards as adopted by the State of Alaska Administrative Code. Major developments include new schools, hospitals, correctional centers, large shopping centers and processing complexes, representing industrial, commercial, and multi-story residential structures.

Establish and approve maximum occupancy sizes, fire resistant materials, exit requirements, and fire alarm and extinguishing systems, while examining and reviewing plans involving nonstructural items such as sprinklers, fire pumps, standpipes, water supply requirements and calculations.

Review and comment on proposed regulations, legislation and building codes; assist in drafting regulations, procedures and codes which affect plan reviews and building inspections; recommend changes in procedures to increase efficiency in plan reviews. Function as an advisor to the State Fire Marshal on technical code interpretations and fire safety matters for building construction.

OUR ORGANIZATION, MISSION, AND CULTURE

Our mission is to prevent the loss of life and property from fire and explosion. Fire safety is improved through three means; Enforcement, Engineering, and Education. The Plan Review Bureau meets the Engineering means of our mission.

THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM

This position enables you to become a valuable member of the plan review team and allowing you the option to move into the division level, possibly becoming the Alaska State Fire Marshal. Learning the design and construction industry across the State of Alaska while making a difference in public buildings ensuring Fire and Life Safety. Provided an excellent opportunity for on-the-job training and formal training classes.

THE WORKING CONDITIONS YOU CAN EXPECT

The location of the position is 5700 East Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99507. Primarily an office environment that has the potential to conduct site visits.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing building plan reviews and conscientious about attention to details.
• Critical Thinking: Uses logic and reasoning during plan reviews to identify fire and life safety building requirements and offer alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.
• Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
• Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a brief, clear, and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.

More information about the Department of Public Safety can be found on our website: http://dps.alaska.gov/

Competency-Based Minimum Qualifications Instructions

Please ensure your application (through work history, volunteer experience (duties summary), training, education, licenses, certificates, etc.) supports how you have gained the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors (competencies) and that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.

Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities in:

• Principles of engineering as applied to fire prevention and life safety.
• Appropriate safety and fire protection methods as related to building construction or alterations.
• Principles, practices, materials and equipment used in industrial, residential and commercial construction.
• Interpretation of federal, state, and municipal codes governing housing and building construction, including the Uniform Building Code and Standards, Uniform Fire Code and Standards, Uniform Mechanical Code, International Building, Fire and Mechanical code and associated referenced standards.

equivalent to those typically gained by: Three years of experience either reviewing construction plans and specifications or performing building construction inspections for compliance with regulations regarding design and construction codes.

Special Note:

Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining certification as either an ICC Building Plans Examiner or Fire Inspector 1 within six months of hire.

Continued employment is contingent up on obtaining certification as an ICC Building Plans Examiner, Fire Inspector 1, and Mechanical Inspector within 18 months of hire.

Cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

AT TIME OF INTERVIEW

• List of three (3) professional references.
• Last two (2) performance evaluations (letter of recommendation from current or former supervisor may be substituted).

SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT THE POSITION

• ICC Certification as a Fire Inspector
• ICC Certification as Mechanical Code Inspector
• ICC Certification as a Building Plans Examiner
• Valid Alaska Driver's License

TRAVEL

This position requires air travel and will be conducted under AS 18.70.020 and AS 18.70.340.

BACKGROUND CHECK

This position requires the incumbent to submit to a fingerprint based criminal history background check. Due to the sensitive nature of this position, and required access to APSIN, an applicant with criminal convictions will not move forward in the selection process.

CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT

The successful candidate will be required to read, understand, and agree to via signature, an agreement of confidentiality concerning the work commonly encountered within the Department of Public Safety to qualify for this position.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.

Special Instructions for Foreign Education: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Applications will be reviewed to determine if minimum qualifications are met. Therefore, all work experiences the applicant is using to meet minimum qualifications for this position must be documented in the application package. Please include the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether the employment was full or part-time. Applicants who submit packages that do not provide sufficient information to demonstrate minimum qualifications are met may not advance in the selection process.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or [phone] in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

NOTICE

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WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE

Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or [phone] if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to [e-mail].

For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring managers:

Lloyd Nakano
State Fire Marshall
[phone]
[e-mail]

Aaron Danielson
Assistant State Fire Marshal
[e-mail]