Building Plans Examiner, Senior

IMPORTANT APPLICANT INFORMATION:
 
The advertised salary range provided covers the entire compensation spectrum for the position classification. The anticipated hiring range for this role is between $82,026.17 to $100,482.05 annually. It's essential to note that the actual salary offered will be determined based on several factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity considerations.

This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. First review of applications will be on November 10, 2024, with subsequent weekly reviews. It's important to be aware that this job posting may close at any time after the initial review on November 10, 2024, without prior notice.  

This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature and not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.  The specific tasks/duties may vary based on position assignment and as determined by the Town of Queen Creek.

JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY

 

Positions assigned to this class are responsible for performing complex technical review of residential, commercial, industrial, or other construction documents to ensure compliance with Town building or zoning codes.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a fully qualified and experienced level professional classification in the construction management job family. Incumbents perform the full range of duties that demonstrates knowledge of expected functional requirements or performance specifications within assigned discipline. Work involves the application of sound principles and best practices associated with planning and problem solving. Works independently and performs varied assignments requiring broad knowledge in a particular field. Refers complex issues to management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification.  While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the Town’s needs.

 

• Reviews building construction plans and calculations for code compliance.
• Serves as liaison with the business community on code compliance.
• Consults with leadership on difficult code situations.
• Performs code and other analysis.
• Responds to internal and external inquiries.
• Performs related work as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (at job entry)

Education and Experience:  

 

Bachelor’s Degree and 4 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of directly related education and experience.

 

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 

• Driver’s License;
• Maintain all certifications/licenses required at job entry.

KNOWLEDGE

• Dispute resolution techniques;
• Customer service principles;
• Plans examining principles, practices and techniques;
• Applicable Federal, state and local laws, codes, ordinances, rules and regulations;
• Using computers and related software applications;
• Standard office equipment including the computer and programs relevant to the performance of applicable duties and responsibilities.

SKILLS

• Examining plans for conformance to applicable laws, codes, regulations, and related guidelines;
• Providing customer service;
• Resolving disputes;
• Interpreting applicable Federal, state and local laws, codes, ordinances, rules and regulations;
• Using computers and related software applications;
• Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and other interested parties sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:

Physical Strength for this classification is indicated below with an “X”
X	Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
	Light: Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
	Medium: Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.
	Heavy: Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.
	Very Heavy: Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

C	F	O	R	N
Continuously	Frequently	Occasionally	Rarely	Never
2/3 or more time	1/3 to 2/3 of time	Up to 1/3 time	< 1 hour per week	Never occurs

Note: This is intended as a description of the way the job is currently performed. It does not address the potential for accommodation.

Physical Demand	Brief Description	C	F	O	R	N
Standing	Communicating with co-workers, observing work site, observing work duties			X
Sitting	Desk work		X
Walking	To other departments/offices/office equipment			X
Lifting	Supplies, files				X
Carrying	Supplies, files				X
Pushing/Pulling	File draws, tables and chairs				X
Reaching	For supplies, for files	X
Handling	Paperwork	X
Fine Dexterity	Computer keyboard, telephone pad, calculator, calibrating equipment	X
Kneeling	Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground					X
Crouching	Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground					X
Crawling	Under equipment					X
Bending	Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground				X
Twisting	From computer to telephone, getting inside vehicles				X
Climbing	Stairs, step stool					X
Balancing	On step stool					X
Vision	Reading, computer screen, driving	X
Hearing	Communicating with co-workers and public and on telephone, listening to equipment	X
Talking	Communicating with co-workers and public and on telephone	X
Foot Controls	Driving			X
Other (Specify)

 

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE:

Standard office equipment; vehicle

 

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

D

W

M

S

N

Daily

Several Times Per Week

Several Times Per Month

Seasonally

Never

Health & Safety Factors

D

W

M

S

N

Health & Safety Factors

D

W

M

S

N

Mechanical Hazards

X

Respiratory Hazards

X

Chemical Hazards

X

Extreme Temperatures

X

Electrical Hazards

X

Noise and Vibration

X

Fire Hazards

X

Wetness/Humidity

X

Explosives

X

Physical Hazards

X

Communicable Diseases

X

Physical Danger or Abuse

X

Other (Specify Below

 

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

None

 

 

NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

C	F	O	R	N
Continuously	Frequently	Occasionally	Rarely	Never
2/3 or more time	1/3 to 2/3 of time	Up to 1/3 time	< 1 hour per week	Never occurs
Description of Non-Physical Demands	C	F	O	R	N
Time Pressure				X
Emergency Situation					X
Frequent Change of Tasks			X
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime			X
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously			X
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team			X
Tedious or Exacting Work		X
Noisy/Distracting Environment					X
Other (Specify Below)

 

PRIMARY WORK LOCATION:

X	Office Environment
	Warehouse
	Shop
	Recreation/Neighborhood Center
	Vehicle
	Outdoors
	Combination of Office, Vehicle and Field
	Other (Specify Below)

Salary : $82,026 - $118,938