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Fairfax County Government · 2 days ago

Plans Reviewer (Code Specialist II)

Fairfax, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$72K/yr - $120K/yr

2+ years exp

Fairfax County Government is responsible for the enforcement of codes and regulations within the community. The Plans Reviewer (Code Specialist II) evaluates fire and life safety plans, conducts inspections, and ensures compliance with various codes and ordinances related to construction and safety.

GovernmentService Industry

Responsibilities

Serves as a technical assistant in the interpretation, development, or enforcement of applicable codes, ordinances, and related internal policies

Provides technical interpretation for citizens, staff, and county officials, and ensures compliance and consistency in code ordinance, and regulatory enforcement

Evaluates plan submissions for code compliance and completeness and communicates deficiencies

Assists in the design and presentation of technical training concerning applicable codes, ordinances, policies, and regulatory requirements

Conducts reviews and/or inspections of projects designed or installed by contractors, developers, or individuals to verify compliance with applicable contracts, agreements, county and state codes and regulations

Engages in safe working practices and complies with safety programs and guidelines

Reports and monitors unsafe working conditions

Complies with safety competencies

Qualification

Virginia Uniform Statewide Building CodeVirginia Statewide Fire Prevention CodeFire Inspector I/II (NFPA 1031)Building Code Academy CertificationFire Protection Plans Examiner CertificationTechnical report preparationSafety complianceConflict resolutionEffective communicationInterpersonal skills

Required

Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with a bachelor's degree in a field of study directly related to the industry being regulated such as engineering, architecture, urban planning, biological or environmental science, public administration, law enforcement, legal studies or a related field; plus two years of progressively more responsible complaint resolution and/or code enforcement experience in the industry being regulated

Driver's License (Required)

Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development Building Code Academy (CORE Module) (Required within 12 months)

Fire Inspector I/II (NFPA 1031) from the Virginia Department of Fire Programs (Required within 12 months)

VDHCD Fire Protection Plans Examiner (Required within 18 months)

Ability to resolve conflicts and negotiate agreements using tact, diplomacy, and persuasion

Ability to speak clearly and concisely in front of various size groups and to effectively conduct group meetings

Ability to prepare clear and concise technical reports and suggested code and policy changes and to present findings in a clear and concise format

Ability to review site plans and communicate deficiencies

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others

Ability to handle interpersonal conflict situations with tact and diplomacy

Ability to negotiate and solve problems

Ability to comprehend and comply to safety practices

Preferred

Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development Building Code Academy (CORE Module) Certification

Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development Fire Protection Plans Examiner Certification

Fire Inspector I/II (NFPA 1031) from the Virginia Department of Fire Programs certification

Knowledge of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code and referenced standards

Experience with review of building and tenant drawings for construction type, structural fire resistance, means of egress, and fire protection system requirements

Experience, including laboratory and classroom experience, with fire protection systems, water distribution systems, building construction materials, processes and techniques, fire alarm systems, (including circuits and devices), codes, and standards

Experience with engineering calculation techniques for occupant loads, egress capacity, exit access travel distance, hydraulics, fire alarm circuitry, and for structural fire resistance