What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plans Examiner II (Building Plan Review) position at City of Chesapeake?
Working Title of Vacant PositionPlans Examiner II (Building Plan Review)
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: DEVELOPMENT AND PERMIT
Division: DEV & PERM NEIGHB SVC
Requisition Number: 2025226
Number of hours worked per week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. | Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary: Starting Range: $60,143 – $79,690
Depending on skills and experience.
Job Description: The City’s Development & Permits Department is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Plans Examiner II to join our Building Plan Review team. This role is ideal for a code-savvy professional who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and is committed to ensuring safe and compliant construction practices.
Key Responsibilities include:
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Required Qualifications: VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, architecture, or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES:
Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. Special skills or equipment certification will be required such as State Plans Examiner (residential & commercial) Building Inspector, Fire Protection Plans Reviewer, Zoning Administrator, Permit Technician, and others as determined by Department needs.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications: ICC or State certification as a Building Plans Examiner and Residential Plans Examiner is preferred.
Prior experience reviewing commercial construction plans for compliance with applicable codes and regulations is also preferred.
Job Open Date: 06/26/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: DEVELOPMENT AND PERMIT
Division: DEV & PERM NEIGHB SVC
Requisition Number: 2025226
Number of hours worked per week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. | Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary: Starting Range: $60,143 – $79,690
Depending on skills and experience.
Job Description: The City’s Development & Permits Department is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Plans Examiner II to join our Building Plan Review team. This role is ideal for a code-savvy professional who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and is committed to ensuring safe and compliant construction practices.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Review residential and commercial building and site plans for compliance with building codes, accessibility standards, city ordinances, and other relevant laws and regulations.
- Interpret and apply a wide range of construction codes and permitting requirements.
- Utilize permitting software systems and tools, including Accela, Mainframe, GIS, Outlook, Adobe Pro, and other databases.
- Draft clear and professional correspondence, including review letters, emails, and voice messages.
- Communicate code requirements and plan review outcomes to contractors, design professionals, property owners, and the general public.
- Deliver high-quality customer service and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Manage multiple plan review projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to other staff members as needed.
- Complete all state-required training and achieve applicable certifications within 18 months of hire.
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Required Qualifications: VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, architecture, or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES:
Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. Special skills or equipment certification will be required such as State Plans Examiner (residential & commercial) Building Inspector, Fire Protection Plans Reviewer, Zoning Administrator, Permit Technician, and others as determined by Department needs.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications: ICC or State certification as a Building Plans Examiner and Residential Plans Examiner is preferred.
Prior experience reviewing commercial construction plans for compliance with applicable codes and regulations is also preferred.
Job Open Date: 06/26/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Salary : $60,143 - $79,690
