Residential Plans Examiner

The Clackamas County Department of Transportation and Development / Building Codes Division is seeking a Residential Plans Examiner to review plans for compliance with the State of Oregon Residential Specialty Code. Residential Plans Examiners review buildings of limited size and complexity such as 1 and 2 family dwellings, related accessory structures, and similar projects.

The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills and communication skills. He or she will understand the value a community places on safe buildings and structures, and will have a keen sense of how building codes satisfy this demand. We are looking for someone with a proven track record of working in and maintaining a positive, team oriented, work environment. The incumbent will be able to positively contribute to the Building Codes Division, and will recognize the vital role we play in the Development Services function within the Department of Transportation and Development.

Minimum Qualifications:

Certifications

** To use International Code Council (ICC) certifications you must be able to provide documentation showing the appropriate experience as outlined by the Oregon State Building Codes Division in order to convert these certifications to Oregon Certifications, or be registered to take the necessary Oregon State Building Codes Division training class in order to convert the ICC certifications, within six (6) months of hire, to Oregon Certifications.

Note: Proof of registration/certification will be required prior to the final offer of employment being extended to the selected candidate. Out-of-state applicants should consult the State of Oregon website at http://www.oregon.gov/BCD/pages/index.aspx regarding reciprocity requirements.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work well independently or within a team environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills in order to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
• Employment is contingent upon passing a post-offer physical assessment. Accommodation requests will be reviewed on an individual basis in compliance with State and Federal legislation.
• Driving is required on a regular basis for County business, or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment.

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Experience as a Plans Examiner within a building department

*For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.

Typical Job Duties:

1. Reviews residential building plans for compliance with residential structural, mechanical, and life safety codes; reviews other types of plans and specifications related to residential construction projects; writes plans review letters, and other correspondence, presenting necessary Code related corrections
2. Performs residential field inspections when required as back-up to field inspection staff and on specific projects, singly or jointly with field inspectors and fire service; writes inspection reports, noting approvals, disapprovals and/or corrections needed; places "stop work" orders when necessary
3. Assists homeowners, contractors and design professionals in solving code related problems during both plan review and inspections, throughout all construction stages; evaluates and advises on alternative methods or materials to satisfy code requirements
4. Participates in preliminary project meetings with architects, engineers, builders, homeowners and personnel from other divisions and agencies
5. Cooperates with fire prevention officials on projects in their districts during plan review and inspection stages
6. Provides codes and permits related information to the public

• • Thorough knowledge of State of Oregon Residential Specialty Code including life safety, structural, and mechanical code provisions
  • Knowledge of the basic principles and practices of structural, civil and mechanical engineering
  • Read and understand building plans, maps, legal descriptions and zoning laws
  • Building construction methods and materials
  • English grammar and composition
  • Communicate effectively and respectfully, both orally and in writing
  • Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with builders, design professionals and other concerned parties
  • Able to maintain and complete accurate records
  • Able to write plan review letters and inspection reports
  • Knowledge of field inspection procedures and practices
  • Knowledge of permit process and zoning regulations
  • Knowledge of State of Oregon Structural and Mechanical Specialty Code (preferred)