What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plans Examiner - Community Development (1026) position at Coconino County Sheriff's Office (Patrol)?
Nature of Work
Under general supervision, reviews residential and commercial construction plans for compliance with adopted building codes, local ordinances, and applicable regulations. Works collaboratively with architects, engineers, contractors, developers, and the public to facilitate efficient permit review while ensuring public health, safety, and welfare. This position offers opportunities for professional development through ICC certification and participation in code interpretation and process improvement.
The Mission of the Department of Community Development is to provide excellence in development related services for the Public so they can enjoy a high quality of life including well designed neighborhoods, safe housing, and the protection of the natural environment.
Typical Duties
(Illustrative Only)
Minimum Qualifications
Associate degree in construction management, engineering, computer design or a related field and two years working with plans, building, construction, inspection or plan review experience OR, any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Additional Requirements
Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain throughout employment. Final job offer will be contingent upon a satisfactory 5-year Arizona Motor Vehicle Report.
Must obtain ICC Certification as Residential Plans Examiner within 1 year of hire.
Must obtain ICC Certification as Commercial Plans Examiner within 1 year of hire.
This is a safety sensitive position – driving.
Preferred Qualifications
Degree in architecture or drafting.
Experience in architecture or drafting.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Considerable knowledge of:
Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:
(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)
Under general supervision, reviews residential and commercial construction plans for compliance with adopted building codes, local ordinances, and applicable regulations. Works collaboratively with architects, engineers, contractors, developers, and the public to facilitate efficient permit review while ensuring public health, safety, and welfare. This position offers opportunities for professional development through ICC certification and participation in code interpretation and process improvement.
The Mission of the Department of Community Development is to provide excellence in development related services for the Public so they can enjoy a high quality of life including well designed neighborhoods, safe housing, and the protection of the natural environment.
Typical Duties
(Illustrative Only)
- Reviews and evaluates plans to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinance requirements
- Performs field inspections as necessary to resolve plan review questions or assist with complex commercial and residential projects.
- Communicates with customers to provide information in matters relating to construction and code requirements
- Suggests plan modifications to allow conformity to codes
- Attends pre-construction meetings
- Issues permits and calculates fees
- Performs research regarding alternate building methods
- Makes recommendations for amendments to local building code
- Prepares and maintains records and reports
- Participates in an open forum and makes suggestions on the interpretations of the building codes
- Reviews and interprets manufacture's specifications and evaluation reports
Minimum Qualifications
Associate degree in construction management, engineering, computer design or a related field and two years working with plans, building, construction, inspection or plan review experience OR, any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Additional Requirements
Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain throughout employment. Final job offer will be contingent upon a satisfactory 5-year Arizona Motor Vehicle Report.
Must obtain ICC Certification as Residential Plans Examiner within 1 year of hire.
Must obtain ICC Certification as Commercial Plans Examiner within 1 year of hire.
This is a safety sensitive position – driving.
Preferred Qualifications
Degree in architecture or drafting.
Experience in architecture or drafting.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Considerable knowledge of:
- Applicable codes and standards
- Materials and methods of residential and commercial construction
- Engineering practices and techniques
- Plan Review Software
- Permitting Software
- Computer Operating Programs
- Plan evaluation and review
- Communicating technical information
- Performing research
- Understand and interpret architectural and engineering plans
- Accurately evaluate construction plans for conformity to codes
- Analyze complex structural calculations
- Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public
- Follow written and verbal instructions
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:
(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)
- Vacation/Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 10 Holidays Per Year
- Health Care Insurance
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Group Life Insurance
- Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
- Sick Leave Conversion Plan
- Personal Day Purchase Program
- Vacation Sell Back Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Wellness Program
- Long-Term Disability
- Arizona State Retirement System
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-going Training Opportunities
- Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass
- Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Tax-deferred investment program
- Accidental and Disability Insurance
- Short Term Disability