Overview

Position Title:SENIOR PLANS EXAMINER

Company:City Of Riverside Ca

Location:Riverside, CA

Job Description:

The Senior Plans Examiner performs under general direction, to supervise and review plans for subdivision developments, multi-unit residential, and commercial/industrial building projects for compliance with established codes, ordinances, and other applicable regulations; to provide information and assistance at the public counter to architects, engineers, contractors, homeowners, the general public, and others; to supervise assigned personnel; and to perform related duties as required.  This position receives general direction from the Assistant Building Official and exercises general supervision over technical and clerical support staff.

Responsibilities:

  • Examine and review plans and specifications submitted for residential tracts, multi-unit residential, and commercial industrial buildings for compliance with codes, ordinances, and other applicable regulations.
  • Review plans and calculations to ensure appropriate use of materials and construction installations.
  • Perform field inspections and assist field inspectors and other staff with complex or unusual requirements for residential and other structures.
  • Prepare and maintain files, reports, and records of activities and procedures.
  • Assist at the public counter in calculating fees, issuing permits, and dispensing general and technical information.
  • Provide training to the Building & Safety Division staff.
  • Answer questions from homeowners, architects, engineers, contractors, and the general public regarding the City’s policies and procedures, related codes, ordinances and regulations.
  • Coordinate with other City departments, divisions, and outside regulatory agencies.
  • Perform preliminary design review and similar tasks as a Building & Safety representative on the Development Review Committee as needed.
  • Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned plan check and permit issuance staff.

Requirements:

  • Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Plans Examiner.
  • CASp certification is highly desirable.
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Class “C” California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.