Description
Job Announcement
The City of Chandler Development Services Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Senior Building Plans Examiner or Building Plans Examiner based on experience. The position is scheduled to work Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, with an opportunity to work remotely one day a week, or a 9/80 schedule, allowing for one additional day off every two weeks.
Current City of Chandler employees may only hold one position and are not eligible for additional part-time or secondary positions within the City of Chandler.
Why work for Chandler?
Open and collaborative environment
Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays
3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage
Accrue 130 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
12 paid holidays annually, with the potential for additional holiday leave the end of 2026, subject to approval by the City Manager
Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation
Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive
Professional development opportunities
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually, $3,200 for part time employees
Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)
Who we are
The City of Chandler Development Services team, consisting of 86 positions, provides sound land use planning strategies, responsible design development standards, and high quality, safety compliant infrastructure in all areas of Development Services, including planning, GIS, building safety, development engineering, telecommunications and utility franchise, City fiber, transportation engineering, and customer service and permits.
Who we are looking for
Our new team member will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for someone to perform technical evaluation and review of complex building (based on experience) and construction plans/design documents to ensure compliance with City development ordinances and building codes. Our reviews encompass, but are not limited to structural, architectural, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, accessibility, energy conservation, and fire suppression regulations.
Requirements
Building Plans Examiner ($68,993.60 - $100,027.20 Annually) To view complete job description, please visit:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/chandleraz/classspecs/1525824?keywords=building%20plans&pagetype=classSpecifications
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; and
2 years of experience in construction, inspections, drafting, or a related field; and
1 ICC Plans Examiner Certification within six (6) months of hire or promotion; OR
Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Senior Building Plans Examiner ($73,819.20 - $106,995.20 Annually) To view complete job description, please visit:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/chandleraz/classspecs/1526066?keywords=building%20plans&pagetype=classSpecifications
Minimum qualifications
A Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related field; and
4 years of progressively responsible experience in building plan review; and
An ICC Building Plans Examiner Certification and one additional ICC Certification upon hire, registration as Professional Engineer or Architect may substitute for the additional ICC Certification; or
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
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This is a regular full-time position, subject to a 6-month probationary period. A register of qualified candidates will be active for 4 months should another position become available.
All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.
Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler’s policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.
The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.
