NEOGOV · 4 months ago
BUILDING PLAN REVIEWER I (5106)
Parish Wide - Jefferson Parish, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$45K/yr - $54K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is a part of Jefferson Parish, which is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Building Plan Reviewer I role involves technical work in the examination of construction plans for compliance with building codes and regulations, assisting applicants with permit applications, and issuing building permits for various construction projects.
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Responsibilities
Technical work in the examination of construction plans and blueprints for residential or commercial construction, alterations, and renovations for compliance with the Parish building code, zoning, and related Parish ordinances and the subsequent issuance of building permits
Receives applications for residential building permits; assists applicants in application completion; provides zoning, permit, code and fee information to the public, property owners, contractors, developers, architects, engineers and other interested parties
Consults with architects, engineers, contractors and others regarding projects
Issues permits for renovations, new residential as well as zoning matters such as fences, demolition, dumpsters, garage sales, temporary uses and other Parish regulated activities as assigned
Confirms legal descriptions for building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical; checks and authorizes form, top of slab, and FEMA finished construction elevation certificates
Keeps abreast of records of all building permit applications and maps indicating new streets, buildings and addresses
Maintains records of the current Jefferson Parish Zoning, Council Studies, and Interim Regulations for reference, ensuring permits are issued in compliance with these regulations
Qualification
Required
Completion of high school and at least three (3) years of work experience as a general construction contractor, building construction superintendent, architectural designer/draftsperson, or technical inspector/reviewer of residential or commercial construction plans
Possession of an accredited Associate's degree (or above) in civil engineering, construction management, architectural drafting/design, or a closely related concentration
Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status as a Building Inspector I, Electrical Inspector I, Plumbing Inspector I, or Mechanical Inspector I
Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status as a Permit Technician; plus, current certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Building Plans Examiner
Employees will be required to obtain certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Residential Plans Examiner or Building Plans Examiner prior to the completion of their probationary period
Preferred
Current certification by the ICC as a Residential Plans Examiner or Building Plans Examiner is preferred
Benefits
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Sick Leave
Holidays
Life Insurance
Medical Insurance
A Flexible Benefits Plan
Retirement
Tenure Payment
Deferred Compensation Plan(457b plan)
Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$700MKey Investors
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