Plan Check Assistant

PERKS:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Strong commitment to your professional development
• Flexible work environment and schedules (9/80)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

We have an excellent opportunity in the Community Development Department for the position of Plan Check Assistant!

We seek a customer service oriented individual with the competence and experience to address challenges with confidence and professionalism. The Plan Check Assistant performs a range of duties in reviewing and checking building construction plans (residential, commercial, and industrial) for compliance with all applicable State and City codes.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Review construction plans for additions, alterations, and repairs, and other projects to ensure compliance with all applicable codes and ordinances
• Respond to inquiries from, and provide information to architects, engineers, contractors, building designers, owners, and the general public regarding project status, Plan Checking, and other code related issues
• Provide assistance at public service counter (over the counter Plan Checking, code questions, and permit issuance)
• Perform routine engineering analysis and calculations
• Approve over-the-counter plan revisions to issued permits

Ideal Candidate:

• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and civil engineering plans to ensure conformance with building code standards, and other related regulations
• Outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with external and internal partners
• Problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Knowledge of routine engineering procedures, terminology, and principles related to structural components of buildings and structures
• Equivalent to a high school diploma, with specialized vocational or college level coursework in construction technology, architecture, engineering, or related field
• 2+ years technical experience in construction Plan Checking, building inspection, or a related field
• An ICC certification as a Plans Examiner and/or Combination Building Inspector
• A valid California Class C driver’s license

FILING DEADLINE: The first review will take place on Monday, February 12, 2024. Additional information about the City is available on our website at www.toaks.org. For additional information or questions, please contact staff in the Human Resources Department at (805) 449-2144.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38.06 - $57.10 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person