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Location : Anchorage, AK
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 42971
Department: Public Safety
Division: Fire and Life Safety
Opening Date: 11/20/2023
Closing Date: 11/30/2023 5:00 PM Alaska
Division: Fire and Life Safety
Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only
Bargaining Unit: General Government
Range: 19
Job Description
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
Examine and review the most complex plans and specifications involving new construction, alterations and remodeling for compliance with International Building, Fire, Mechanical, and Fuel Gas Codes, and referenced code standards as adopted by the State of Alaska Administrative Code. Major developments include new schools, hospitals, correctional centers, large shopping centers and processing complexes, representing industrial, commercial, and multi-story residential structures.
Establish and approve maximum occupancy sizes, fire resistant materials, exit requirements, fire alarm and extinguishing systems, while examining and reviewing plans involving nonstructural items such as sprinklers, fire pumps, standpipes, water supply requirements and calculations.
Review and comment on proposed regulations, legislation and building codes; assist in drafting regulations, procedures and codes which affect plan reviews and building inspections; recommend changes in procedures to increase efficiency in plan reviews. Function as an advisor to the State Fire Marshal on technical code interpretations and fire safety matters for building construction.
OUR ORGANIZATION, MISSION, AND CULTURE:
Our mission is to prevent the loss of life and property from fire and explosion. Fire safety is improved through three means; Enforcement, Engineering, and Education. The Plan Review Bureau meets the Engineering means of our mission.
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM:
This position enables you to become a valuable member of the plan review team and allowing you the option to move into the division level, possibly becoming the Alaska State Fire Marshal. Learning the design and construction industry across the State of Alaska while making a difference in public buildings ensuring Fire and Life Safety. Provided an excellent opportunity for on-the-job training and formal training classes.
THE WORKING CONDITIONS YOU CAN EXPECT:
The location of the position is 5700 East Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99507. Primarily an office environment that has potential to conduct site visits.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
To be successful in the position a candidate will need the following core competencies:
The Department of Public Safety strives to preserve the peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, and protect life and property. All positions support or carry out the Department's mission. If our mission interests you and this position embodies your strengths, please consider joining our team.
More information about the Department of Public Safety can be found on our website: http://dps.alaska.gov/
To view the general description and example of duties for a Building Plans Examiner 1 please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
Special Notes:
Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining certification as either an ICC Building Plans Examiner or Fire Inspector 1 within six (6) months of hire.
Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining certification as an ICC Building Plans Examiner, Fire Code Inspector 2, and Mechanical Inspector within eighteen (18) months of hire
Valid Driver's License
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities in:
Three years of experience either reviewing construction plans and specifications or performing building construction inspections for compliance with regulations regarding design and construction codes.
Special Note:
Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining certification as either an ICC Building Plans Examiner or Fire Inspector 1 within six months of hire.
Continued employment is contingent up on obtaining certification as an ICC Building Plans Examiner, Fire Inspector 2, and Mechanical Inspector within 18 months of hire.
Additional Required Information
A cover letter is required for this position.
Documents required at application submission:
If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:
COVER LETTER
Applicants are required to include a cover letter with their application for this position. In your cover letter, in professional business format, detail your experience, training and/or education that support the "key responsibilities" of this position, how you meet the Minimum Qualifications, and how your prior experiences/education support the "desired knowledge, skills and abilities" listed in the job description.
Your cover letter will be used as a writing example. Applicants are advised to pay attention to spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, fax or email it to the contact number provided in the job posting. Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
BACKGROUND CHECK
This position requires the incumbent to submit to a fingerprint based criminal history background check.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Applications will be reviewed to determine if minimum qualifications are met. Therefore, all work experiences the applicant is using to meet minimum qualifications for this position must be documented in the application package. Please include the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether the employment was full or part-time. Applicants who submit packages that do not provide sufficient information to demonstrate minimum qualifications are met may not advance in the selection process.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirements in order to be considered for employment at this time.
NOTICE
If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'govermentjobs.com' domains. For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword.
WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.
For applicant password assistance please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Timothy Fisher
Building Plans Examiner 2
Phone: (907) 269-5486
Fax: (907) 269-0098
or
Jennifer Sexton
Administrative Assistant 1
Phone: 907-269-5491
Fax: 907-338-4375
Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.
For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)
Insurance BenefitsThe following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information. Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Optional Insurance Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Retirement Benefits
Location : Anchorage, AK
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 42971
Department: Public Safety
Division: Fire and Life Safety
Opening Date: 11/20/2023
Closing Date: 11/30/2023 5:00 PM Alaska
Division: Fire and Life Safety
Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only
Bargaining Unit: General Government
Range: 19
Job Description
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
Examine and review the most complex plans and specifications involving new construction, alterations and remodeling for compliance with International Building, Fire, Mechanical, and Fuel Gas Codes, and referenced code standards as adopted by the State of Alaska Administrative Code. Major developments include new schools, hospitals, correctional centers, large shopping centers and processing complexes, representing industrial, commercial, and multi-story residential structures.
Establish and approve maximum occupancy sizes, fire resistant materials, exit requirements, fire alarm and extinguishing systems, while examining and reviewing plans involving nonstructural items such as sprinklers, fire pumps, standpipes, water supply requirements and calculations.
Review and comment on proposed regulations, legislation and building codes; assist in drafting regulations, procedures and codes which affect plan reviews and building inspections; recommend changes in procedures to increase efficiency in plan reviews. Function as an advisor to the State Fire Marshal on technical code interpretations and fire safety matters for building construction.
OUR ORGANIZATION, MISSION, AND CULTURE:
Our mission is to prevent the loss of life and property from fire and explosion. Fire safety is improved through three means; Enforcement, Engineering, and Education. The Plan Review Bureau meets the Engineering means of our mission.
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM:
This position enables you to become a valuable member of the plan review team and allowing you the option to move into the division level, possibly becoming the Alaska State Fire Marshal. Learning the design and construction industry across the State of Alaska while making a difference in public buildings ensuring Fire and Life Safety. Provided an excellent opportunity for on-the-job training and formal training classes.
THE WORKING CONDITIONS YOU CAN EXPECT:
The location of the position is 5700 East Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99507. Primarily an office environment that has potential to conduct site visits.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
To be successful in the position a candidate will need the following core competencies:
- Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing building plan reviews and conscientious about attention to details.
- Critical Thinking: Uses logic and reasoning during plan reviews to identify fire and life safety building requirements and offer alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.
- Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
- Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a brief, clear, and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.
The Department of Public Safety strives to preserve the peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, and protect life and property. All positions support or carry out the Department's mission. If our mission interests you and this position embodies your strengths, please consider joining our team.
More information about the Department of Public Safety can be found on our website: http://dps.alaska.gov/
To view the general description and example of duties for a Building Plans Examiner 1 please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
Special Notes:
Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining certification as either an ICC Building Plans Examiner or Fire Inspector 1 within six (6) months of hire.
Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining certification as an ICC Building Plans Examiner, Fire Code Inspector 2, and Mechanical Inspector within eighteen (18) months of hire
Valid Driver's License
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities in:
- Principles of engineering as applied to fire prevention and life safety.
- Appropriate safety and fire protection methods as related to building construction or alterations.
- Principles, practices, materials and equipment used in industrial, residential and commercial construction.
- Interpretation of federal, state, and municipal codes governing housing and building construction, including the Uniform Building Code and Standards, Uniform Fire Code and Standards, Uniform Mechanical Code, International Building, Fire and Mechanical code and associated referenced standards.
Three years of experience either reviewing construction plans and specifications or performing building construction inspections for compliance with regulations regarding design and construction codes.
Special Note:
Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining certification as either an ICC Building Plans Examiner or Fire Inspector 1 within six months of hire.
Continued employment is contingent up on obtaining certification as an ICC Building Plans Examiner, Fire Inspector 2, and Mechanical Inspector within 18 months of hire.
Additional Required Information
A cover letter is required for this position.
Documents required at application submission:
- Cover letter - see cover letter blurb below
If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:
- List of three (3) professional references.
- Last two (2) performance evaluations (letter of recommendation from current or former supervisor may be substituted).Required documents
COVER LETTER
Applicants are required to include a cover letter with their application for this position. In your cover letter, in professional business format, detail your experience, training and/or education that support the "key responsibilities" of this position, how you meet the Minimum Qualifications, and how your prior experiences/education support the "desired knowledge, skills and abilities" listed in the job description.
Your cover letter will be used as a writing example. Applicants are advised to pay attention to spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, fax or email it to the contact number provided in the job posting. Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
BACKGROUND CHECK
This position requires the incumbent to submit to a fingerprint based criminal history background check.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Applications will be reviewed to determine if minimum qualifications are met. Therefore, all work experiences the applicant is using to meet minimum qualifications for this position must be documented in the application package. Please include the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether the employment was full or part-time. Applicants who submit packages that do not provide sufficient information to demonstrate minimum qualifications are met may not advance in the selection process.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirements in order to be considered for employment at this time.
NOTICE
If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'govermentjobs.com' domains. For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword.
WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.
For applicant password assistance please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Timothy Fisher
Building Plans Examiner 2
Phone: (907) 269-5486
Fax: (907) 269-0098
or
Jennifer Sexton
Administrative Assistant 1
Phone: 907-269-5491
Fax: 907-338-4375
Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.
For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)
Insurance Benefits
- Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
- The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information.
- AVTEC
- Confidential
- Correctional Officers
- Marine Engineers
- Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
- Supervisory
- Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
- Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
- The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information.
- General Government
- Labor, Trades and Crafts
- Public Safety Employees Association
- Masters, Mates & Pilots
Optional Insurance Benefits
- Group-based insurance premiums for
- Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
- Long-term and short-term disability
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
- Supplemental Survivor Benefits
Retirement Benefits
- Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
- Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
- Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
- Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
- Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
- Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment op...
