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Job Description
VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
Medical Insurance Paid Vacation & Holidays Dental Insurance Paid Sick Leave Vision Insurance Confidential Mental Health Support Group Life Insurance IMRF Retirement Benefits Employee Assistance Program Deferred Compensation Plan Notice of Accepting Applications for the
Position of:
Public Works Dept /
Engineering Division Annualized Salar/ Ranoe:
The hourly pay range for this position is $46.05 - $60.25. The starting hourly pay range is $46.05-$50,77 (DOQ), Brief Description As a valued member of the Engineering Div. team, you will play a key roie in ensuring of
Duties:
the safety, code compliance, and qua!ity of construction & deveiopment in the Village through thorough and comprehensive review of civil engineering plans and specifications to ensure strict adherence to Village zoning regulations, engineering standards, and environmentai regulations; Under general supervision, this roie also provides professional, customer-focused support to developers, contractors, and the public, collaborates with internal departments and promotes sustainable building practices to support the Vi!iage's long-term environmental and development goals; Conducts the plan review and inspections of site improvements for private development and associated work in the right-of-way (ROW) in conjunction with planning, zoning, building, and engineering processes; Coordinates pian review processes with internal departments (e.g. Fire, Planning, and Building), and provides clear written and verbal feedback to applicants, design professionals, and contractors regarding code compliance, deficiencies, and necessary revisions; Performs other work-related duties, as assigned, Required Training and Valid Driver's License; Minimum 5 years of experience in plan review, building
KnowiedQe:
inspection, or related fie!d; Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred; Working knowledge of the Internationai Mechanicai Code (IMC), Internationat Plumbing Code (!PC), and other !CC codes; Engineer-in-Training (E!T) or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred; Proficiency with permitting and plan review software (e,g, BS&A, BSuebeam) Familiarity with civit/site plan elements including grading, stormwater management, utilities, energy codes/sustainabiiity, and ADA accessibility; Strong communication ski!!s and attention to detail required; Ability to interpret and apply complex codes and regulations; Must follow ail safety rules of the
Village, Apptication Process:
interested parties should submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to: Vitiage ofSkokie Human Resources Division, 5127 Oakton St., Skokie, IL 60077, or email to Human. Resources(a)skokie.org. Applications are being accepted until the position is filled The Village of Skokie is an Equal Opportunity Employer 640355 VILLAGE
OF SKOKIE, ILLINOIS
Job Description Revised:
May 2026 JOB
IDENTIFICATION
Position Title:
Civil Plan Reviewer Salary Range:
A 240 FLSA
Non-exempt Department:
Public Works Division:
Engineering Reports To:
Senior Engineer Supervises:
None
JOB PURPOSE
To ensure the safety, code compliance, and quality of construction and development in the Village through thorough and comprehensive review of civit engineering plans and specifications to ensure strict adherence to applicabie building codes, zoning ordinances, engineering standards, and environmental regulations. This role also provides professionai, customer-focused support to developers, contractors, and the pubiic, coiiaborates with internai departments and promotes sustainabie buiiding practices to support the Village's long-term environmental and deveiopment goais.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
« Review architectural and civil engineering plans for commerciai and multi-famiiy residential for compliance with iocal ordinances, zoning regulations, and engineering standards; Conducts the plan review and inspections of site improvements for private deveiopment and associated work in the right-of-way (ROW) in conjunction with planning, zoning, building and engineering processes; Coordinate plan review processes with internal departments (e.g. Fire, Planning, and Buiiding); e Provide clear written and verbal feedback to applicants, design professionals, and contractors regarding code compliance, deficiencies, and necessary revisions; 639394 ® Manage and administer ROW utility permit program; Review and inspect private stormwater management; » Assist in the issuance of permits by verifying plan compliance and reviewing required documentation; Coordinates directly with property owners to implement solutions under the Residential Yard Drainage Assistance Program; Perform site visits for new residential buildings or additions, inciuding general site grading, drainage, and field inspections to verify compliance and assess complex design conditions; Coordinate with Metropolitan Water Reclamation District for permits and final inspections; ® Reviewing deveiopment pians through the Prefiminary P!an Review (PPR) and Site Pian review process; Uses the Village's permit and inspection tracking software to document permits, inspections and updates as needed; Participate in pre-submitta! and pre-construction meetings, as necessary; Ensure compliance with State and County regulations; Performs other work-related duties, as assigned
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
< Respond to inquiries from the public, developers, and contractors regarding plan requirements, codes, and procedures; » Stay current on changes to relevant codes and industry best practices; » Assist in the development or refinement of internal review procedures, checkiists, and policy updates; Follows at! safety rules of the Village
EDUCATION / TRAINING / EXPERIENCE
Minimum 5 years of experience sn plan review, building inspection, or related field; Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, preferred; » Working knowledge of the International Mechanical Code (IMC), International Plumbing Code (IPC), and other ICC codes; 639394 Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professionat Engineer (PE) license preferred; » Proficiency with permitting and pian review software (e.g., BS&A, Biuebeam); B Familiarity with dvJI/site p!an eiements including grading, stormwater management, utilities, energy codes/sustainability and ADA accessibility; Strong communication skills and attention to detail; < Ability to interpret and appiy complex codes and reguiations
OTHER NECESSARY REQUIREMENTS I LICENSES
a Valid Driver's License
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The work functions of this position are representative of medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionaliy, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, knee! or crouch. Reguiariy required to drive. Must have adequate hearing to communicate with coworkers and residents. The work is performed mainiy indoors, in an office-type setting, that is quiet except for office/communications equipment background noises, but may be subject to outdoor year- round climate conditions. The worker is subject to hazards due to working in ciose proximity to moving traffic and climbing on ladders; may be subject to atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases or poor ventilation,
