Senior Plans Examiner

LOCATION: City of Pasco, WA (on-site)

SALARY: $55.43 – $66.43 Hourly / $115,294.40 – $138,174.40 Annually, depending on qualifications

INCENTIVES: $5,000 Sign-on Bonus for highly qualified candidates

JOB TYPE: Regular/Full-Time

UNION STATUS: Non-union

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled - applications will be reviewed in the order they are received.

Are you ready to take the lead in ensuring the structural safety and code compliance of a growing and dynamic community? Consider joining the City of Pasco team as a Senior Plans Examiner! Click here to apply today!

The Role

The Senior Plans Examiner performs advanced-level plan reviews for both commercial and residential projects, ensuring compliance with structural, mechanical, energy, and accessibility codes prior to the issuance of permits. This position acts as a technical expert and lead resource within the building division, supporting plan review staff and interfacing with developers, architects, engineers, and other City departments. The role also involves developing process improvements, resolving code interpretation issues, and mentoring team members.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced code professional with leadership experience to make a positive impact on the development and safety of the Pasco community.

Additional job functions may vary due to department or City needs/requirements. Assignments may include but are not limited to:

• Conducts comprehensive reviews of complex building plans, specifications, and engineering calculations to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations, including structural, mechanical, energy, and accessibility standards.
• Provides leadership, technical guidance, and mentoring to Plans Examiners and building division staff; reviews the work of peers for quality assurance.
• Serves as the lead liaison for escalated or complex code interpretation issues between developers, architects, engineers, and City departments.
• Develops and implements improvements to permit review processes and performance metrics to support timely service delivery.
• Coordinates and collaborates with departments including Planning, Public Works, Engineering, Fire, and outside agencies to resolve project challenges and promote interdepartmental alignment.
• Performs site visits or field inspections as needed for verification of plan compliance or to support inspection staff with complex or disputed field conditions.
• Prepares technical reports and recommendations; assists in enforcement cases, code updates, and public outreach or training efforts.
• May act in the capacity of the Building Official in their absence.
  
  

Other Job Functions

• Perform other related duties as assigned.
  
  

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the job.):

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in plan review or inspection, including three (3) years directly working with building code compliance
• At least one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience
• ICC Certified Plans Examiner upon hire
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field
• Public sector or municipal experience
• ICC certifications in additional disciplines (e.g., Building Inspector, Mechanical, Energy)
• Professional certification or license as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA)
  
  

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE: The City offers a full benefits package for the employee and all eligible dependents covered at low premiums including:

• Medical coverage available at tiered monthly rates based on plan selection and coverage level. Dental coverage is available at $11.59/month and vision coverage at $6.54/month.
• Basic life insurance paid for by the City and employee sponsored supplemental life insurance
• 12 days of vacation during the 1st year of employment and 12 days of sick leave which are available for use upon accrual
• 10 holidays, plus each employee receives 1 floating holiday each year
• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS), which offers a guaranteed monthly benefit once vesting criteria has been met
• In addition to DRS, employees may also contribute to a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, that offers a pre-tax contribution of 4% from the City
• Other benefits offered: Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Plan, Long-Term Disability, Aflac, and Flexible Schedule (per department approval)
  
  

Safety/Work Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in an office setting with frequent handling of plans and technical documents.
• Occasional field site visits requiring physical mobility and lifting up to 20 pounds.
  
  

If you're seeking a fulfilling career that allows you to contribute to a thriving community and grow both personally and professionally, the City of Pasco is the place for you.

Join us in shaping the future and making a real difference - APPLY HERE

For questions regarding this opportunity, contact HR at (509) 545-3408 or email HR@pasco.gov.

• The City of Pasco is committed to supporting diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
• If your experience does not exactly match each and every qualification, apply anyways! You may be exactly what we are looking for!