What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Plan Review Supervisor position at Cobb County Government?
Position Information
The purpose of this classification is to supervise the day-to-day operations and staff involved in reviewing building construction plans and issuing related permits.
Essential Functions
Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work: develops and monitors work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; and provides progress and activity reports to the Division Manager and other County administrators as requested.
Supervises the receipt, review, and analysis and receives, reviews, and analyzes routine and complex building site and construction plans and architectural drawings submitted for permit to determine compliance with appropriate codes and ordinances: reviews and analyzes code compliance of mechanical systems, electrical systems, fire suppression systems, and gas/fuel installations, and related systems; receives applications and coordinates plan reviews for small additions, minor alterations, and repairs or existing structures; approves or rejects construction plans as appropriate; calculates development fees; and forwards permits and approved plans to contractors.
Supervises the issuance of and issues permits for approved building permit applications and Certificates of Occupancies; maintains daily logs of work activities: prepares and scans files; enters information into database; monitors permitting deadlines; and notifies permit holder of renewal requirements.
Provides information and technical assistance concerning code requirements: discusses problem areas with property owners and contractors; makes safety suggestions and recommends solutions to problems; and responds to questions or complaints concerning building codes or code violations.
Interprets, administers and enforces the provisions of applicable local, state, and federal building and development codes: researches code-related issues in code books as needed; and initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
Oversees the maintenance of records of all plans review activities: ensures the preparation, submittal, and filing of inspection reports, permits, building plans, and other relevant documents.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate Degree in Building Technology, Construction Management, or related field required; supplemented by five years of progressively responsible experience in structural plan review; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess certification from International Code Council as a Plans Examiner within six months of hire.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.
01
I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
Educational Background: Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
06
How many years of experience do you have supervising day to day operations involving reviewing building constructions plans and issuing related permits?
Please describe your experience supervising day to day operations involving reviewing building constructions plans and issuing related permits. Enter N/A if not applicable.
08
How many years of experience do you have providing information and technical assistance concerning code requirements?
Please describe your experience providing information and technical assistance concerning code requirements. Enter N/A if not applicable.
10
Do you agree to obtain the certification from International Code Council as a Plans Examiner within six months of hire?
Do you have a current and valid driver's license?
If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements: a criminal background check and a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?
The purpose of this classification is to supervise the day-to-day operations and staff involved in reviewing building construction plans and issuing related permits.
Essential Functions
Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work: develops and monitors work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; and provides progress and activity reports to the Division Manager and other County administrators as requested.
Supervises the receipt, review, and analysis and receives, reviews, and analyzes routine and complex building site and construction plans and architectural drawings submitted for permit to determine compliance with appropriate codes and ordinances: reviews and analyzes code compliance of mechanical systems, electrical systems, fire suppression systems, and gas/fuel installations, and related systems; receives applications and coordinates plan reviews for small additions, minor alterations, and repairs or existing structures; approves or rejects construction plans as appropriate; calculates development fees; and forwards permits and approved plans to contractors.
Supervises the issuance of and issues permits for approved building permit applications and Certificates of Occupancies; maintains daily logs of work activities: prepares and scans files; enters information into database; monitors permitting deadlines; and notifies permit holder of renewal requirements.
Provides information and technical assistance concerning code requirements: discusses problem areas with property owners and contractors; makes safety suggestions and recommends solutions to problems; and responds to questions or complaints concerning building codes or code violations.
Interprets, administers and enforces the provisions of applicable local, state, and federal building and development codes: researches code-related issues in code books as needed; and initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
Oversees the maintenance of records of all plans review activities: ensures the preparation, submittal, and filing of inspection reports, permits, building plans, and other relevant documents.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate Degree in Building Technology, Construction Management, or related field required; supplemented by five years of progressively responsible experience in structural plan review; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess certification from International Code Council as a Plans Examiner within six months of hire.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.
01
I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
- Yes
- No
I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
- Yes
- No
Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
- Yes
- No
Educational Background: Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Advanced Degree
- None of the above
If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
06
How many years of experience do you have supervising day to day operations involving reviewing building constructions plans and issuing related permits?
- No experience
- Less than five years of experience
- Five to seven years of experience
- Seven or mor years of experience
Please describe your experience supervising day to day operations involving reviewing building constructions plans and issuing related permits. Enter N/A if not applicable.
08
How many years of experience do you have providing information and technical assistance concerning code requirements?
- No experience
- Less than five years of experience
- Five to seven years of experience
- Seven or more years of experience
Please describe your experience providing information and technical assistance concerning code requirements. Enter N/A if not applicable.
10
Do you agree to obtain the certification from International Code Council as a Plans Examiner within six months of hire?
- Yes, I AGREE to obtain the certification withing six months of hire.
- No, I DO NOT AGREE to obtain the certification within six months of hire.
Do you have a current and valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements: a criminal background check and a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?
- Yes
- No
- Required Question
