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- Serves as project manager for the construction plan approval phase of project development.
- Analyzes and prepares drainage basin computer models for identification of stormwater problems and infrastructure design where required.
- Schedules and participates in public meetings, hearings and council sessions; provides analysis of decisions or needs associated with building and land use actions as required.
- Evaluates and marks-up or critiques the engineering design and specifications prepared by professional practitioners for site and infrastructure and/or building development for applicable code compliance.
- Makes site inspections preliminary to review as well as upon completion of project to assure conformance with the requirements.
- Assesses proposed development plans for environmental impacts and advises the planner preparing the SEPA determination on proposed land development where required.
- Advises development team and county staff on engineering issues and alternatives related to land and/or building development.
- Critiques and partners with architects, engineers, consultants, developers, and governmental agencies to approve engineering plans, reports, specifications, and studies related to development.
- Provides customer service for the department to architects, engineers, developers and public on engineering issues related to development.
- Participates and coordinates with other team members on development project decisions.
- Resolves problems related to building construction or site development which includes research of codes, field evaluation, investigation of alternatives, and proposal of solutions.
- Attends professional seminars, training and meetings as required.
- Perform related duties as required.
- land development practices and procedures;
- applicable state and county codes, ordinances, standards and regulations;
- engineering techniques, principles and practices related to area of assignment.
- understand site related documents such as blueprints, plans and sketches;
- critically analyze development and independently identify and define plan deficiencies which do not comply with established laws and standards;
- maintain necessary records and prepare required reports;
- analyze and interpret special reports and technical data;
- establish and maintain effective work relationships with superiors, peers, associated home owners, builders and the general public;
- communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
- read, learn, interpret and apply work-related ordinances, codes, standards and regulations.
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Retirement
- Basic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Long Term Disability (LTD)
- Commuting Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program
- Leave & Holidays
- Deferred Compensation 457(b)
- Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance
- Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Supplemental Individual Insurance Policies
- Regular full-time employees: If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these for medical insurance. The County pays the for vision, dental, and basic life insurance.
- Regular part-time employees: If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The County's contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part-time appointment will be pro-rated in an amount equal to the F.T.E. percentage the employee is assigned.
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- No Degree
- Degree, but not in related field
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or greater
- 0 to less than 2 years of experience
- 2 to less than 4 years of experience
- 4 to less than 6 years of experience
- 6 to less than 8 years of experience
- 8 or more years of experience
- Yes
- No
- No, but I can obtain on before employment
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- No, but I can obtain one before employment
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Plans Examiner, Senior - Everett, United States - Snohomish County Planning and Development Services
Description
Salary : $79, $96,975.96 AnnuallyLocation : Everett, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Planning and Development
Division: Planning and Dev Svcs Permitting
Opening Date: 04/23/2024
Closing Date: 5/2/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
The mission of the Snohomish County Planning and Development Services (PDS) Department is to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations by promoting protection of natural resources and facilitating the development of safe, sustainable and resilient communities.
The Senior Plans Examiner position will review residential building plans and some light commercial plans to include plumbing and mechanical systems. The position will play a key role in coordinating with our Lead plumbing inspector/plans examiner as well as all other plan review and inspection staff. The position may at times be asked to assist in building inspection depending on workloads or office setting, but will mostly take place in a remote setting.
This position is open to employees of the Snohomish County Planning and Development Services department only.
Job Duties
BASIC FUNCTION
To serve as a project manager and the senior technical reviewer during the construction plan approval phase of project development.
STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
A Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field; AND, four (4) years of professional experience; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Must pass job related tests.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
A registered Professional Engineer preferred or ICBO certification may be required as a Plans Examiner and as a Building Inspector.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
A valid Washington State Driver's License is required for employment.
Additional Information
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Employee receives direction from an administrative superior as assigned. The employee plans and carries out successive steps and resolves problems in accordance with instructions, policies and accepted practices. The work is reviewed through reports, conferences, meetings and results obtained.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work is performed in the usual office environment with occasional trips to work sites throughout the county.
Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.
Visit to learn more about the following benefits.
County Benefits
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Following are a series of supplemental questions designed to assess your job related experience and qualifications. Please note that as part of the screening process your responses will be reviewed in conjunction with your general online application. The employment history and education detailed in your general application must validate/support your responses to the supplemental questions. If your responses cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the review/selection process.
A resume may be submitted, but it will not substitute for the general online application or supplemental questions; responses such as "see resume" or "see application" may not be considered.
Do you agree to answer each question truthfully and that your responses can be supported by your general application/work history and by your references?
Are you an employee of Snohomish County Planning and Development Services?
Do you a degree in civil engineering, structural engineering or related field?
How many years of experience do you have in the construction industry as a plans examiner and/or building inspector?
If you do not have a degree in civil engineering or related field and 4 years of experience, please describe your knowledge, experience and training that gives you the qualifications for this position.
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Do you have a Valid Washington State Driver's License?
Are you certified by ICC or other current code authority as a Building Inspector or Plans Examiner?
Do you have a registered Professional Engineer license?
Describe your knowledge and experience inspecting residential and commercial projects. (15 pts.)
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Describe your knowledge and experience reviewing residential and commercial projects. (15 pts.)
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Describe your knowledge and experience reviewing and/or inspecting mechanical and plumbing systems. (15 pts.)
Required Question