Plan Reviewer Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty/jobs/newprint/4764757) Apply Plan Reviewer Salary$33.65 - $45.67 HourlyLocation Fort Myers, FLJob TypeFull-Time RegularJob Number07388LCDepartmentD C D Development SvcsOpening Date12/17/2024Closing DateContinuousFLSANon-Exempt
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DescriptionCompetitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.Lee County Community Development is seeking a Plan Reviewer to join a dynamic team. This role involves reviewing construction plans to ensure compliance with the Florida Building Code, local ordinances, and relevant state and federal regulations.Key Responsibilities:
Conduct thorough reviews of construction plans for adherence to building codes and regulations.
Possess a strong background in general construction practices, enabling effective inspection of structures, plan reviews, and interpretation of site documentation (e.g., architectural drawings, maps, schematics, engineering designs).
Oversee the review and determination process for various permits, including approval or denial.
Maintain precise records of all approved permits.
Duties and Responsibilities
Examines and reviews permits, applications, engineered construction plans, and specifications for buildings, residential dwellings, and/or other structures to determine compliance with the provisions of the state building codes and related local ordinances for issuance of building permits.
Review proposed projects for compliance with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) regulations including building elevations and flood-resistant construction methods and materials.
Consults all applicable professional and official manuals, references, and code books in researching plans compliance, i.e., all construction disciplines, safety codes, fire resistance, hurricane resistance, energy codes, zoning regulations, and state statutes.
Demonstrates resourcefulness in researching review issues that indicate unusual/unique circumstances, with the intent to respect the needs of contractors and property owners while maintaining the integrity of established regulatory practices.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, LicensingMinimum Requirements
Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to High School graduation or GED equivalent and four years of experience as a Builder, Building Inspector, Engineer, Plans Reviewer, Superintendent of building construction, or closely related.
Licenses and/or Certifications
Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required.
Certification as a Plans Examiner as issued by the State of Florida through the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board or the ability to obtain a Provisional Building Plans Examiner license within ninety (90) days of hire and obtain the Standard Plans Examiner license within one (1) year is required.
Depending on the assignment may require additional certification.
Preferred Requirements
Associate's degree and five (5) years of experience as a Builder, Building Inspector, Engineer, Plans Reviewer, Superintendent of building construction, or closely related.
Certification as an Inspector in the desired category is preferred.
Supplemental Information
Working knowledge of building and fire codes and modern construction practices, methods, and materials is required.
Ability to read plans and specifications is required.
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with inspectors, engineers, builders, homeowners, and the general public.
The work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.What makes this opportunity right for you:At Lee County Government, we look to hire talented and innovative individuals who share our passion and want to make a lasting impact within our community. That's why we offer our employees a premier place to work by providing competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits, as well as being a participant in a robust State of Florida pension and investment retirement plans.Benefits Include:
Healthcare Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Disability Insurance: Both short-term and long-term options
Life Insurance: Including Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
Financial Planning: Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
Support Programs: Access to our Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off: Enjoy 11 paid holidays, along with generous vacation and sick leave
Recognition and Appreciation: Through our employee appreciation and peer recognition programs
Professional Development: Take advantage of numerous employee development opportunities
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply. Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf.To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdfHealth Benefits: Medical Insurance Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits. Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available. Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Medical Reimbursement Account Dependent Care Reimbursement Account Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline) Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee) Optional Life Insurance Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee) Short-Term Disability Sick Leave Pool Flu vaccinations Wellness ProgramsFinancial Benefits: Florida Retirement System (FRS) Two Retirement Plan Options:1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution) Deferred Compensation (457) Plans Financial Savings/Management Programs Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union Employee Leave Benefits Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually Paid Sick Leave Paid Vacation Leave Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave Family and Medical Leave Military Family & Medical Leave Educational LeaveEmployee Assistance ProgramServices available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.Educational AssistanceReimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.01 Do you possess any combination of education and/or experience equivalent to a High School graduation or GED equivalent and four years of experience as a Builder, Building Inspector, Engineer, Plans Reviewer, Superintendent of building construction, or closely related?
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Please explain how your background meets the qualifications for this role.
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Do you have the ability to obtain the Standard Provisional Building Plans Examiner license within 90 days of hire and obtain the Standard Plans Examiner license within one year? OR are you certified as a Plan Examiner by the State of Florida through the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board?
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This position may require you to acquire additional certifications. Are you able and willing to get additional certifications if asked?
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Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?
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AgencyLee County GovernmentAddressP.O. Box 398 ATT: Human Resources Fort Myers, Florida, 33902 Phone(239) 533-2245 Websitehttps://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email
