Senior Plan Analyst (OCE-IDS)

Job Location and Schedule Reporting Location: 1002 Washington Ave, 3rd Floor. Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (subject to change). Responsibilities This position is part of Houston Public Works Engineering, in the Infrastructure and Development Services section, reporting location to the Houston Permitting Center. The role involves architectural and civil utility plan reviews to support the building permit process and the review of Wastewater Capacity Reservation (WCR) applications. The position will prepare WCR letters, including all associated impact fees owed in compliance with the Code of Ordinances and State Laws and Regulations. Additionally, the incumbent will review all water and sewer permitting services, consult with architects, engineers, contractors, and the public on their preliminary plan design and WCR applications. The candidate will provide precise and comprehensive information regarding the status of customers’ applications and/or plans, entering approval or rejection comments in the database, interfacing with other technical disciplines, departments, and ordinance and regulation enforcement, and providing data entry support for the Infrastructure and Development Services section. Assistance with open records requests and any other duties as assigned will also be performed. Working Conditions Routine walking, sitting, occasional stooping or bending, and occasional light lifting up to 40 pounds. Educational Requirements Associate's degree in a related field such as Building Inspection or equivalent. Experience Requirements Two years of skilled, journey level experience in building trades, inspection, or plan examining. Four years of similar experience may substitute for the degree requirement. A bachelor’s degree in construction management, Architecture, Engineering, or a closely related discipline may also substitute for the above requirements. License Requirements None. Preferred Qualifications Experience designing or reviewing plans for sanitary sewer and water utilities. Proficiency using GIS. Excellent technical writing, communication, and research skills; ability to interpret and explain City procedures. Eligible veteran applicants. Safety Impact Position Yes – position is subject to random drug testing and, if promoted, requires assignment drug test. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr City-of-Houston,-T