Plans Examiner

Overview

JOB SUMMARY : Performs intermediate-level professional work in plans review for the Village of Wellington (Village). Provides technical expertise to licensed professionals, developers, other Village departments, and the public regarding code and construction requirements for permitting and licensing. Responsible for protecting public safety by performing professional plans review work associated with the daily operations of the Building Department. Work is performed independently under limited supervision with moderate latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment. Position typically requires processing and interpreting of more complex, less clearly defined issues.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

• Examines construction plans and specifications for both residential and commercial structures to ensure compliance with all regulatory standards and building codes governing new and existing construction.
• Assists and advises the public (architects, contractors, developers, engineers, etc.) and other Wellington departments in matters relating to building construction and code requirements.
• Provides technical assistance to other department and division staff regarding codes interpretation, permitting functions, inspection requirements, and construction specifications; works collaboratively with department and division staff in resolving regulatory and codes related interpretation and project compliance.
• Receives, responds, and provides resolution to inquiries and concerns from the public, the business community, Village officials, and other departments regarding department and division related issues.
• Provides interpretation for non-compliance with regulatory code(s) and specifies the action necessary to bring conditions to code compliance.
• Maintains current knowledge of issues, trends, and developments in regulatory standards and building codes requirements governing the construction industry; reviews compliance issues regarding local, state, and federal regulatory construction codes.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

One of the equivalent combinations of education, certification, training and / or experience below :

Certifications and Licenses

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Physical, Environmental, and Sensory Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting, carrying, pushing and / or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (up to 50 pounds). Tasks that require moving objects of significant weight require the assistance of another person and / or use of proper techniques and moving equipment. Tasks may involve some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Tasks may require extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS : Tasks are regularly performed inside without potential for exposure to adverse conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, fumes and / or poor ventilation, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, machinery and / or moving vehicles, vibrations, electric currents, animals / wildlife, toxic / poisonous agents, gases or chemicals, oils and other cutting fluids, violence and / or disease, or pathogenic substances.

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS : Tasks require sound and visual perception and discrimination. Tasks require oral communications ability. Must have manual dexterity and be able to perform repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, or fingers. Must be able to perceive color and depth. Tasks involve prolonged eye use and / or fine visual ability; computer work, reading text, visual inspections, or measurement devices. Must be able to follow visual cues or signals.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Village of Wellington and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The Village of Wellington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with United States Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and the Americans with Disabilities Act, this organization provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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