Building Plans Examiner II, 207, Building Development & Review

Job Title

Reviews building plans to comply with International Code Council (ICC) codes, as well as local and national regulations. Evaluate and provide building permits, monitor customer communications, and assist with code enforcement policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Reviews projects and construction plans to ensure compliance with International Building Codes and City codes and ordinances.
• Issues building permits.
• Enforces International Building Codes, and City of Laredo ordinances.
• Provides customer service via email, phone, or in person.
• Prepares comments and feedback for customers, engineers, and designers, based on the International Building Codes, City's Land Development Code, ordinances, and regulations adopted by The City of Laredo.
• Provides software and construction training for customers.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for city business use.
• Performs related work as required

Competencies for Successful Performance of Job Duties

Knowledge of:

• Construction, building methods and practices, basic mathematics, and estimating
• Customer service practices and tactical principles
• Pertinent building inspection-related federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including all International Code Council Books, Land Development Code, and Code of Ordinances
• Modern office procedures and methods including computers and applicable software, including GIS, Avolve, and Naviline
• English grammar, spelling, and punctuation

Skills and Abilities:

• Providing customer service
• Planning, organization, and time management
• Reading and interpreting building, architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing plans
• Complying with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures
• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, in English and Spanish
• Building and maintaining effective working relationships with others.
• Maintaining good planning and organizational skills.
• Taking and following directions from supervisor.
• Giving directions to and gaining compliance from assigned staff.
• Performing strenuous work and routine work.
• Maintaining a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Projecting a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Maintaining good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.

Work Environment/Conditions and Physical Demands

Physical Effort Requirements

Position will have the following exposures

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment Locations

Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments Never

• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Confined space

Seldom

• Outdoor environment
• Warehouse environment

Sometimes

• Construction site
• Vehicles

Often

• Office or similar indoor environment

Exposures

Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Never

• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Communicable diseases
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Seldom

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Sometimes

• Individuals who are hostile or irate

Travel

Position will require the employee to travel

Never:

• National travel
• International travel

Seldom:

• Regional travel

Sometimes:

• Local travel

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited* college or university in Building Construction, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• At least three (3) years of experience in building design, construction, or plan review. Experience with International Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, National Electrical, Fire, Energy, and Residential Codes is preferred.

*Council of Higher Education Accreditation (C.H.E.A.)

Valid Licenses and Certifications

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

Desirable Licenses or Certifications

• International Code Council 1&2 Family Dwelling Inspector Certification is desirable.
• International Code Council Building Inspector Certification is desirable.

Continued employment is contingent on successfully obtaining required certification(s) and/or license(s) within the specified period of time indicated above from time of hire

• International Code Council Building Plan Examiner Certification must be obtained within 12 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io two days prior to the scheduled test or interview.

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.