What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plans Examiner- Community Development (0125) position at Coconino County, AZ?
Salary : $21.99 - $23.09 Hourly
Location : Flagstaff, AZ
Job Type : Regular Full Time
Job Number : 0804357
Department : Community Development
Opening Date : 01 / 21 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 7 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Arizona
Nature of Work
At Coconino County, public service matters. Our dedication to public service promotes a culture that elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration, and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations. As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.
Under general supervision performs work of considerable difficulty in reviewing proposed construction plans and specifications for residential and commercial projects; verifies compliance with applicable codes and ordinances; performs related work as assigned.
Typical Duties
Illustrative Only)
- Reviews and evaluates plans to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinance requirements
- Performs field inspections for complex commercial and residential construction projects
- Communicates with customers to provide information in matters relating to construction and code requirements
- Suggests plan modifications to allow conformity to codes
- Attends pre-construction meetings
- Issues permits and calculates fees
- Performs research regarding alternate building methods
- Makes recommendations for amendments to local building code
- Prepares and maintains records and reports
- Participates in an open forum and makes suggestions on the interpretations of the building codes
- Reviews and interprets manufacture's specifications and evaluation reports
- May perform special inspections
Essential functions include but not limited to driving; standing for intake of permits at counter; walking; working with and around others including co-workers, customers and supervisor; dealing with interruptions; repetitive motions (hand / wrist) for computer work; vision acuity (near and far) for computer work; hearing and speech for ordinary communication on telephone and with customers; and touch (finger dexterity) computers, telephones and intake of plans.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate degree in construction management, engineering, computer design or a related field and two years working with plans, building, construction, inspection or plan review experience OR, any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :
Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain throughout employment. Final job offer will be contingent upon a satisfactory 5-year Arizona Motor Vehicle Report.
Must obtain ICC Certification as Residential Plans Examiner within 1 year of hire.
Must obtain ICC Certification as Commercial Plans Examiner within 1 year of hire.
This is a safety sensitive position - driving.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Considerable knowledge of :
Skill In :
Ability to :
Coconino County is an Equal opportunity Employer.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Employee Benefits
Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes :
Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)
Elective Coverage
Salary : $22 - $23
