Plans Examiner Senior
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Job Description
Posting Date
06/24/25Application Deadline
07/08/25Pay Range
$30.00 - $47.00 hourlySalary offers are based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
Planning and DevelopmentAbout the Position
As the Plans Examiner Senior you will review commercial construction plans to ensure completeness accuracy and conformance to applicable building codes ordinances national standards and zoning regulations. The Senior also completes plan reviews of complex plans and specifications for residential and industrial construction while supporting the plan review staff.
About Us
Maricopa County is GROWING. At the Maricopa County Planning and Development Department we want you to join us in making that growth possible! With our wide range of services from land-use planning to building inspections and permit review we have positions that allow professionals in the planning construction engineering and trade fields to shape the future of the built environment.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balanceOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation sick time and parental leave
Extensive wellness program including healthcare premium discounts
Employee discounts for goods and services
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
Learn more at Work With Us Maricopa County AZ
We Require
Five years of experience in plan checking of architectural residential or commercial building plan review including reading and interpreting commercial and residential construction plans and specifications
High school diploma or GED
Post-secondary education in Architecture Engineering or a related field may substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis
Possess an ICC Building Plans Examiner certification or the ability to obtain one in six months
We Also Value
Licensed professional engineer or architect in Arizona
Building Assignment: International Code Council certification certification from the International Association of Plumbing & Mechanical Officials (I.A.P.M.O.) or International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI)
Post-secondary education in Urban Planning Urban Geography Architecture Engineering Landscape Architecture or a related field
Experience in conducting research analyzing problems and issues related to construction and building codes
Job Contributions
Perform complex building code reviews of Commercial building applications to ensure compliance with building codes and ordinances state statutes and federal/state regulations
Review more complex residential applications for compliance with building codes and ordinances
Prepare written plan review comments and update information in the permitting database
Function as a subject matter expert of the International Residential Building Mechanical Plumbing Fuel Gas and National Electrical codes
Provide guidance to Plans Examiner staff to ensure uniformity of procedures rules and regulations
Meets with and communicates building construction requirements to the general public architects engineers developers and real estate agents including on-call (in-person and virtual) services
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public staff members governmental agencies contractors and the public to explain and administer development requirements and codes
Research subdivision plats Assessor maps legal descriptions deeds of conveyance and easements
Review aerial and floodplain maps to gather information to determine the level of additional review required for permit issuance
Other duties assigned
Working Conditions
Exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally 10 pounds frequently or negligible amounts constantly or requires walking or standing to a significant degree
Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
Machines tools equipment software and hardware
PC and/or laptop with plan review software MS Office including Word and Excel PDD permitting system software
Protective equipment required
Hard hat safety shoes safety vest
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
