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Plan Reviewer, Senior City of Tempe Arizona - 3.2 Tempe, AZ Job Details Full-time $76,800 - $113,200 a year 17 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Qualifications Bachelor's degree Full Job Description Qualifications

PLAN REVIEWER, SENIOR

Open Date:

9/10/2026

Close Date:

9/24/2026

Pay Grade:

114

Annual Salary Range:

$76,800 - $113,200 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 Uniform Credit, Jeans and Safety Boot Allowance Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Wellness Program Discount on health premiums Medical Reimbursement Program; $66.11/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 11.98% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contribution Position is eligible for up to 24 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 Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Job Number:

RC#902505 DESCRIPTION / ESSENTIAL

FUNCTIONS

This position reviews residential and commercial construction plans and specifications to ensure compliance with building codes and safety regulations. Performs with limited supervisory oversight and may provide guidance to lower-level staff. Duties include, but are not limited to the following: Reviews plans and specifications for residential, commercial, industrial and multi-family projects to determine compliance with applicable building codes and safety regulations. ¿Issues correction notices for deficiencies or code violations in plan submissions Provides feedback and guidance to applicants regarding outstanding correction items ¿¿Prepare documents for permits to be issued. Maintains accurate records of reviewed plans ¿Coordinates with other departments to address any interdepartmental concerns or comments Confers with applicants, architects, engineers, contractors, owners, etc. on proposed projects to resolve issues. Provides technical information and recommendations during plan review ¿May provide guidance/training to lower-level staff May perform responsibilities of a similar nature and level as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

Experience:

Three (3) years of experience ¿in construction plan review, building code enforcement or inspections or related experience. 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) Building Plans Examiner (B3) certification¿ ¿¿Two (2) 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.¿

Additional:

Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the following: Criminal history review 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 United Arizona Employee Association (UAEA)

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.