Plans Examiner I (Open Until Filled)

Summary

Clallam County is seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled professional to join our team as a Plans Examiner I. This position performs technical review of architectural and structural plans for residential projects to ensure compliance with the Washington State Building Code and International Building Codes. The role includes interpreting applicable building, plumbing, mechanical, and environmental codes and providing guidance to architects, engineers, contractors, homeowners, and field inspectors.

Working under the direction of the Building Official, the Plans Examiner I applies developing expertise to review plans, interpret specifications, and compare them with construction in progress. This position is part of a career progression series, offering the opportunity to learn the full scope of plan review and assume increasingly complex responsibilities over time. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build effective working relationships with internal staff, industry professionals, and the public.

Typical Duties

• Examine and review construction plans for residential structures to verify compliance with all applicable building, plumbing, mechanical, and energy codes.
• Prepare and write comment letters to communicate deficiencies referencing applicable code sections. Communicate with project owners and design teams members as needed to resolve outstanding items.
• Visit construction sites to provide periodic inspections of foundations, framing, plumbing, mechanical, and energy conservation compliance with applicable regulations and the approved plans, and permit documents.
• Answer questions by email, telephone, or in the field regarding: code requirements for construction, structural, life safety, mechanical, plumbing, energy and other construction related questions.
• Operate computer equipment and software to perform plans reviews, generate comment letters, maintain inspection records and notices.
• Maintain knowledge and expertise in construction codes, materials, and techniques.
• Use principles of good customer service, establish, and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with co-workers, applicants, contractors, and design teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to being assigned to work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, equalize work periods, or balance the workload.

Education, Training, & Experience

Requires knowledge of the field of assignment sufficient to perform thoroughly and accurately the full scope of responsibility as illustrated by examples in the above job description

Education
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade (High School Diploma or GED).

Experience

• Possession of a Residential Building Inspector certification from International Code Council (ICC) or equivalent is required. Must have the ability to acquire additional ICC certifications.
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years experience performing building inspections.
• Experience or demonstrated training in the building trades, construction, or a related field
• Proficient regulatory knowledge in all aspects of construction including building structural and life safety, energy conservation, mechanical, and plumbing.
• Must have valid driver’s license and good driving history.

• ICC certifications for Residential Building Inspector and Residential Plans Examiner within the first year of hire.
• A college degree in architecture or engineering may substitute for Residential Building Inspector and Residential Plans Examiner certifications.

At Clallam County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Clallam County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.

County Paid Benefits Include:

• Medical - Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental - Delta Dental of Washington
• Vision - Northwest Benefit Network
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• HRA Veba (select positions)
• Life and disability insurance (select positions)
• Wellness Benefit Program
• Infant at Work Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Transportation Program/Transit Pass
• Training and Career Development Program

Retirement:

• Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.
• Sheriff's Office Employees are covered under LEOFF2 and PSERS.

Deferred Compensation:

• Deferred Compensation Program 457(b) - Tax Deferred Savings Program
• Deferred Compensation Program 401(a) - Tax Deferred Savings Program

Vacation:

Generous Vacation and Paid Sick Leave

• 11 Paid Holidays Annually
  • New Year's Day
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
  • Presidents' Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Juneteenth Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Veteran's Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • day following Thanksgiving
  • Christmas Day
• 4 Personal Days (32 hours floating holiday)
• Employment Vacation Donation Program
• Vacation Leave Accrual (Unless otherwise provided by contract, all regular full-time employees shall accrue vacation leave monthly based upon the following schedule):
  • 0-48 months = 8 hours per month
  • 49-108 months = 10 hours per month
  • 109-168 months = 12 hours per month
  • 169-204 months = 14 hours per month
  • Over 204 months = 16.67 hours per month

Sick Leave:

• Full-time employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 8 hours per month. Eligibility for use of sick leave is established after one month of continuous employment.

**Part-time employee's benefit contributions and leave accruals are prorated.

NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Clallam County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. Please contact Human Resources at 360.417.2402 if further clarification is needed.