What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Plans Examiner Supervisor, (B252121-2), 209, Building Development & Review position at City of Laredo?
Oversees review of building plans to comply with International Code Council (ICC) codes, as well as local and national regulations. Leads and trains plans examiners, provides project management support, and ensures compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, and zoning requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
- Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff. Supervisory functions include: makes hiring and termination decisions; prioritizes assignments and directs work; develops and oversees employee work schedules and approves time away from work; provides and/or facilitates employee training and development; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; completes employee performance appraisals; determines or makes recommendations regarding new hire salaries and salary changes; and acts as liaison between employees and management.
- Conducts plan reviews for proposed projects to ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, and zoning requirements.
- Serves as the primary point of contact for applicable stakeholders; organizes and coordinates sites and development process, monitors project status, schedules and participates in preapplication, pre-permit, pre-construction, and development review committee meetings. Evaluates, resolves, and responds to citizen and stakeholder inquiries, complaints, or concerns; seeks solutions to design and construction code discrepancies.
- Creates, updates, and maintains departmental forms, checklists, reports, and/or other applicable files.
- Provides support and assistance to the other City divisions, as needed.
- Performs related work as required.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
- Knowledge of construction principles and practices.
- Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including computers and applicable software, such as GIS, Avolve, and Naviline.
- Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of employee supervision.
Skills and Abilities:
- Skill in prioritizing and delegating work.
- Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and/or other related construction documents.
- Skill in providing customer service.
- Skilled in interpreting, applying, and explaining applicable laws, codes, ordinances, specifications, standards, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Skill in planning, organization, and time management.
- Ability to comply with all City of Laredo’s policies and procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in English and Spanish.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to take and follow directions from Director or designee.
- Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
- Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
- Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
- Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
- Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
- Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Effort Requirements
Position will have the following exposures
- Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Work Environment Locations
Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
Never
- Street environment (near moving traffic)
- Confined space
- Warehouse environment
Seldom
- Outdoor environment
Sometimes
- Construction site
- Vehicles
Often
- Office or similar indoor environment
Exposures
Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Never
- Individuals with known violent backgrounds
- Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
- Communicable diseases
- Moving mechanical parts
- Fumes or airborne particles
- Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
- Loud noises (85 decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
Seldom
- Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
Sometimes
- Individuals who are hostile or irate
Travel
Position will require the employee to travel
Never:
- National travel
- International travel
Seldom
- Regional travel
Sometimes
- Local travel
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited* college or university in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field
At least five (5) years of experience in code ordinance, construction, or a related field
*Council of Higher Education Accreditation (C.H.E.A.)
Required Licenses or Certifications
Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
**Continued employment is contingent on successfully obtaining required certification(s) and/or licenses(s) within the specified period of time indicated above from time of hire.
- International Code Council (ICC) Residential Building Plan Examiner Certification must be obtained within twelve (12) months of employment**
Desirable Licenses or Certifications
International Code Council Plans Examiner in Commercial is preferred
As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.
City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.
Salary : $55,307 - $69,139
