What are the responsibilities and job description for the Combination Plans Examiner position at City of Henderson?
*The 14-day in-house notice is incorporated in this job announcement.
This recruitment will remain open until filled, and may close without notice at any time after the initial 14 day period. Assessments will occur on an ongoing basis.
The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill one (1) vacancy within the series of Combination Plans Examiner in the Department of Building and Fire Safety/Development Services Center. The department will consider and may hire a candidate who is qualified at any level in the series. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to six (6) months or up to (1) year depending on current employment status**.
Under general supervision, reviews submitted building and structural plans and specifications for conformance to applicable building codes and regulations; and performs related duties as assigned.
The first review of applications will take place on Monday, June 29, 2026
** NOTE TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES:
• Pursuant to the Teamsters collective bargaining agreement, full-time non-probationary employees successfully completing the assessment process will be placed on an eligibility list to be used to fill vacancies in this classification for up to six (6) months.
• Probationary full-time, part-time, temporary employees, and external candidates who successfully complete the testing process will be placed on separate list(s), which may be used to fill vacancies for up to one (1) year. If the vacancy is not filled by full-time non-probationary employees, the separate list(s) may be utilized.
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Combination Plans Examiner
Combination Plans Examiner 1
Combination Plans Examiner 2
Combination Plans Examiner 3
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What does the City of Henderson offer?
- A four (4) day work week
- A robust benefits package, with more information found here, including a generous number of leave days and holidays
- The City of Henderson is part of the Nevada Public Employee Retirement Systems (NV PERS) and makes PERS contributions on the employee's behalf. More information pertaining to NV PERS can be found here, at the State of Nevada's PERS website.
- No state income tax or social security tax
- Currently, Teamster employees earn a Medical Benefit Allowance in the same amount as their monthly insurance premium, and as such, there is no cost for insurance coverage. Teamster employees also have access to the Teamsters Local 14 Family Wellness Centers, which offers plan members high-quality, confidential primary care services, access to certain prescription drugs, and lab work at no out-of-pocket cost to members and enrolled dependents. There are two Family Wellness Center locations, one in Henderson and one in the Northwest part of the valley.
- Typical working hours for this position will be Monday - Thursday from 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
- This position may be eligible for remote work up to two days per week; at least 50% of work time must be spent in-person onsite.
- Work schedules and remote work opportunities are subject to change.
- This option for remote work is only available for incumbents who have completed their probationary/qualifying period.
REQUIRED AT ALL LEVELS WITHIN THE COMBINATION PLANS EXAMINER SERIES
- Graduation from high school or the equivalent
- Must possess one (1) of the following at the time of application:
- Two (2) years of full-time experience as a Building or Fire Plans Examiner
- Four (4) years of full-time experience as a Building or Fire Inspector
- Registration as a Professional Architect by the Nevada State Board of Architecture, Interior Design and Residential Design (NSBAIDRD) or Professional Engineer by the Nevada Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (NVBPELS)
- Certification as a Building Plans Examiner by the International Code Council (ICC)
- Note: An equivalent combination of related education, experience, and training may be considered
- Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or “border state” driver’s license, as defined by NRS 483
- Employee will be expected to complete assigned training courses through the City of Henderson's learning management system
- All required licenses and certificates, as mandated by state and federal laws, or as required herein, must be obtained at incumbent’s expense
- Employee must maintain certificates and licenses for the position in good standing as a condition of continued employment
- Desirable: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a closely related field of study
- Note: Non-competitive upgrade to a higher-level Combination Plans Examiner classification may be considered as additional certifications (as determined by the City) are obtained
Combination Plans Examiner (Hourly Pay Range: $42.38 - $51.08) - No additional certification requirements
Combination Plans Examiner 1 (Hourly Pay Range: $43.23 - $52.11) - Must possess one (1) of the core certifications and one (1) of the supplemental certifications listed below
Combination Plans Examiner 2 (Hourly Pay Range: $44.10 - $53.15) - Must possess two (2) of the core certifications and two (2) of the supplemental certifications listed below
Combination Plans Examiner 3 (Hourly Pay Range: $44.98- $54.20) - Must possess all three (3) of the core certifications and all three (3) of the supplemental certifications listed below
Core Certifications:
International Code Council (ICC) / International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI) Electrical Plans Examiner
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) Mechanical Plans Examiner
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) Plumbing Plans Examiner
Supplemental Certifications:
International Code Council (ICC) Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner
International Code Council (ICC) Commercial Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner
International Code Council (ICC) Residential Energy Inspector/Plans ExaminerDOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Current International Code Council (ICC) Certificate as a Building Plans Examiner
3) Current Registration as a Professional Engineer or Architect (if applicable)
4) Current Core Certifications and/or Supplemental Certifications (if applicable)
*Please attach your certificates to the "Attachments" section of your application, click here for attachment instructions. Applicants with ICC certifications may attach screenshots from the website with complete certificate information.
ASSESSMENT DATES:
Additional assessments may take place as needed until the position is filled.
The first review of applications will take place on Monday, June 29, 2026. The assessments dates below are tentative dates.
Oral Board Interview (Weighted 100%) - Tuesday, July 7, 2026
(Best-Qualified Candidates)
Selection Interview - Wednesday, July 15, 2026
(Top Scoring Candidates)
All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.
The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above, for the first interview, and to be determined as needed. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada and/or available via Microsoft Teams to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.
The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.
The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above, for the first interview, and to be determined as needed. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada and/or available via Microsoft Teams to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.
Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.
Salary : $42 - $54