What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plans Reviewer position at Charleston County Government?
This position is responsible for providing commercial and residential plan review and technical guidance to ensure compliance with the technical codes and adopted ordinances for inspectors, design professionals, contractors and owners. Provide for problem solving in inspections for the Chief, Senior and other Plan Reviewers, Inspectors, and other employees as needed for a harmonious working relationship in there day to day operations and to meet the overall goals and objectives of the department. Excellent Customer Service is a very important part of this position. This position involves considerable contact with the public and other departments within Charleston County as well as other agencies outside of the County. Interested candidates must have excellent communication skills and be able to deal with all individuals in a professional and co0urteous manner at all times.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $60,840 - $79,684 (Estimated Annual Salary Dependent on Qualifications)
OPEN UNTIL FILLED – APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY
Other duties include but are not limited to general office support to include telephone inquiries, filing, support of other positions and departments, and research and documentation. Must have the ability to perform a wide variety of duties with speed and accuracy in a busy office environment. Applicant must be sensitive to the highest needs and must be able to handle confidential information with discretion. Applicants should have good Microsoft Office Suite (or comparable) skills (Word, Excel, etc.) along with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and possess excellent decision-making skills. Knowledge of Building Codes, Local, State, and Federal requirements, principles and practices of engineering and architecture terminology is essential. Knowledge of Crystal Reports or SQL is a plus.
Minimum Education – Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architectural, Construction Management or related degree is required. Successful candidate must currently hold or obtain multiple discipline ICC (International Code Council) certification exams within the first six months of employment. (i.e. ICC Residential, Building, Electrical, Plumbing and Mechanical Plan Examiners). Preference may be given to a registered Architect or Engineer.
Minimum Qualification - Five (5) or more years of work experience in the construction field, plan review, building code enforcement, or equivalent experience. Any equivalent combination of experience and training (such as Architect or Engineer) which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work is acceptable. . A valid SC driver’s license or the ability to obtain one upon acceptance of the position is required.
Salary : $60,840 - $79,684
