Master Plans Examiner

Lucas County Building Regulations

POSITION: Master Plans Examiner

HOURS: 8: 00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday

RATE OF PAY: Grade 30 $74,422.40 - $90,376.00

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under supervision of the Chief Building Official, C.B.O., and within the hierarchal organizational structure of the department as adopted by the County Commissioners, services include but are not limited to:

Review of construction documents for compliance with provisions of the Ohio Building Code, the Residential Code of Ohio, and the Flood Damage Prevention Code of Lucas County; verifies appropriateness of plans and specifications submitted; accesses records/files/documents; assists in data entry, maintenance and retrieval of plan review reports; generates plan review correction letters, recommends approvals, adjudication orders and other reports as needed/requested by the C.B.O.; assists and communicates with the public during plan review process; assists the inspectors during construction phases with information on approved documents/waivers received/code questions, etc.; assists the C.B.O. with field investigations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Verify compliance with the Building, Residential, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fuel Gas, and Energy Conservation Codes and their referenced standards as adopted by the State of Ohio through the plan review process per the guidelines/instructions of the C.B.O.; writing plan review reports, rough drafting adjudication orders, etc. during the plan review process; assisting the public during the plan review process.

Assists the office staff during the permit application process. Review of application documents and data for verification of required information submitted; cross-checking applications, fees, fines and violations for correctness of amounts levied or submitted; cross-checking applications for additional documentation that may be required by the C.B.O.

Consults with design professionals/contractors/owners as directed by the C.B.O. concerning violations and recommended correctives measures.

Assist in providing guidance and technical assistance to the inspectors in their preparation of reports.

Attends hearings, meetings, and seminars as required by the C.B.O., and assists the C.B.O. in offering training, continuing educational programs and meeting with the inspectors and office staff.

Communicates information to and from inspectors in the field via phone, radio, telemetry data, etc. Provides contractors and applicants notification of inspection information, adjudication orders, supplemental information needs, examinations, stop work orders, and C.B.O. instructions. Maintain files pertaining to construction projects.

Reviews video and other photographic material for code compliance.

Additional duties as assigned by the Chief Building Official.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Graduate from an accredited university with a degree in architecture, engineering or closely related field.

Ohio registered engineer or architect.

Certification as a State of Ohio Master Plans Examiner.

Valid driver=s license with driving privileges in the State of Ohio
Certification as both a Residential and Commercial Building Official within 1 year of hire

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of construction industry terms/methods/construction documents.

Knowledge of building, mechanical, plumbing, fire suppression and fire alarm codes and standards.

Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Good analytical skills, and abilities to interpret highly technical documents

Ability to resolve conflict/complaints from employees and public. Must have a high stamina for extenuating circumstances.

During probationary period, must obtain and demonstrate familiarity with enabling legislation of the department. Must also become familiar with records, files, and documents of the department.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Position will require travel including overnight travel and development work on weekends/holiday.
May require hours beyond normal 40 hour work week.
May require use of personal vehicle (mileage reimbursement).

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