Plans Reviewer

Plans Reviewer Department of Buildings - 3.5 Washington, DC Job Details Full-time $92,656 - $118,558 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Project reporting Document review (document control) Data reporting Collaborating with government agencies Mid-level Local building codes Permitting phase involvement Full Job Description This position is in the Department of Buildings, Office of Construction and Building Standards, Residential Energy Plan Review. The mission of the Department of Buildings (DOB) is to protect the health, safety, economic interests, quality of life, and sustainability of residents, businesses, and visitors in the District of Columbia by issuing licenses and permits, conducting inspections, enforcing building, housing, and safety codes, regulating land use and development, and providing consumer education and advocacy services. The incumbent Plan Reviewer's responsibility is to review and ensure design and construction documents comply with the District of Columbia Energy Conservation Code before a building permit is issued. Duties and Responsibilities Assists with all facets of the DOB Permitting Program, including program development, maintenance, and plan review. Reviews project plans, drawings, specifications, and other construction documents for compliance, as applicable, with the District of Columbia Building Construction Codes, both manually and electronically. Conducts a technical review of building permit application drawings and supporting documents to ensure compliance with the District of Columbia Construction Codes. Prepares reports for customers detailing any non-compliant building codes identified during plan reviews. Compiles and maintains weekly and monthly management reports on plan reviews, documenting customer interactions, including issues and solutions as well as a list of potential problem projects and any requested subject specific reports. Collaborates with colleagues and managers, as well as other relevant agencies within the District of Columbia Government, to assist customers in obtaining building permits. Qualifications and Education Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression Licenses and Certifications Must possess or obtain within six (6) months ICC certification Residential Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner Must possess or obtain within twelve (12) months: Residential Plans Examiner or Building Plans Examiner Working Conditions/Environment Work is predominately sedentary; however, some visits to construction sites may be necessary after initial review. Additionally, some bending, lifting and stooping may be required.

Other Significant Facts Tour of Duty:

Monday - Friday 8:15am - 4:45pm

Pay Plan, Series and Grade:

CS-0301-12

Promotion Potential:

None Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is covered under a collective bargaining unit represented by AFGE 2725 and you may be required to pay an agency service fee through direct payroll deduction.

Position Designation:

The incumbents of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC personnel regulations, Suitability. This position is designated as Security Sensitive .

EEO Statement:

The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.