Building Housing, and Zoning Plan Reviewer I-IV

DEPARTMENT: DEVELOPMENT, REVIEW & PERMITTING

JOB TITLE: BUILDING HOUSING & ZONING PLAN REVIEWER I
COMPENSATION: GRADE 17/STEP 1 $25.97 HOURLY / $54,018 ANNUALLY -

GRADE 17/STEP 5 $28.34 HOURLY / $58,947 ANNUALLY *

JOB TITLE: BUILDING HOUSING & ZONING PLAN REVIEWER II
COMPENSATION: GRADE 19/STEP 1 $28.30 HOURLY / $58,864 ANNUALLY -

GRADE 19/STEP 5 $30.93 HOURLY / $64,334 ANNUALLY *

JOB TITLE: BUILDING HOUSING & ZONING PLAN REVIEWER III
COMPENSATION: GRADE 20/STEP 1 $29.59 HOURLY / $61,547 ANNUALLY -
GRADE 20/STEP 5 $32.31 HOURLY / $67,205 ANNUALLY *

JOB TITLE: BUILDING HOUSING & ZONING PLAN REVIEWER IV
COMPENSATION: GRADE 21/STEP 1 $30.90 HOURLY / $64,272 ANNUALLY -

GRADE 21/STEP 5 $33.79 HOURLY / $70,283 ANNUALLY *
*SALARY IS BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS AND SALARY MAY BE HIGHER BASED ON EXPERIENCE

WORK LOCATION: WORCESTER COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER, ONE W. MARKET ST. SNOW HILL, MD

WORK SCHEDULE: 8:00AM TO 4:30PM, MONDAY TO FRIDAY

APPLICATION PERIOD: UNTIL FILLED

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BUILDING HOUSING & ZONING PLAN REVIEWER I

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Performs residential plan reviews of land and structures to be compliant with County Zoning ordinances, Building

codes, FEMA regulations, NFPA, Rental Housing code, and nuisance ordinance, ADA regulations, and any other
applicable laws

• Manages assigned areas and projects for compliance as determined by the Building Administrator
• Issues warnings, correction notices, stop work orders and civil infractions
• Maintains accurate and complete records
• Testifies in court on zoning, planning, building, permitting, inspections, and land development matters as required
• Cross-trains and backs up other staff as needed
• Completes assigned tasks accurately and by established deadlines
• Establishes and maintains harmonious working relationships with co-workers, elected or appointed officials, and the

work harmoniously with coworkers, officials, other government agencies, and the public using tact and discretion,
exercise initiative, resourcefulness, professionalism, and sound judgment

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with interruptions
• Must be self-starter that takes initiative and has a sense of urgency
• Ability to work independently and effectively with limited supervision
• Ability to perform work correctly, accurately, and consistently while meeting deadlines timely
• Ability to respond to inquiries and complaints in a supportive manner that promotes a positive resolution; willingness

to assume responsibility regardless of the source or nature of the issue and motivate others to provide superior
customer service to employees and citizens

• Ability to define problems, collect information, objectively establish facts and draw valid conclusions necessary for

• Ability to compose confidential and non-confidential correspondence and maintain the highest confidentiality
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions; keep records and logs; complete written forms accurately

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BUILDING HOUSING & ZONING PLAN REVIEWER II

• The job duties and responsibilities and the qualification and skills for the BHZ Plan Reviewer I
• Must have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in architectural and/or engineering design, construction

management, journey level work in construction, code enforcement/building inspection/plan review, or a combination
of education and experience

• Must possess current IRC Building Inspector Certification
  

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BUILDING HOUSING & ZONING PLAN REVIEWER III

• The job duties and responsibilities for the BHZ Plan Reviewer II, along with performing review of commercial plans

for compliance with the above regulations and represents the division on the Technical Review Committee as
assigned by the Building Administrator

• The qualification and skills listed above for the BHZ Plan Reviewer II.
• Must possess associate’s degree in civil engineering, architecture, construction technology or a related field with a

seven (7) or more years of work experience in one of the above-related fields, four (4) of which must be in inspection
and code enforcement

• Ten (10) or more years of work experience in one of the above-related fields with a minimum of four (4) years of

• Must possess current IRC Building Inspector, IBC Building Inspector and IBC Plan Reviewer Certifications
  

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BUILDING HOUSING & ZONING PLAN REVIEWER IV

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Directs the enforcement of applicable Federal, State and County codes and regulations relating to building

construction, floodplain management, rental housing, nuisances, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and
supervises contractual arrangements for other regulatory codes, including electrical

• Assists plan reviewers and inspectors in their enforcement of all regulatory codes assigned to the Building Division
• Organizes training opportunities for Building Division staff to meet continuing education requirements
• Performs review of plans for compliance with the above regulations and represents the division on the Technical

FEMA regulations, NFPA, rental housing code, and nuisance ordinance, ADA regulations, and any other
applicable laws

• Visits properties on a pre-established routine basis as well as special incidental basis to observe structures, and

• Assists inspectors in solving problems with contractors and builders
• Testifies in court and before boards and commissions in cases involving builders and inspectors and, particularly, in

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
• Must possess associate’s degree in civil engineering, architecture, construction technology or a related field with ten

(10 or more years of work experience in one of the above-related fields, six (6) of which must be in inspection and
code enforcement.

• Twelve (12) or more years of work experience in one of the above-related fields with a minimum of six (6) years of

• IRC and IBC Building Inspector, Plan Reviewer and Building Code Official Certifications are required.
• Successful completion of the FEMA Coastal construction course within the first twelve months of employment

work harmoniously with coworkers, officials, other government agencies, and the public using tact and discretion,
exercise initiative, resourcefulness, professionalism, and sound judgment

• Willingness to assume responsibility and motivate others
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with interruptions
• Must be self-starter that takes initiative and has a sense of urgency
• Ability to work independently and effectively with limited supervision
• Ability to perform work correctly, accurately, and consistently while meeting deadlines timely

• Ability to respond to inquiries and complaints in a supportive manner that promotes a positive resolution; willingness

• Ability to define problems, collect information, objectively establish facts and draw valid conclusions necessary for

• Ability to compose confidential and non-confidential correspondence and maintain the highest confidentiality
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions; keep records and logs; complete written forms accurately

SAFETY ANALYSIS:
(Rarely (<5% of the time), Occasional (5-25% of the time), Frequent (25-75% of the time); Constant (<75% of the time)
The work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Light Work: Constant viewing, hearing, talking, sitting, standing;
Frequent walking and pushing, pulling, lifting and moving of objects up to 10lbs; Rarely up to 25lbs. Known hazards
include risks associated with heat, humidity, noise, poor ventilation, slippery and uneven surfaces.

Worcester County Government Benefits Information

Worcester County Government offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, including
medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, holidays, retirement plans, and much more! To
learn more details about our full range of benefits, please view our Benefits Guide at
Worcester_Guide_2025.pdf.

Paid Time Off

Full time employees can accrue up to 248 hours of paid time off in the first year of employment
starting on the first full pay period. This includes up to 80 hours of vacation, up to 120 hours of sick,
and up to 48 hours of personal leave. The accrual for vacation increases after 6 years and 11 years.
Unused vacation and sick leave can be rolled over annually as outlined in the policy details. Full
time employees are granted 15 paid holidays in calendar year 2026.

Medical Benefits

Full time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account(s), and
AFLAC voluntary plans on the first day of the month after date of hire. Please visit our on-line
Benefits Guide at the link above for additional details about the plans, co-pays, and premiums.

Full time employees are eligible for county paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance on
the first day of the month following six months of employment.

Retirement

All employees budgeted for 500 hours, or more will automatically participate in Maryland State
Retirement effective on the date of hire, if not already retired from a Maryland State Retirement
system. All employees are eligible to participate in a deferred compensation plan that offers pre-tax
and ROTH contribution options. The county provides a $1 for $1 match of employee’s contributions
up to a maximum of $1,500 per fiscal year as outlined in the plan documents.

Part Time Employees

Part time employees are eligible to participate in the deferred compensation plan on the first day of
the month after date of hire. Part time employees are eligible to earn 1 hour for every 30 hours
worked of sick leave (up to 64 hours). Sick leave can be taken after a 106-day waiting period.

Extras for All Employees

All employees are eligible to use the Fitness Room at the Worcester County Recreation Center at no
cost. All employees have access to an Employee Assistance Program that provides telephone
consultations and up to 3 face-to-face visits per year. All employees are eligible for SECU credit
union membership.

For more information, please view our Benefits Guide at Worcester_Guide_2025.pdf or call
Human Resources at 410-632-0090.