To participate in and perform the more complex and professional plan review; participate in the enforcement of the City’s codes for development and activities of permitting, records management, and development review. Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the advanced journey and lead level in the Plan Check series. Assignments are based upon complexity of the project, requiring the exercise of independent judgment and initiative in prioritizing, scheduling, and coordinating work. Incumbents a... more details
The City of Salinas is accepting applications for a Senior Plan Check Engineer. This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time. Apply today!
In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an Educational Achievement premium of 2.5% for a Bachelor's degree plus 2.5% for a job-related graduate degree. This position will also receive a 4% salary increase effective in July 2024. Please click here for a complete description of benefits.
Certificate of registration as a civil and/or structural engineer in the State of California is required within the 18-month probationary period.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:All applicants must provide proof of the required education, certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT), and International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Building Plans Examiner (B3) at the time of application or submit to the Human Resources Department. Applicants with foreign degrees/transcripts must provide U.S. degree equivalency by submitting a credential evaluation report. Applications are incomplete without the required documents and will be disqualified. Applicants are responsible for ensuring all documents are received.
Summary of Duties: To participate in and perform the more complex and professional plan review; participate in the enforcement of the City’s codes for development and activities of permitting, records management, and development review.
Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the advanced journey and lead level in the Plan Check series. Assignments are based upon complexity of the project, requiring the exercise of independent judgment and initiative in prioritizing, scheduling, and coordinating work. Incumbents are expected to perform more complex plan review with a substantial level of professional training and experience.
Supervision Received and Exercised:Receives general direction from the Supervising Plan Checker or Department Director designee. May exercise supervision of staff as assigned.
Essential Job Functions
Responds and takes appropriate action to public inquiries and concerns related to permit submittals, counter questions, and general inquiries regarding all community development projects.
Performs plan check for permit issuance.
Makes oral presentations at City Council or other boards as assigned.
Monitors the annual budget for contract plan review staff.
Monitors State and City fees for compliance with the budget documents and fee and charge reports.
Prepares and reviews plans specifications, estimates and technical reports for accuracy, suitability, and completeness with interpretation of the adopted codes.
Prepares written reports and correspondence.
Confers with contractors, consulting engineers, sub?dividers, and members of the public on complex development projects.
Performs complex engineering design review.
Assess the work of the City’s outside plan check consultants work and coordinates with outside plan check consultants for consistency and accuracy in plan reviews.
Reviews and prepares comments for all levels of project review.
Coordinates with other City departments in the permitting and plan checking process.
Reviews development proposals and building plan checks, prepares conditions of approval, and recommends corrections.
Provides input regarding permit tracking systems and procedures to resolve problems and improve efficiency.
Works as a point of contact for complex projects.
Maintains the information distribution aspect of the Permit Services Division, including handouts, Web updates, and staff training.
May provide direction to or serve as a lead for lower-level staff, as assigned.
Works with other staff to develop and implement overall development review process.
May coordinate the preparation, distribution, explanation, tabulation, and review of new code interpretations.
Assists in court actions involving building, housing, plumbing, electrical and related violations.
May act on behalf of the Supervising Plan Checker in his/her absence.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:
The methods, materials, techniques, and practices employed in building design, construction, and inspection
Civil engineering principles as they pertain to building construction
Building structural engineering principles and practices
Applicable City, State and Federal laws, codes, and ordinances
Building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and related codes and regulations
Forms, permits, plans, and specifications used in a building inspection and code enforcement program
Methods of report preparation and presentation
Past and current building code standards
Principles of organization, administration, and budget management in municipal government
Principles and practices of administration, training, workload planning, establishing goals and objectives and problem-solving techniques
Ability to:
Review and perform complex plan review engineering work, computations verifying, design and construction of a variety of projects
Prepare clear, concise and accurate reviews of specifications and technical reports
Accurately interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies.
Conduct engineering inspections in the field
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Deal tactfully and effectively with the general public, civic and community groups and public officials
Communicate with other engineers and other City personnel regarding the conduct and completion of submitted projects
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Operate a personal computer and applicable software programs
Effectively organize workload
Assist in developing Department policies and procedures in area of assignment
Skills to:
Examine building plans, calculations, and specifications for accuracy and compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations
Perform, review, and document the review of engineering calculations
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil or structural engineering or architecture.
Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional experience as a plan checker preparing and/or reviewing plans for conformance with ICC model codes.
Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid California Driver's License. Possession of a certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT).Obtain certificate of registration as a civil and/or structural engineer in the State of California within the 18-month probationary period.Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Building Plans Examiner (B3). Employee must complete SB1343 Sexual Harassment Prevention Training within six months of appointment and every two years thereafter.
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Physical, mental and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position; manual dexterity sufficient to write, use telephone, computer, business machines and related equipment; vision sufficient to read printed materials, visual display terminals, detailed fine writing on plans and specifications for development projects, and distinguish colors for design evaluation purposes; hearing sufficient to conduct in person and telephone conversations; speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in a normal conversational distance, on the telephone and in addressing groups; physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop and reach overhead as needed; physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment, physical strength to lift up to 30 lbs.; physical stamina sufficient to sit for prolonged periods of time; mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions.
Business office working environment subject to sitting at a desk or counter for long periods of time, bending, crouching, or kneeling at files, pushing/pulling of file drawers and supplies, reaching in all directions and prolonged periods of time working at a computer terminal. Occasional field inspections to investigate field problems affecting code compliance and/or resolve code interpretation. Occasionally includes driving to job sites, trainings, and off-site meetings. Occasionally conduct City business during evening hours, including occasional weekend and irregular hours.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.
For questions, please contact Patricia Peñaloza, Human Resources Manager, at (831) 758-7416 or patricia.penaloza@ci.salinas.ca.us
Veteran’s Preference: A veteran is defined in accordance with California Government Code 18540.4. In order to exercise this preference, the veteran must submit the City’s Veteran’s Preference Application and provide a copy of the DD-214 form at time of application as proof of military status. Failure to submit the required forms will be deemed a waiver of veteran's preference. Military veterans shall be given preference in initial appointment to City service. Further details can be obtained from the Human Resources Department, at 831-758-7254.
Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all City of Salinas employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.
Selection Process: Applicants’ qualifications will be evaluated based on the information provided on the employment application. The exam process may consist of an application appraisal, oral interview, assessment center and/or written exam. The City reserves the right to use alternate testing procedures if deemed necessary. CITY COMMUNICATION REGARDING THE SELECTION PROCESS WILL BE VIA E-MAIL. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE ACCESS TO THE E-MAIL ON YOUR APPLICATION.Finalist interview/assessment will be held with the City of Salinas.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Salinas does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor. The City of Salinas makes reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability. Individuals requiring any accommodation in order to participate in the testing process must inform the Human Resources Director in writing no later than the final filing date stated in this job announcement. Requests for accommodation should include an explanation of the type and extent of accommodations needed to participate in the selection process and/or to perform the duties of the job for which they have applied. EEO Utilization Report is available for candidate review upon request.
Salary Steps: The following applies for Full-Time Regular positions only. Appointments are normally made at the first step. Consideration is given for increase to the second step after successful completion of the probationary period. (Employees appointed at a higher step will be eligible for consideration for the next step after one year, providing they successfully complete a probationary period.)
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