Commercial Plans Examiner

Commercial Plans Examiner Division:
Building Code Contact Name:
Tammy Smoke Contact Email: [email protected] Contact Phone:  Contact Fax:  Date Posted: 8/9/2023

Position Location:

675 Price Road, Newark, Ohio 43055 Position

Description:

Duties:

* Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

* Promotes and maintains positive and effective working relationships and promotes good public relationships as a representative of Licking County Government.

* Performs commercial plan examinations.

* Reviews building plans, specifications and checks calculations of buildings to ensure compliance with currently adopted codes; approves building permit applications prior to permit issuance; calculates building permit fees.

* Responds to questions regarding adopted codes from property owners, developers, contractors, engineers and architects.

* Researches code-related questions. Investigates and resolves code-related issues.

* Interprets and explains code during plan review process.

* Performs field inspections to assist in the resolution of code related issues.

* Prepares and maintains records of plans, plan reviews or inspections used in connection with all building permits.

* Performs a variety of administrative functions to ensure efficient operation of department; formulates/recommends, implements and administers new and revised policies and procedures; prepares reports.

* Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to the essential functions of the position and all agency safety procedures.

* Remains informed of current developments and procedures pertinent to duties; may be required to attend seminars/training.

Brief

Description:

Summary:

Performs commercial code plan reviews in a way that assures safe construction of buildings. Ensures County is in compliance with all state and local laws pertaining to Building Codes. Identifies areas of improvement and recommends changes to the Building Code Administrator.

Job

Prerequisites:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent from four-year college or university; and four (4) to six (6) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Qualifications (Agency/Dept. Qualifications):

Possess excellent:
Interpersonal Skills and Conflict Resolution Skills

Demonstrated knowledge of Ohio Building Code and related Codes.

Ability to operate engineering and analysis software.

Ability to detect hazards and violations.

Ability to enforce regulations with firm, tact and impartiality.

Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications and compare them with construction in progress.

Ability to meet the state minimum requirements for required certifications.

Ability to be covered under the county fleet vehicle liability insurance policy.

Valid Ohio Driver's License

Possess registration as an Ohio-licensed Architect or Engineer

Master Plans Examiner Certification
* * May be acquired after hire and obtained within one (1) year of employment.

Application Procedure:

Compensation:

Salary: $87,360.00 - $95,680.00

About UFA:

Licking County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full Time

Pay Type:

Salary