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Job Description
Plan Reviewer Manager City of Tempe Arizona - 3.2 Tempe, AZ Job Details Full-time $106,500 - $157,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Wellness program Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Qualifications Management Bachelor's degree Full Job Description Qualifications
PLAN REVIEWER MANAGER
This recruitment is open until the position is filled. First review of applications will occur on 7/2/26
Pay Grade:
118
Annual Salary Range:
$106,500 - $157,000 The successful candidate's placement in the salary range will depend upon previous experience in a similar role. The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 13 Paid Holidays and 1 Personal Day Vacation Accrual starts at 9.33 hours/month. Higher monthly vacation accrual rates may be available with prior ASRS service. Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Wellness Program Discount on health premiums Medical Reimbursement Program; $61.16/month Tuition Reimbursement; $6,500/year Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contribution Position is eligible for up to 40 hours of floating holiday leave To view the employee benefit summary, please visit: Employee Benefit Summary Department /
Division:
Community Development/Building Safety Job Type :
Full-Time Regular This position is classified as safety sensitive. Employees in safety sensitive positions are prohibited from all marijuana usage whether medical or recreational.
Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Job Number:
RC#902472 DESCRIPTION / ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS
This position Plans, organizes, and supervises plan review operations within the Building Safety Division. Manages the implementation of the City's master plan. Participate in budget preparation and administration. Duties include, but are not limited to the following: Monitors overall implementation of the City's master plan. Establishes schedules and methods for plan reviews and permit issuance. Implement policies and procedures as directed. Participate in budget preparation and administration. Prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations, submits justifications for proposed expenditures, and monitors and controls expenditures. Administers plan revision process and reviews building plans to determine code compliance. Recommend changes in codes to resolve design and interpretation issues and to accommodate new materials and new design concepts. Performs field inspections as necessary to determine code compliance and proper installation of the more complicated structures or systems. Responds to questions and advises the public concerning codes and plan check reports. Provides technical support and recommendations on neighborhood planning assignments, including data gathering and community participation projects. Attend public meetings and initial project meetings to inform applicants of Tempe's building code requirements, policies, and procedures. Prepares and presents written oral reports to City Council. Plans, directs, and manages the day-to-day operations of the Building Safety division. Hire, trains, and manages staff. Conducts performance assessments and disciplinary actions as required. May perform responsibilities of a similar nature and level as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Experience:
5 years of experience in construction plan review, building code enforcement or inspections, or related experience with at least two (2) years in a supervisory capacity. Candidates must have the minimum amount of work experience. Years of experience are based upon a full-time work schedule (2,080 hours per year). The sum of an applicant's full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience.
Education:
Bachelor's degree Professional Licensure and/or
Certifications:
International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Building Plans Examiner (B3) certification Four (4) ICC certifications• or a Master Code Professional (MCP) or Certified Building Official (CBO) designation Eligible ICC certifications: Residential Plans Examiner, Electrical Plans Examiner, Plumbing Plans Examiner, Mechanical Plans Examiner, Combination Plans Examiner, Commercial or Residential Building Inspector, Commercial or Residential Electrical Inspector, Commercial or Residential Plumbing Inspector, Commercial or Residential Mechanical Inspector, Commercial or Residential Combination Inspector. The following can substitute for one (1) of the additional required ICC certifications: a licensed Engineer or licensed Architect designation. ¿¿ ICC Certified Building Official, obtain within six (6) months of hire.¿
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the following: Criminal history review Post offer/pre-employment drug and alcohol screen For a complete list of City of Tempe job descriptions go to: Job Descriptions | City of Tempe, AZ This position is FLSA Exempt which means employees are not eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time. Employees in this position are represented by the Tempe Supervisors' Association (TSA)
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
: The City of Tempe is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 480-350-8276. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
