Residential Plans & Code Compliance Specialist

City of Cleveland; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Cleveland seeks a Residential Plan Examiner to review plans for one-, two-, and three-family dwellings to ensure compliance with the Cleveland Housing Code, Zoning Code, and Ohio Residential Code. The role requires holding or pursuing OBBS certifications and an Ohio driver’s license while maintaining professional registration (Architect/PE) if applicable.

Under the Commissioner of Construction Permitting, you will perform related duties and enforce building regulations, with duties

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• Requires a valid State of Ohio Driver's License.
• Must meet one of: Ohio registration as an Architect or Professional Engineer; five years of building design/construction experience; or completion of OBBS trainee program.

Responsibilities

• Examine residential construction documents for One-, Two-, and Three-Family Dwellings prior to construction for compliance with the Cleveland Housing Code, Cleveland Zoning Code, and Ohio Residential Code.
• Perform related duties enforcing building codes and maintaining certifications as required.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Ohio Driver's License

Ohio registration as Architect or Professional Engineer

Five years of experience in building design and construction

Residential Plan Examiner Trainee program (OBBS)

OBBS Residential Plan Examiner Certification

OBBS Residential Plan Examiner Interim Certification

OBBS Building Inspector Certification (full)

Job description

The City of Cleveland seeks a Residential Plan Examiner to review plans for one-, two-, and three-family dwellings to ensure compliance with the Cleveland Housing Code, Zoning Code, and Ohio Residential Code. The role requires holding or pursuing OBBS certifications and an Ohio driver’s license while maintaining professional registration (Architect/PE) if applicable.

Under the Commissioner of Construction Permitting, you will perform related duties and enforce building regulations, with duties