Plans Examiner, II ID - 16253
Job Summary
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The City of Salem Building and Safety Division is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Plans Examiner II to join our team! As a Plans Examiner II you will play a crucial role in reviewing and assessing architectural plans and construction documents to ensure compliance with state building codes, regulations, and standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the safe and efficient development of structures within our community. Your expertise will directly impact the safety, functionality, and development of structures within our community. If you're passionate about ensuring the quality and safety of construction, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the future of our city.
Learn And Grow
We value our employees and provide opportunities for career development. The ideal candidate will be an adaptable and motivated individual eager to grow within the department while contributing to a collaborative and dynamic work environment.
What You Will Do
The Plans Examiner II provides all electronic plan review of building plans with modern computer-aided technology while meeting BSD guarantees and goals. The successful candidate will counsel customers on appropriate permits, building code requirements, plan review submittal requirements, enter accurate data into computer records, and calculate fees. The Plans Examiner II will also respond to inquiries from the public and other city departments.
The ideal candidate for this position is an experienced plan reviewer with a strong focus on customer service and effective communication. The successful candidate will possess the ability to work independently, meet daily plan review timelines, and handle a variety of responsibilities, including assisting walk-in customers. Strong interpersonal skills are essential for collaborating with team members and interacting with the public to ensure a positive and efficient experience. This role requires someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
This position will be expected to work full-time in office until it has been determined by their supervisor that they are capable of working from home. A work-from-home hybrid program is available to most employees that have demonstrated sufficient training to work independently.
This job posting will close when we have filled the position which may be sooner than the closing date. We will be reviewing applications every Tuesday.
Additional Information On Job Responsibilities
- Review plans and specifications for all building and related structural construction or alteration for compliance with municipal codes, engineering standards, and material specifications, and recommend changes to meet code standards.
- Conduct field inspections and re-inspections of buildings during the course of construction, alteration, or repair for conformance with code requirements.
- Complete inspection forms, prepare letters and notices of correction for remedy of deficiencies.
- Investigate complaints of code violations.
- Respond to inquiries from the public.
- Perform research activities and prepare reports as directed
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What can we offer you for all your hard work?
- 5% Bilingual incentive for qualifying candidate.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
- Paid vacation and sick time in accordance with City policies.
- Competitive pay.
- Employer-paid PERS contribution of 6%.
- Opportunity for voluntary pre-tax contributions to a 457b account.
- Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
- Voluntary long-term care.
- Employee wellness program.
- Employee assistance program.
- Employee health clinic.
- Earn $3.03 - $9.08/hr. increase pay with qualifying certifications.
- Position schedule is Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Our team follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office 555 Liberty St SE, as needed, based on demands of specific tasks and manager approval. This is subject to change based on business needs.
The City of Salem offers a comprehensive and equitable base salary within the listed range based on your experience, skills, and education. We encourage you to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Learn more about Equal Pay .
What are the minimum qualifications?
- Must pass pre-employment background check.
- Must have an Oregon Drive license and meet the City of Salem’s driving standards.
- High school diploma or GED, supplemented by college level courses in engineering or architecture, and five years of experience as a building contractor, architect, or structural engineer, or any combination of experience and training that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities as listed, and ability to perform the essential job functions.
- State of Oregon Inspector (OIC) Certification
- State of Oregon Residential Plans Examiner (CAX) Certification
- State of Oregon Mechanical Inspector A-Level (MIA) Certification
- State of Oregon Residential Mechanical Inspector (CAM) Certification
- State of Oregon Structural Plans Examiner A-Level (PEA) Certification
- State of Oregon Fire and Life Safety Plans Examiner (PEF) Certification
- Hiring managers do not have access to view resumes as part of the application review process, please make sure to give detailed information in your application that includes your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as requested in the supplemental questions and job advertisement.
About Us
Salem is the second largest city in Oregon and the capital city. Centrally located in the Willamette Valley, Salem is 49 square miles in size and extends across to counties, Marion and Polk. The community has well-established neighborhoods and carefully preserved historic buildings with wide diversity and a family-friendly ambiance. The city is home to nearly 180,000 residents. For a full community profile detailing demographics and housing statistics, visit the City of Salem website.
The City of Salem organization has eight primary departments: Community Services, Finance, Fire, Enterprise Services, Legal, Police, Public Works, and Community Planning and Development. Several departments also have functional divisions within their department. The City of Salem employs roughly 1,350 talented and dedicated staff members and works collaboratively with five labor unions.
Where can I find out more about the position?
Go to the menu option for Class Specifications and search for Plans Examiner II .
How can I apply?
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