Floodplain Permit Plans Examiner

Maricopa County; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid schedule

Healthcare

Child care benefits

Paid vacation

Wellness program

ASRS retirement match

Growth opportunities

Work with a greater purpose

Job summary

Maricopa County's Flood Control District seeks a Floodplain Permit Plans Examiner to review residential, commercial, and other construction plans for compliance with floodplain regulations. You will provide customer service and manage core permitting processes.

You will work with engineers and technicians in a team, with options for part-week telework, a 9/80 flex schedule, or flexible core hours. A high school diploma and related experience are required.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience reviewing construction plans for compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and standards.
• High school diploma or GED required; post-secondary education may substitute for experience.
• Post-secondary education in Engineering, Urban Planning, Urban Geography, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration or related fields is valued.
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) is a plus; GIS or mapping experience is helpful.
• Knowledge of construction plans, land development, or planning is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Review residential and commercial building civil/site plans for compliance with floodplain regulations and statutes.
• Review aerial and floodplain maps to determine additional review requirements for permits.
• Prepare comments and documents for flood use permits and development compliance.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and communicate requirements to the public and engineers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Review construction plans

Customer service

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary education may substitute for experience

Engineering, Urban Planning, Urban Geography, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration

Tools

GIS (ArcGIS Pro)

Web-based GIS tools

Tyler Enterprise Permitting

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Posting Date

10/07/26

Application Deadline

10/12/26

Pay Range

$28.85 - $48.25 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Flood Control District

About the Position

The Flood Control District is looking for an energetic team member like you! The Floodplain Permit Plans Examiner reviews residential, commercial, and other construction plans to ensure completeness, accuracy, and conformance to floodplain regulations. In addition, you will provide customer service, manage critical parts of our permitting process, and maintain the records in our database system.

As a Floodplain Permit Plans Examiner, you will work with a team of Professional Engineers, engineer associates, and technicians to conduct a variety of tasks. This position also offers options for part-week teleworking, a 9/80 flex schedule, or flexible core business hours.

About Us

Flood Control? In a desert? Absolutely!

Though Maricopa County is in a desert, floods occur during two distinct rainy seasons - the summer monsoon and winter frontal rains. Although the Flood Control District has made significant progress over the years, work remains to be done. Maricopa County continues to be one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, with over 200 people moving here daily!

Want more information on the Flood Control District of Maricopa County? Check out this video!

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
• Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

• Two years of experience reviewing construction plans for compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and standards

• High school diploma or GED

• Post-secondary education may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis

We Also Value

• Post-secondary education in Engineering, Urban Planning, Urban Geography, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration, or related fields

• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)

• Experience in GIS or mapping applications

• Knowledge of construction plans and/or drawings

• Experience in land development, construction, engineering, or planning

Job Contributions

• Review residential and commercial building civil/site plans to ensure compliance with the floodplain regulations, state statutes, and federal/state regulations

• Review aerial and floodplain maps to gather information to determine the level of additional review required for permit issuance

• Prepare comments related to development compliance with the floodplain regulations, and prepare documents for issuing flood use permits

• Function as a subject matter expert by displaying a thorough and deep understanding of the department's functions.

• Communicate with the public, other county employees, contractors, and engineers to explain and administer development requirements and regulations

• Perform other duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• This position is eligible for hybrid flexibility after a brief training period

• Exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, or requires walking or standing to a significant degree

• Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software, and Hardware

Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), Web-based GIS tools, Tyler Enterprise Permitting and Licensing, and ArcGIS Pro.

Selection Procedure

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.