What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plans Reviewer position at Department of Buildings?
This position is located in the Department of Buildings (DOB), Office of Construction and Building Standards. The mission of DOB is to protect the safety of residents, businesses, and visitors, and advance the development of the built environment through permitting, inspections, and code enforcement. The incumbent is responsible for reviewing building permit applications, design plans and verify compliance with all District of Columbia Building Code thereby protecting the safety of residents, businesses, and visitors.
Assists with all facets of the DOB Permitting Program, including program development, maintenance, and plan review. Reviews project plans, drawings, specifications, and other construction documents for compliance, as applicable, with the District of Columbia Building Construction Codes, both manually and electronically. Conducts a technical review of building permit application drawings and supporting documents to ensure compliance with the District of Columbia Construction Codes.
Prepares reports for customers detailing any non-compliant building codes identified during plan reviews. Compiles and maintains weekly and monthly management reports on plan reviews, documenting customer interactions, including issues and solutions as well as a list of potential problem projects and any requested subject specific reports. Collaborates with colleagues and managers, as well as other relevant agencies within the District of Columbia Government, to assist customers in obtaining building permits.
Qualifications and Education
Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression
Licenses and Certifications
International Code Council (ICC) certification in one or more plan review disciplines. In lieu of ICC Certifications, five years of building code-based construction and appropriate ICC Certifications for assigned plan review disciplines attained within 18 months of date of hire.
The work is performed in a well-lighted, heated, and ventilated office setting.
Other Significant Facts
Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday 8:15am - 4:45pm
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-0301-12
Promotion Potential: None
Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is covered under a collective bargaining unit represented by AFGE 2725 and you may be required to pay an agency service fee through direct payroll deduction.
Position Designation: The incumbents of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC personnel regulations, Suitability. This position is designated as Security Sensitive.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.