What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plans Examiner I position at Jefferson County?
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Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
05/05/26
Division:
Building Safety Division
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.
Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
The Plans Examineris responsible forreviewing,examiningand analyzing plans and specifications of residential construction documents to ensure compliance with adopted building codes, state laws, and Jefferson County. The Plans Examiner must provide efficient and effective communication with customers, contractors, and design professionalregardingcounty permitting process and procedures as well as plan deficiencies andpermitapproval or denial. Frequently collaborates with other county departments on development andpermittingissues. This position documents andmaintainsrelated records and reports, calculates relatedpermitfeesand occasionally performs on-site inspections whenrequired.
SCHEDULE:
The role typically operates on a hybrid schedule, working 4, 10 hour shifts.
COMPENSATION:
Plans Examiner I-Total Base Pay Range:31.44 - 39.30 - 47.15 USD Hourly
BENEFITS:
Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, includinga starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; remote work options; and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience:Two or more years relatedexperience
Education:High School Diploma or GED
License/Certifications:
*Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
Preferred knowledge,skillsand abilities:
Additional Job Information:
Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. Forassistancewith applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact [email protected] . This contactis for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.
APPLICATION:
Qualified applicants are encouraged to applyimmediately. All applicants mustsubmitan online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities
A resume and cover lettersubmittedwith your application are encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application, please log into your candidate portal .
For more details on the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs
Questions?Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or [email protected]
Education:
GED, High School Diploma
Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum two years
Certifications:
Languages:
Category:
Engineering & Construction Services
Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
05/05/26
Division:
Building Safety Division
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.
Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
The Plans Examineris responsible forreviewing,examiningand analyzing plans and specifications of residential construction documents to ensure compliance with adopted building codes, state laws, and Jefferson County. The Plans Examiner must provide efficient and effective communication with customers, contractors, and design professionalregardingcounty permitting process and procedures as well as plan deficiencies andpermitapproval or denial. Frequently collaborates with other county departments on development andpermittingissues. This position documents andmaintainsrelated records and reports, calculates relatedpermitfeesand occasionally performs on-site inspections whenrequired.
SCHEDULE:
The role typically operates on a hybrid schedule, working 4, 10 hour shifts.
COMPENSATION:
Plans Examiner I-Total Base Pay Range:31.44 - 39.30 - 47.15 USD Hourly
BENEFITS:
Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, includinga starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; remote work options; and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Reviewsubmittedresidential plans to ensure they meet the required design criteria through use of calculations and a complete code compliance review.
- Assistcustomers in understanding the processes and procedures of building permits including the interconnection of all applicable State, local and national regulations.
- Use computer programs and systems that interface with general office equipment and procedures.Perform digital plan reviews using Bluebeam.
- Coordinate work with other staff members in the department and in other county departments.
- If qualified, may perform field inspections. Evaluate project for code compliance and determineappropriate action. Other duties as assigned.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience:Two or more years relatedexperience
Education:High School Diploma or GED
License/Certifications:
- Residential Plans Examiner,
- Building PlansExaminer
- or equivalent legacy certifications.
*Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
Preferred knowledge,skillsand abilities:
- International Code Council (ICC) Certifications, including:
- Residential Plans Examiner
- Building Plans Examiner
- or equivalent legacy certifications
- Technical Reviews
- Blueprints
- Construction
- Inspection Plans
- Regulatory Compliance
- Building Codes
- Construction Documentations
- Plan Review
Additional Job Information:
- Criminal History and MVR Background Checks arerequiredfor every position.
- A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle shall have a Colorado Driver’s license within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.
- Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.
- In any materials yousubmit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
- All Jefferson County Employees must apply through their internal profile.
Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. Forassistancewith applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact [email protected] . This contactis for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.
APPLICATION:
Qualified applicants are encouraged to applyimmediately. All applicants mustsubmitan online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities
A resume and cover lettersubmittedwith your application are encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application, please log into your candidate portal .
For more details on the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs
Questions?Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or [email protected]
Education:
GED, High School Diploma
Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum two years
Certifications:
Languages:
Category:
Engineering & Construction Services