PLAN CHECK ENGINEER - CEDD

• Answer technical questions from engineers, architects, developers, contractors, and the general public regarding City regulations, policies, codes, and permitting processes.
• Assist at the public counter, including explaining requirements, calculating fees, and issuing permits.
• Coordinate plan review and project activities with other City departments, divisions, and outside agencies.
• Maintain accurate records, files, and documentation related to plans, permits, and project activities.
• Conduct field visits or inspections to verify conditions, investigate issues, and support compliance efforts.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, correspondence, and documentation related to project review and processing.
• Participate in development review processes, including review of preliminary plans and coordination of project requirements.
• Perform engineering plan check of construction documents, including plans, specifications, and calculations, for compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Review MEP systems for compliance with the International Code Council model codes and the California Building Standards Code.
• Review architectural building plans for fire and life safety compliance.
• Issue plan check corrections and communicate required revisions to applicants and design professionals.
• Evaluate building permit applications and supporting documents for completeness and code compliance.
• Support complex plan review activities under the direction of senior engineering staff.
• Maintain records of plan review comments, approvals, and permit-related documentation.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:

1) Completed Employment Application

2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

PLEASE NOTE: FOR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO AN ON-LINE APPLICATION, OR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment.  You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions.   Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.  

Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation.  Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.  

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination. 

NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.   Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.  

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university. 

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.