Community Development Department
Position: Building Plans Examiner/Inspector
Salary Range: $5,535.00 to $7,418.00 monthly; Starting Salary DOQ, DOE
Location Community Development Department
Employment Type: Full-time (40 hours/week); FSLA Exempt; Courthouse Union Benefits Apply
Open Until Filled
Full Time Benefits Include: • County pays $1,500 per month towards medical, dental, vision, life insurance and employee assistance program for employee and eligible family members • Retirement: Walla Walla County full time employees are eligible for Washington State Department of Retirement Services (DRS) • HRA Veba account: Employer contribution may apply • Wellness program • Access to MetLife Pet Insurance • Deferred compensation plans offered • Twelve paid holidays annually • Vacation accrual based on seniority (see Union Contract) • Benefited employees shall accrue sick leave benefits at the percentage rate of hours worked per week, to a maximum of eight (8) hours earned per month based on a forty (40) hour workweek but not less than one (1) hour per every forty (40) hours worked per County Policy 30.05.0
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Brief Duties and Responsibilities: The Building Plans Examiner / Inspector performs journey-level complex and technical reviews of plans and specifications and conducts field inspections of residential and commercial construction projects. Under the direction of the Building Official or Director, the Building Plans Examiner/Inspector interacts extensively with the public, contractors, design professionals, County staff, and other regulatory agencies. The Building Plans Examiner / Inspector also provides technical leadership within the Department, assisting the Building Official / Fire Marshal and the Community Development Director in navigating complex and new policy issues and code interpretation.
Working Environment/Physical Abilities: Work is performed both within an office setting and out of the office at construction and inspection sites. Inspector is required to climb ladder, walk on scaffolding, enter crawl spaces under structures and operate a motor vehicle. Required to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. Require sufficient hearing and speech ability to communicate verbally. Require manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate a computer, telephone, and peripherals. Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.
Minimum Qualifications: Education And Experience: Requires at least five (5) years of experience in building or fire inspection including two (2) years conducting building or fire plan review. Experience, education, and training in the construction trades, architecture, or engineering may also be considered. OR any equivalent combination of training, certification, and/or experience that provides the skills, knowledge and abilities required to perform the work described herein.
Licenses and other requirements: Must successfully pass a background check and a driving record check. Valid driver’s license and driving record acceptable to the County insurance carrier required.
Minimum possession of at least three (3) International Code Council (ICC) certifications at the time of hire in any of the following disciplines: Building, Fire, Mechanical, or Plumbing. Must have the ability to obtain three (3) certifications within twelve (12) months of hire. Plans Examiner certifications are strongly preferred.
For Application: Application, resume and cover letter required. Job description is available on our website at www.co.walla-walla.wa.us where you can apply online.
SELECTION IS BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS, BACKGROUND CHECK, DRIVING RECORD CHECK, AND ORAL INTERVIEWS.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER / ADA COMPLIANT