Plan Reviewer

Employment Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Experience Required: 5 years of related work experience
Minimum Education Requirements: High School Diploma/GED
Supervisor: Building Official
Primary Work Location: Office setting with periodic in-the-field site visits/inspections
Physical requirements: This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects.
Certification: Valid Virginia Driver’s License- The following certifications need to be obtained within 18 months: Building Inspector Certification; Residential Plan Reviewer Certification; Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector Certification

Job Summary: The Plan Reviewer reviews all aspects of building construction plans submitted for compliance with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (VUSBC) for the purpose of ensuring the health and safety of all building occupants. This position holds an integral role in the Department of Community Development and the overall development of the County. This position performs technical, administrative, and research tasks related to the building division.

Essential Job Functions
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential duties:

• Review submitted hardcopy and digital residential building construction plans
• Provide technical code information to the public and to department staff
• Attend various meetings and training sessions to stay up to date on professional developments
• Communicates professionally with all stakeholders in the plan design and development process and actively participates in pre-construction meetings with architects, engineers, and contractors
• Conduct on-site inspections and enforce building codes
• Contribute to positive public relations by educating architects, engineers, contractors, and the general public concerning building code requirements and changes
• Receive complaints regarding non-compliant construction and perform enforcement duties
• Testify in court on code violation case
• Monitor revisions to the building code and policies
• Develop and update informational documents
• Work closely with building inspectors and permit specialists to ensure the process is successfully maintained

Knowledge

• Knowledge of sound engineering and construction techniques and practices
• Knowledge of all building codes adopted by the Commonwealth of Virginia
• Knowledge of Spanish language

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and professional skills
• Three or more years of building experience

Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with aptitude to learn new software and systems
• Regular work attendance is required

To Apply

Application review will begin as soon as possible. Position open until filled.

Rockingham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer