Commercial Plans Examiner

Licking County; Newark (OH); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 76 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Licking County Building Code Enforcement is seeking a full-time professional to conduct commercial plan reviews and ensure compliance with state and local building codes. You will evaluate plans, respond to questions from owners and contractors, and perform field inspections to resolve code-related issues.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with 4–6 years of related experience, plus knowledge of the Ohio Building Code and the ability to use engineering software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from four-year college and four to six years related experience.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Ohio Building Code and related Codes.
• Ability to operate engineering and analysis software.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications and compare them with construction in progress.
• Ability to meet the state minimum requirements for required certifications.

Responsabilités

• Performs commercial plan examinations.
• Reviews building plans, specifications and checks calculations of buildings to ensure compliance with currently adopted codes; approves building permit applications prior to permit issuance; calculates building permit fees.
• Responds to questions regarding adopted codes from property owners, developers, contractors, engineers and architects.
• Researches code-related questions. Investigates and resolves code-related issues.
• Interprets and explains code during plan review process.
• Performs field inspections to assist in the resolution of code related issues.
• Prepares and maintains records of plans, plan reviews or inspections used in connection with all building permits.
• Performs a variety of administrative functions to ensure efficient operation of department; formulates/recommends, implements and administers new and revised policies and procedures; prepares reports.

Connaissances

Interpersonal Skills

Conflict Resolution Skills

Formation

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Ohio-licensed Architect or Engineer (may be acquired after hire)

Outils

Engineering software

Description du poste

Licking County Building Code Enforcement

Job Description

Hours: Full Time, 7:00AM to 4:00PM

Summary:

Performs commercial code plan reviews in a way that assures safe construction of buildings. Ensures County is in compliance with all state and local laws pertaining to Building Codes. Identifies areas of improvement and recommends changes to the Building Code Administrator.

Duties

• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
• Promotes and maintains positive and effective working relationships and promotes good public relationships as a representative of Licking County Government.
• Performs commercial plan examinations.
• Reviews building plans, specifications and checks calculations of buildings to ensure compliance with currently adopted codes; approves building permit applications prior to permit issuance; calculates building permit fees.
• Responds to questions regarding adopted codes from property owners, developers, contractors, engineers and architects.
• Researches code-related questions. Investigates and resolves code-related issues.
• Interprets and explains code during plan review process.
• Performs field inspections to assist in the resolution of code related issues.
• Prepares and maintains records of plans, plan reviews or inspections used in connection with all building permits.
• Performs a variety of administrative functions to ensure efficient operation of department; formulates/recommends, implements and administers new and revised policies and procedures; prepares reports.
• Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to the essential functions of the position and all agency safety procedures.
• Remains informed of current developments and procedures pertinent to duties; may be required to attend seminars/training.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from four-year college or university; and four (4) to six (6) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Qualifications (Agency/Dept. Qualifications):

Possess excellent: Interpersonal Skills and Conflict Resolution Skills

Demonstrated knowledge of Ohio Building Code and related Codes.

Ability to operate engineering and analysis software.

Ability to detect hazards and violations.

Ability to enforce regulations with firm, tact and impartiality.

Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications and compare them with construction in progress.

Ability to meet the state minimum requirements for required certifications.

Ability to be covered under the county fleet vehicle liability insurance policy.

Possess registration as an Ohio-licensed Architect or Engineer

*May be acquired after hire and obtained within one (1) year of employment.

Additional Information

Licking County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.