Coconino County, AZ
Term-Limited Plans Examiner- Community Development (1024)
Coconino County, AZ, Flagstaff, AZ, United States
Salary : $45,743.00 - $48,030.15 Annually
Location : Flagstaff, AZ
Job Type: Limited Appointment
Job Number: 0804279
Department: Community Development
Opening Date: 10/17/2024
Nature of Work
At Coconino County, public service matters. Our dedication to public service promotes a culture that elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration, and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations. As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.
Under general supervision performs work of considerable difficulty in reviewing proposed construction plans and specifications for residential and commercial projects; verifies compliance with applicable codes and ordinances; performs related work as assigned.
Please note: This position is limited term with an end date of June 30, 2025.
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,
Three 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. 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.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Considerable knowledge of:
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Employee Benefits
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.)
Location : Flagstaff, AZ
Job Type: Limited Appointment
Job Number: 0804279
Department: Community Development
Opening Date: 10/17/2024
Nature of Work
At Coconino County, public service matters. Our dedication to public service promotes a culture that elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration, and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations. As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.
Under general supervision performs work of considerable difficulty in reviewing proposed construction plans and specifications for residential and commercial projects; verifies compliance with applicable codes and ordinances; performs related work as assigned.
Please note: This position is limited term with an end date of June 30, 2025.
Typical Duties
(Illustrative Only)
- Reviews and evaluates plans to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinance requirements
- Performs field inspections for complex commercial and residential construction 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
- May perform special inspections
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,
Three 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. 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.
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
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Employee Benefits
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