$6,019 - $7,690 per month

Closes: 9/30/2019 @ 11:59 pm

The City of Gresham is accepting applications for an experienced code professional to join the Building Division as a Plans Examiner 2. Strong candidates will have demonstrated knowledge of the applicable codes and exceptional interpersonal communication skills to effectively work with citizens, contractors and coworkers.
 
This position plays a prominent role in promoting the City's organizational value of public service through continuous interaction with the public concerning plan review activities for the construction, alteration, or repair of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.

Working as a Plans Examiner 2, you will review commercial, industrial and residential plans for building code compliance including structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire and energy code requirements. This role identifies plan deficiencies and notifies applicants of required alterations. You will approve plans for issuance. Determining the value of buildings for permit fees and approving building permits are also typical aspects of this position.
 
Given that this position interacts with a variety of stakeholders, we desire someone with collaboration abilities. Using your collaborative skills, you will have opportunities to serve as a liaison with the fire department to ensure fire and life safety codes are met, as well as meet with builders, owners and architects, as needed, to clarify and resolve issues and/or complaints.
 
Attendance at pre-application conferences for coordination of development permits is necessary and you may be assigned as the primary contact for project process and coordination. We are seeking someone with solid interpersonal and communication skills to provide assistance in person and on the phone to customers regarding code language and interpretation. Your effective written communication abilities will be utilized to prepare reports and correspondence to internal and external customers clarifying issues, processes, questions, and other things of that nature.
 
The Plans Examiner 2 researches code issues for plan review and for the information of customers and the general public. You will attend internal and external training sessions to stay abreast of codes, manufacturer's information on installation methods and performance of products. Field inspections for both commercial and residential codes will be conducted by this individual, while assisting with residential plans review as necessary.
 
Ideally, we are seeking someone who is collaborative, team-oriented, and has excellent communication skills for interaction with a variety of stakeholders. We value your attention to detail and ability to be self-motivated. The nature of this position requires a high level of professionalism, strong critical thinking skills and flexibility.
 

For complete job description, qualifications and to apply, visit:  www.GreshamOregon.gov/jobs