Building Plans Examiner I, (B272121-2), 205, Building Development & Review

Ensures building permit plans comply with all applicable codes, including but not limited to International Code Council codes, local ordinances, and national regulations.

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.

• Reviews building permit plans/applications for building code and ordinance compliance.
• Issues building permits.
• Conducts pre-permit inspections, post-permit inspections, and pre-co inspections.
• Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors and other business contacts.
• Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs related work as required.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read and understand architectural renderings building plans and construction drawings.
• Ability to read, understands, interpret, apply, and implement building code and all associated City of Laredo ordinances.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to maintain valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• 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 and Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.
• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
• 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
• 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.

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

• Associate's degree or 60 college hours from an accredited* college or university in Building Science, Architecture, or related field.
• At least five (5) years of experience in Building Construction, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

       *Council of Higher Education Accreditation (C.H.E.A.)

Foreign Education: 

• Applicants who have completed education outside of the United States must submit a foreign credential evaluation completed by a professional credential evaluation agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). The evaluation must verify the U.S. equivalency of the degree and identify the comparable U.S. degree level. Applicants are responsible for obtaining and submitting the required evaluation documentation.

Note: The City of Laredo is not responsible for any fees associated with obtaining a foreign credential evaluation or educational equivalency documentation.

Valid Licenses or Certifications 

Required Education and Experience

• ICC Residential Plans Examiner Certification must be obtained within twelve (12) months of employment.**

**Continued employment is contingent on successfully obtaining required certification(s) and/or license(s) within the specified period of time indicated above from time of hire.