Washington County offers a full compensation package that reflects how much we value our employees. Please take a look at what you can expect to earn as the Commercial Building Plans Examiner your first year as a full time Employee with Washington County Government:
- Sixty (60) Paid Personal Hours
- Eighty (80) Paid Vacation Hours
- Fourteen (14) Paid Holidays
- One Hundred & Twenty (120) Paid Sick Hours
- County and Employee funded Healthcare including Health, Prescription, Dental and Vision Coverage
- County Paid Employee Assistance Plan
- County Paid Life Insurance
- County Paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- County Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
- County Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
- Up to $2,500.00 Annual Tuition Reimbursement Assistance
- County and Employee funded Defined Pension Plan
- Vested in just five (5) years.
- Credit for Prior Active Military Service and Unused Paid Sick Days.
- An Annual minimum Salary of $70,013 starting..
If our Commercial Building Plans Examiner comprehensive compensation package interests you, please continue reading through our job posting to learn more about the position’s duties, responsibilities, prerequisites, etc. and apply online today.
JOB TITLE: | Commercial Building Plans Examiner | GRADE: | 14 |
DEPARTMENT: | Division of Permits and Inspections | FLSA STATUS: | Exempt |
REPORTS TO: | Deputy Code Official |
GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:
Responsible for reviewing both residential and non-residential construction documents for compliance with local building codes, ordinances, fire protection codes, and Maryland Accessibility requirements. Direct supervision is received from the Deputy Code Official. This position requires a high level of professionalism and customer service.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:
(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
- Review construction documents for residential and non-residential projects for compliance with state and local codes and ordinances, including written comments and responses.
- Answers questions and assists design professionals, architects, engineers and the general public by phone or in-person meetings with regards to code requirements and solutions to specific problems.
- Assists with the coordination of preliminary reviews of new residential and non-residential projects with other agencies.
- Participates in meetings and committees on an as needed basis.
- Enters plan review comments and approvals in permitting software system.
- Research, interprets and utilizes codes in response to applicants, architects, engineers, contractors and the general public.
- Participates in training sessions and attends CEU classes related to building codes.
- Reviews site plans for building code compliance.
- Reviews specifications and calculations and advises applicants on methods of compliance.
- Performs occasional site visits as necessary to ensure accuracy for plan review.
- Performs other duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Extensive knowledge of building, fire, ADA and local state and federal codes.
- Ability to read and evaluate plans and specifications.
- Ability to communicate building and site regulations to architects, engineers, and developers.
- Knowledge of structural principles and general building practices.
- Strong and effective written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction or other relevant programs (preferred).
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in building plan review as a plans examiner (required).
- ICC Commercial Plan Review Certification (required)
- ICC Residential Plan Review Certification (required)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, and copier. Some standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
Rev: 11/24
**Internal Employees** are required to use an Internal Application (including resume) when applying or use the link below:
https://www.washco-md.net/internal-jobs/
Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals requiring special accommodations or assistance are requested to contact the Human Resources Department at 240-313-2350, Voice or TDD (D/HH use 711) M/F/H/V.
DEADLINE FOR FILING APPLICATIONS WITH HUMAN RESOURCES:
OPEN UNTIL FILLED