What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Plans Examiner position at City of Forney, TX?
Salary : $72,719.60 - $88,144.97 Annually
Location : City Hall Annex Building, TX
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 202100159
Department : Planning
Division : Building Inspections
Opening Date : 10 / 30 / 2024
Description
We're excited to announce an opening for a Senior Plans Examiner to join our team! This critical role is suited for a knowledgeable professional in building code compliance and plan review who is eager to grow with the City of Forney.
Examples of Duties
Under general supervision, performs tasks associated with supplying planning and zoning information regarding applications for zoning, platting, residential and commercial board of adjustments, and certificate of appropriateness. Assists the public, developers, and contractors in assigned planning activities and application process.
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
- Acts as the primary point of contact for the building plan review process; researches and reviews construction plans submitted to the City for compliance with codes and standards; applies ordinance requirements from building, residential, energy, fire, and PMG codes.
- Checks zoning requirements, including setbacks, lot coverage, height, and parking ratios.
- Communicates with design professionals, citizens, and contractors to resolve conflicts and concerns.
- Documents construction compliance and perform site visits to confirm existing conditions.
- Schedules and attends development review committee and pre-construction meetings.
- Analyzes energy compliance reports; assists with building inspections as necessary; prioritizes tasks to maintain low turnaround times; performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED : No direct supervision exercised; may exercise occasional administrative and functional supervision for specified activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Special Requirements : Must possess an ICC Building Plans Examiner, and an ICC Residential Plans Examiner certification.
Physical Demands / Work Environment :
EMPLOYEE BENEFITSMedical Insurance
The city is self-insured and offers a choice of four medical plans through United Healthcare :
Employee health coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.
Dental Insurance
The city offers a dental plan through United Healthcare Dental :
Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.
Life Insurance
Basic group life insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year.
Voluntary products are also available to full-time employees and include supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, cancer insurance, and critical care.
Other City Paid Plans
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the Texas Municipal Retirement System. TMRS is a qualified tax deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the city provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.
Additional Group Benefits
Other benefits are :
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How many years of experience in residential and commercial plan review, city building inspection, code enforcement, or equivalent do you have?Please note : Years of experience must be reflected in the work experience section of the application.
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Salary : $72,720 - $88,145