Building Plans Examination Engineer 2 (Construction)

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CONTACT INFORMATION

The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is Stefan Koprivica City of Philadelphia

• Office of Human Resources 1401 JFK Blvd.

, Room 1530 Philadelphia, PA 19102-1675

Phone:

215-686-3159

Fax:

215-686-0861

Email:

stefan.koprivica@phila.gov For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at 215-686-0880 or email hrhelpdesk@phila.gov Notes to Applicants and Projected Exam Information

ELIGIBLE LIST

DEPARTMENTAL-ONLY

PROMOTIONAL

Only a departmental promotional eligible list for the Department of Licenses and Inspections will be established as a result of this examination. Candidates who pass the exam and are placed on the civil service list will be retained on the list for a minimum of one year and a maximum of two years after the establishment of the Eligible List.

PREFERENCE FOR PHILADELPHIA RESIDENTS

Candidates who have maintained a bona fide residence in Philadelphia for at least one year prior to the date of the civil service examination shall have priority over all other persons receiving an identical test score. For Training and Experience evaluations, in which applicants will not be asked to appear to take a scheduled examination, the residency preference eligibility date is the planned eligible list date listed on this announcement. To receive such preference, candidates must respond to the question regarding residence later in this form. The response on this application will be used to determine eligibility for preference for residents. Documentation of residence may be required if there is any question as to whether you meet the residency preference requirements. If an applicant does not respond to the appropriate residence question, it will be assumed that the applicant does not qualify for residence preference. Eligibility for residence preference must be determined by the date of the test administration. No requests for residence preference will be granted after the test administration.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION

Applicants will be evaluated and scored based upon their training and experience credentials. Applicants will not be asked to appear to take a scheduled examination. Scores in the Training and Experience Evaluation will be based on documentation of education and experience provided by the candidate. To receive full credit for your education and experience, you should submit all relevant documentation including college transcripts, licenses, certifications, paid out of class documentation, etc. and provide a detailed description of your education, experience, and credentials. An Eligible List will be established the week of July 20, 2026. Please note that this date may change.

CERTIFICATION RULE

Rule of Five (5)

TEST REVIEW

In accordance with Civil Service Regulation 9.091D, candidates may review their answer sheets and other test papers to determine if they have been scored correctly or if there has been an irregularity in the administration of the examination. Candidates will have 30 days after the results have been mailed to review their test and to file a written appeal. Call 215 686-0880 if you wish to schedule a test review. Level of Education Required College Minimum Acceptable Training and Experience

ANTICIPATED ELIGIBILITY

Candidates who meet all eligibility requirements within six (6) months of the application deadline will be admitted to this examination. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list but may not be hired or promoted until all requirements have been satisfied. 1.

CIVIL SERVICE STATUS

Presently employed by the City of Philadelphia with permanent Civil Service status in the Licenses and Inspections Department with a performance rating of Satisfactory or higher.

AND CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTY 2. EDUCATION

Completion of a bachelor's degree program at an accredited college or university, with major course work in civil engineering.

AND 3. GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Two years of civil engineering experience.

AND 4. SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Three years of civil engineering experience at the full performance level examining or developing major construction plans for conformance to acceptable engineering practices and ordinances.

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATES

Certification by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Labor and Industry, in accordance with the PA Uniform Construction Codewithin6 months of appointment in the following categories:

CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTY

Building Inspector Building Plans Examiner Mechanical Plans Examiner Energy Plans Examiner Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner

ALL SPECIALTIES

Completion of course work or continuing education credits necessary to maintain certification during tenure of employment as Building Plans Examination Engineer 2. Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to and during tenure of employment in this class, if required by work assignment.

TRANSCRIPT AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Candidates MUST submit a copy of their official college or university transcript(s) indicating completion of the educational requirement and any required licenses or certifications at the time of application. Transcripts MUST indicate conference of the appropriate degree. Candidates with a degree from foreign colleges or universities must submit proof of degree as certified by a professional evaluation service. If you have ever submitted a paper transcript, license, and/or certification for any City of Philadelphia civil service examination, you must submit another document. Option 1

• Upload a paperless transcript, license, and/or certification
• One time only!

You may upload documents into your account and attach a document with this application. Once the document is uploaded to your account, it may be attached to all future applications. Attaching your document will save you time and money if you apply for an examination in the future, and you will be assured that your transcript cannot be misplaced. Your documents should be uploaded and attached to your application before it is submitted. They cannot be uploaded or added to your application electronically after your application has been submitted. Option 2

• Submit a paper transcript, license, or certification
• Separate document required for each application If you submit a paper copy of a transcript, license, registration or certification, the document will be used for this application only.

You will have to submit documents again whenever you apply for an examination in the future. Paper documents will not be retained and will not be returned to applicants. Mailing address for paper transcript and other required materials: Stefan Koprivica City of Philadelphia

• Office of Human Resources 1401 JFK Blvd.

, Room 1530 Philadelphia, PA 19102-1675

Phone:

215-686-3159

Fax:

215-686-0861

Email:

Stefan.

Koprivica@Phila.gov