Salary: $38.70 - $46.48 Hourly
Location : Des Moines, IA
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 6720-05-2024
Department: Development Services
Division: DS042044 - DS Permit and Development Center
Opening Date: 04/30/2024
Closing Date: 5/29/2024 4:00 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: MEA
Occupational Group: Civil Service
Location of Vacancy: Des Moines
Recruitment: Entrance
Selection Method: An education and experience review will be completed on all qualified applicants. Applicants deemed most qualified based on qualifications may be scheduled for an oral examination. Qualified applicants who need a reasonable accommodation must inform this office at (515) 283-4213 or TTY at Iowa Relay at 711 or 1-800-735-2942 prior to deadline.
Distinguishing Features of the Class
Under supervision, to conduct and coordinate the review of building plans for compliance with building code requirements and related regulations.
The City of Des Moines promotes a healthy work life balance and offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Residency Incentive Program
• Alternative Work Schedule Options
• Paid Volunteer Time-Off
• Parental Leave
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Health/Dental/Life/LTD Insurance
• Wellness Programs and Activities
• Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Education Programs
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Benefit
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan through IPERS
• Deferred Compensation Plan with City Match up to 2.5%
• Voluntary Insurance Benefit Options
• Employee Discount Program

Acceptable Experience and Training

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering, architecture, or closely related field; and
• Two years of experience in building design work with emphasis on structural design;
• Or any equivalent combination in which an additional two years of experience may substitute for one year of formal education.

Transcripts verifying degree conferred, if applicable, must be submitted to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department to receive credit. Please send electronically to humanresources@dmgov.org , by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317 by the application deadline
Required Special Qualifications

• Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer physical examination and drug screen.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Possession of a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
• Possession of a current Plans Examiner certificate issued by the International Code Council (ICC) within the first twenty-four months of employment.

Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)
•Reviews building plans, specifications, and structural calculations for compliance with building and fire safety codes;
•Consults with designers, contractors, and the general public regarding code applications and building construction methods and materials;
•Answers requests from citizens for information regarding code requirements;
•Keeps informed of new building construction methods and materials;
•Prepares reports pertaining to building code enforcement; may make recommendations for code changes;
•Assists in the issuance of building permits;
•Makes field inspections as required;
•Acts for supervisor in his/her absence or when directed;
•Performs related work as required.
01

Do you have a degree in engineering, architecture, or a closely related field? If yes, submittal of college transcripts showing course work taken is required by the application deadline. Please submit to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department; electronically to humanresources@dmgov.org, by fax to (515) 237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317.

• Yes and I understand college transcripts are required by the application deadline and I have attached my transcripts to my application.
• Yes and I understand college transcripts are required by the application deadline and I have requested my transcripts. I further understand that it is my responsibility to make sure the transcripts are received by the application deadline.
• I have not taken college course work and do not have college transcripts to provide.

02

Describe any professional experience you have in providing guidance and customer service to the public, including where this experience was obtained and duration of experience. If no experience, indicate "none".
03

Describe your professional work experience with building code review and inspection of commercial buildings, including where this experience was obtained and duration of experience. If no experience, indicate "none".
04

Describe any professional experience you have with designing commercial buildings, including where this experience was obtained and duration of experience. If no experience, indicate "none".
05

Describe any professional experience you have with managing commercial construction projects, including where this experience was obtained and duration of experience. If no experience, indicate "none".
06

List any applicable license(s) and/or certification(s) you may currently hold including architectural license, engineering license, or International Code Council (ICC) certification(s). If no licenses or certification, indicate "none".
07

I understand that I must obtain a certification as a Plans Examiner by the International Code Council (ICC) within 24 months of appointment. Failure to meet noted qualifications will result in termination of employment.

• I understand

Required Question