Plan Review Specialist - Planning

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Plan Review Specialist - Planning

Salary

$24.06 - $30.07 Hourly

Location

2401 Market St. Baytown, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

24-00177

Department

Planning & Development Svcs

Opening Date

09/03/2024

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Job Summary

ATTENTION Initial hire date will be on or after September 23, 2024.

We are seeking a meticulous Plan Review Specialist to join our team, responsible for evaluating and approving architectural and engineering plans to ensure compliance with codes and regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in building codes, zoning laws, and construction practices, combined with excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. This role requires effective communication with architects, engineers, and contractors to address any plan discrepancies and facilitate project approvals. If you are passionate about maintaining high standards in construction and enjoy problem-solving, we encourage you to apply.

Reviews proposed commercial, industrial and complex residential construction plans to ensure compliance with minimum building code and ordinance requirements. Determines whether plans submitted are adequate to transmit full information to field inspectors, are sufficient for a complete code review, and are in conformance with building codes, development codes, and other standards. Meets with the public to provide project specific requirements and solutions for development and code violation cases. Utilizes the development software to keep detailed records of project requirements, project status and progress, and other communications with the applicant. Builds and maintains relationships with the City’s development partners. Issues permits. Makes field inspections throughout the City as necessary. Performs other related work as required.

Duties

• Reviews plans for compliance with all codes and ordinances administered by the Planning & Development Services Department for the purpose of issuing permits. Keeps effective records of permits, plan reviews, and inspections. Counsels with architects, designers, builders and owners concerning building regulations.

• Issues permits. Makes field inspections throughout the City as necessary.

• Ensures all handout material complies with current codes. Re-draws and reformats outdated material, and creates new handouts for the public to expedite their construction process.

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Associates Degree from an accredited college or institution in Construction Science or a related field.

• Two years of experience in municipal code administration, a paraprofessional plan review role, Construction Science, Building, Mechanical, Electrical or Plumbing code administration, Urban Planning and/or Zoning code administration, as an Inspector, Contractor, or Superintendent of Construction, or related experience.

• ICC B3 or R3 Plans Examiner Certification, or the ability to obtain within one year of hire date.

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).

OR

• An equivalent combination of education, experience, certification and/or licenses sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

PREFERRED:

• Prior plan review experience.

• Licensed mechanical HVAC, electrical, or plumbing contractor.

• Bilingual in English/Spanish.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of building construction types, methods, materials, and terminology. Knowledge of the ICC I-Codes, NFPA National Electrical Code, and industry standards in construction practices. Knowledge of zoning and development codes. Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with other City employees, officials, contractors, and the public. Ability to read plans to make sure that all requirements and regulations are met. Computer proficiency in word processing and record keeping.

Attendance is an essential function of this position. The City reserves the right to require an employee to work overtime. As a City employee you are required to provide services or perform duties for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of your job. In the event of an evacuation you may be required to remain to perform needed services.

Overall Position Strength Demands

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

To promote health and wellness, we provide a comprehensive benefits program (listed below) to meet the needs of you and your family. Our goal is to help you live and work well – 365 days a year.

Medical

• United Healthcare

• Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment

• Annual Deductible (Network) $750 Indiv/$2,250 Family

• In-Network Benefit 80%/20% after plan deductible

• $50 co-pay (general visit)

• RX - $10 Generic/$40 Formulary/$75 Non-Formulary

• Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and Dependent Care expenses

• FREE virtual visits

Dental

• Cigna Dental PPO & DHMO

• Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment

• Preventative & diagnostic covered at 100%

• Annual Deductible: $50/Indiv (Cigna PPO) - No annual deductible for Cigna DHMO

Vision

• Superior Vision

• Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment

• In-Network exam co-pay $10 & $25 materials co-pay

• Frames: $140 Allowance - Contact Lenses: $160 Allowance

Holistic Health & Wellness

• Employee Wellness Center offering FREE primary care medical treatment for employees & dependents on the Medical plan

• FREE access to gyms, Shipt, and Walmart+ through our employee medical insurance

• Gym partnership with Lee College Wellness Center & swimming pool for $58/year

• Employee Assistance Program providing employees and their household family members up to 8 FREE counseling sessions per issue per year, legal and financial assistance, will generator tools, and more!

• Sick Leave Pool providing participants additional paid sick time if accruals are exhausted.

• SmartDollar: free online program providing tips and tools from Dave Ramsey for getting out of debt and building good saving practices

Retirement

• Texas Municipal Retirement System:

• 7% employee contribution with a 14% employer match

• 5 year vesting

• Retirement Eligibility: 20 years of service/any age - or - 5 years of service/at least age 60

• FREE Life Insurance coverage up to 1X your base annual salary

• MissionSquare and Roth IRA plans: additional voluntary employee participation

Disability Insurance

• Lincoln Financial Group:

• Long-term Disability: paid for by the City. Pays 60% of monthly earnings up to $8,000 per month up to social security age, depending on the disability

• Short-term Disability: voluntary elected coverage. Pays 60% of weekly earnings up to $1,000 per week for up to the first 13 weeks of a disability

Training and Tuition Assistance

• The HUB Employee Training Center: we invest in you by equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to live out our Purpose and Core Values

• Access to funding up to $1,500 per semester or $3,000 per year for tuition toward courses that are job-related or will enhance your work performance

Generous Paid Sick, Vacation, & Holiday Leave

• 10 holidays per year and one personal employee day per year

• 15 days sick leave per year

• Starting at 10 days of vacation per year; up to 25 days per year

• Sick and Vacation hours roll over annually up to the maximum limit

• 15 days Paid Parental Leave

To explore all of the benefits we offer, please visit: https://baytownbenefits.com/

01

The initial hire date for this position will be effective on or after September 23, 2024. Please enter your initials below to acknowledge that you have read and understand this requirement.

02

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed?

• High School Diploma/GED

• Associates Degree from an accredited college or institution in Construction Science or a related field.

• Bachelors Degree or higher from an accredited college or institution in Construction Science or a related field.

  03

  How many years of municipal code administration, a paraprofessional plan review role, Construction Science, Building, Mechanical, Electrical or Plumbing Code administration, Urban Planning and/or Zoning code administration, as an Inspector, Contractor or Superintendent of Construction, or related experience do you have?

• Less than 2 years

• 2 years but less than 4 years

• 4 years but less than 6 years

• 6 or more years

• None of the above

  04

  Do you posses a ICC B3 or R3 Plans Examiner Certification?

• Yes, I currently possess a ICC B3 or R3 Plans Examiner Certification.

• I do not currently posses a ICC B3 or R3 Plans Examiner Certification, but I DO have the ability to obtain it within one year of hire date.

• I do not currently posses a ICC B3 or R3 Plans Examiner Certification, but I DO NOT have the ability to obtain it within one year of hire date.

  05

  Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record? (Must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days)

• Yes

• No

  06

  Please describe your experience as it pertains to this position?

  07

  If you are bilingual in which language are you most proficient?

• I am not bilingual

• Spanish

• Vietnamese

• Chinese

• French

• Urdu

• Other

• American Sign Language

  Required Question

Agency

City of Baytown

Address

2401 Market Street Baytown, Texas, 77520

Phone

281-422-8281

Website

http://www.baytown.org

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