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SENIOR PLANS EXAMINER
Community Development Department
RECRUITMENT #18-S27-001
Salary: $74,346.90 - $99,625.76/year
INTRODUCTION
Are you a natural leader dedicated to playing an essential role on the City's innovative Building and Safety team? Do you have proven experience in building permit processing or plans review? The City of Ventura is accepting applications for a Senior Plans Examiner vacancy in the Community Development Department, and to establish a list for future Senior Plans Examiner vacancies. To be considered for this exciting career opportunity in Community Development, apply online at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time!
To learn more about the City's Building and Safety Division, visit https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/228/Building-Safety.
THE POSITION
Under general direction, performs complex plan reviews of building additions and alterations for compliance with building and local ordinance, state laws and other regulations; provides information to permit applicants concerning City building standards and regulations. Consults with contractors, engineers, architects, and the general public concerning the acceptability of drawings submitted for approval to build within the City. May act as the Construction Permit Supervisor in that position’s absence.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Is sensitive to the needs of citizens, business owners and contractors when enforcing regulations to gain compliance
Uses sound judgment in the interpretation of uniform codes and regulations
Has a calm demeanor and an ability to resolve issues diplomatically and tactfully
Is team-orientated, with an ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others
Has exemplary oral communication, public relation and customer service skills
Possesses a valid ICC plans Examiner certificate
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Depending on assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Provides exemplary customer service to all individuals by demonstrating a willingness to be attentive, understanding, responsive, fair, courteous and respectful, and to actively participate in maintaining a positive customer service environment.
Consults with contractors, engineers, architects, and the general public concerning the acceptability of drawings submitted for approval to build within the City.
Reviews a variety of complex residential and commercial building additions and alteration plans for compliance with the California Codes including Building, Historical, Green, Energy, Existing Building, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical Codes, and other State laws and regulations.
Provides technical information and assistance to engineers, architects, contractors and general public regarding the permit process, plan reviews, fees and the codes and regulations enforced by the City. Provides technical and code interpretation assistance to Division staff. Provides training and instructions on the City codes as assigned.
Performs public counter duties and tasks as required. Researches building plan check status and permit status utilizing computerized record systems.
Responds to complex inquiries and conducts site inspections as assigned; ensuring adherence to codes, laws, regulations and ordinances.
Provides technical information to architects, engineers and contractors.
Provides training for staff assisting the public at the counter; provides recommendations during staff performance evaluations
Prepares special reports, drafts recommended building policies and ordinances and procedures as directed. Assists in preparing community promotions and public information related to assigned program; performs other related duties as assigned.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
License: Depending on assignment, possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is required.
Certificate: Possession of, and ability to maintain, ICC Plans Examiner certification is required at time of application. Possession of any of the following current and valid licenses are highly desirable: State of California Civil Engineer, State of California Structural Engineer, or State of California Architect.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Requires a combination of education, training and experience equivalent to completion of a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture or a related field, supplemented by additional coursework in construction technology, building and three years of plans review experience. Lead or supervisory and construction field experience highly desirable.
BENEFITS
To view benefits, please visit our website at https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/971/Benefits
SELECTION PLAN
Submit a City application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline. The preferred method of application is on-line and you are highly encouraged to apply at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs. If you are unable to apply electronically, you may request paper application materials by calling (805) 654-7853 during regular business hours. Paper applications can be FAXed to (805) 648-4467, or mailed, or hand delivered to City Hall at: 501 Poli Street, Room 210; P.O. Box 99; Ventura, CA 93002. If you FAX, it is highly recommended that you also send the original documents. The Eligibility List established may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City.
Once your application has been submitted, all future correspondence from the City will be via e-mail. Please keep your contact information up-to-date and ensure that your email spam filter allows you to receive messages from [email protected]. You may also view notices send to you by the City in the "My Applications" tab at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs.
Department Selection Interview A select number of candidates will be invited to a department selection interview being held in December 2018, date to be determined.