Senior Plan Check Engineer



Job Details

Senior Plan Check Engineer
Employer

City of El Segundo

Salary

$109,326.24 - $130,113.36 Annually

Location

El Segundo, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2018-2-17

Department

Planning and Building Safety

Opening Date

02/12/2018

Description

The City of El Segundo is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Plan Check Engineer to be part of our Building & Safety team, the likes of which serves a beautiful and transforming community.  Discover what makes the City of El Segundo an amazing place to work!  The Department of Planning and Building Safety consists of a Building Safety Division and a Planning Division.  We work on complex and interesting projects including creative offices, sport training facilities, Chevron refinery, retail buildings, office campuses, hotels, residential developments, and tenant improvements of all sorts. The diversity of projects provides an opportunity to work with an integrated approach, both with the public and inter-departmentally. 

Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelors degree in Civil Engineering and five (5) years progressively responsible experience checking construction plans of commercial, industrial, and residential structures, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California is required. Additionally, due to the performance of field duties, a valid California driver's license is required.

Ideal Candidate:
In addition to the technical knowledge of the different codes, the ideal candidate for this position will possess exceptional character and integrity. The candidate should have the ability to foster teamwork and guide team members to excel; motivate staff to explore their potential within the scope of their work; locate process improvement opportunities and develop programs to enhance work efficiency; organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines; exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex design interpretations; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; resolve disputes; perform work involving considerable attention to detail prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports. The ideal candidate should exemplify an enthusiastic, resourceful, and effective customer service attitude.

Benefits:
The Senior Plan Check Engineer is a full-time professional position in the City's Supervisory and Professional Employees' Association (SPEA)*.  In addition to the stated salary, the City provides the following benefits package: CalPERS retirement (2% @ 60 for "classic" members and 2% @ 62 for "new" CalPERS members); $1200.00 (PEMHCA) Medical contribution; fully paid optical/dental/Life and AD&D insurance; $50,000 life insurance policy.

Application Process:
This is an open competitive recruitment process. This recruitment will remain open until filled. Prompt application is encouraged as the filing period for this position may close at any time. Only online applications will be accepted for this recruitment. In addition to completing the online employment application, applicants must answer the supplemental questionnaire. A professional resume is encouraged but will not be used in lieu of a City employment application.  

The first review of applications will occur on Monday, March 5, 2018.

All properly submitted application materials and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Incomplete applications will not be considered to move forward in selection process. Only those applicants appearing best qualified based upon the application materials submitted will be invited to participate in the testing process.

Testing Process:
The testing process will consist of a structured, technical oral interview (weighted 100% for eligible list placement). Candidates who pass the selection process are placed on an eligibility list in ranked order. Eligibility lists are normally valid for one year. The list may be extended to fill subsequent vacancies.

All new hires must successfully complete a one-year probationary period to obtain permanent status in this position.

Definition: Under general direction of the Building Official, the Senior Plan Check Engineer reviews and approves complex plans and projects; ensures compliance with City and state ordinances, building codes and technical engineering practices; provides technical assistance to staff and the public; reviews development projects, reports, agreements, studies, and maps; trains and provides work direction and guidance to building staff; performs assigned projects as needed.

Essential Job Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics.  This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for monitoring, assessing, coordinating, and "trouble-shooting" the overall plan check process so that it is operating efficiently.

Examines plans and specifications for the construction, alteration and repair of residential, commercial and industrial buildings and structures; ensures that plans meet the requirements of related building codes, regulations and restrictions; indicates corrections of structural deficiencies where required; conducts field inspections to ensure compliance.

Responds to verbal and written inquiries; works at the public counter and responds to questions related to building codes; provides technical assistance and coordinates plan check activities with other City departments, external engineers, architects, and contractors, outside agencies, and the public; interprets and explains requirements and restrictions relative to building codes,

ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures; develops alternative methods to comply with requirements and restrictions; may inspect city facilities.

Prepares comprehensive correction lists; reviews structural and energy design calculations; maintains files and records of specifications, calculations and other pertinent information related to submitted plans; ensures compliance with all federal and state requirements.

Reviews and determines fees associated with development projects; issues permits.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of structural and civil engineering.

Knowledge of construction methods and materials.

Knowledge of the California Building Standards Code and related laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, policies and procedures, including disabled access requirements, energy and environmental standards and the like.

Skill reading and interpreting plans, blueprints and specifications.

Skill interpreting and applying related laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Skill conducting field investigations.

Skill communicating effectively both orally and in writing.

Skill meeting the public in situations requiring diplomacy and tact.

Skill establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, other City employees and the public.

Working Conditions:
Typical office environment.

Licensing/Certification Requirements:
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California.

Certification by the International Code Council (ICC) and California Building Officials (CALBO) as a Building Plans Examiner within twelve months of hire.

Due to the performance of field duties that may require operation of a City vehicle, must possess and maintain a valid California driver's license along with an acceptable driving record.

Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelors degree in Civil Engineering and five (5) years progressively responsible experience checking construction plans of commercial, industrial, and residential structures, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits Summary
Effective 1/2018


Retirement:

Miscellaneous employees – PERS Tier I - 2%@55. PARS Supplemental Retirement Plan (.5@55) - members pay 100% of the PARS cost through payroll deduction. Plan closed to new bargaining unit members as of 10/1/12. PERS Tier II–2%@60 for individuals employed by the City on or after 12/30/12 who are already PERS members. Tier I and II members pay 7% of PERS member share. Single highest year coordinated with Social Security and Medicare. PERS 2%@62 for new employees/members hired on or after 1/1/13. Three year average coordinated with Social Security and Medicare. Members pay 50% of normal cost (6.25%).

Medical Contribution: The City provides health plans through CalPERS. The City contributes the minimum monthly amount statutorily required by the Public Employees Medical and Hospital Care Act (PEMHCA). Effective February 1, 2018, the City contribution is $1,200 per month. Employees pay the balance of the medical premium through a pre-tax payroll deduction. Employees opting out of medical insurance will receive $250 per month, provided proof of coverage is submitted to Human Resources.

Retiree Medical – City offers paid retiree medical insurance at same rate as active employees.

Educational Incentive Pay: Up to $449.38/month for B.A. or higher if job doesn't require it.

Longevity Pay: Up to $449.38/month for 20 years of service.

Certification Pay: Up to $449.38/month with Department Head approval.

Bilingual Pay: Up to $224.69/month with Department Head approval.

Optical/Dental/Life and AD&D: City provides fully paid dental and optical insurance for the employee and all eligible dependents.

Flex Plan: Section 125 Plan, allows for payment of employee paid insurance, medical treatment, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

Life Insurance: $50,000 term life policy provided by City; employee can purchase additional self and dependent coverage at group rates.

State Disability Insurance: Coverage provided through State Employment Development Department for short-term disability. Costs borne by union employees.

Long-Term Disability: City provides fully-paid LTD insurance. Continuance of 66 2/3% of first $9,750 of employee's salary. Applies to non-job related occurrences. 60-day waiting period.

Holidays: 12 fixed paid holidays; Additional 10 or 9 hours of personal leave/ floating holiday per year according to employee assigned schedule.

Vacation Leave: 96 hours (1-5 years); 120 hours (6 – 10 years); 144 hours (11 – 15 years): 176 hours (16+ years). Leave can be used after 6 months of service. Annual cash conversion option.

Sick Leave: 8 hours per month. 100% payment for accrual over 600 hours; 100% payment at separation with 5 years of service.

Bereavement Leave: Three (3) working days [or 40 hours where travel is 500 miles or more] for qualifying incident.

Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $2000/year for tuition and books.

Cell Phone Stipend: $80/month for employees who opt to use their own device in lieu of City-issued phone.

Uniform Allowance: $400/year for certain classes.

Other: Voluntary participation in EAP Outpatient Tier ($9.52/month).
Voluntary participation in Credit Union.
Voluntary participation in a Deferred Compensation Program (457).
Payroll Direct Deposit.
Up to $4,000 interest free computer loan.
Revised: 1/11; 11/11; 12/11; 12/12; 2/13; 1/14; 6/14; 1/16; 9/16; 1/17; 1/18

01
The following supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Based upon the application materials and responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the selection process. Resumes are encouraged but will NOT be used in lieu of the application or supplemental questions. Please read each question carefully and provide a thorough and complete response, detailing your experience. Do NOT state "see resume" or "see application" to respond to any of the following questions. You will not have an opportunity to provide additional information if your application is not selected to proceed in the recruitment process, so you should be sure to detail ALL relevant work experience within your application and supplemental questionnaire. Do you understand and agree to the foregoing?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Briefly describe your experience working with and producing required reports from computerized permit systems.
03
Briefly describe in detail your experience checking construction plans for a City or other government agency. Please include the specific duties, type of construction projects you reviewed plans for (e.g. commercial, industrial, residential, and the type of projects, etc.), length of time you performed these duties, and if you were an employee or consultant while charged with these duties.
04
Briefly describe your experience preparing staff reports and other written reports. Include what type or reports they were and who was the intended audience.
05
Briefly describe extent of your experience in plan review of these building code regulations: Life Safety; Structural; Accessibility; Energy; Grading/Drainage/Storm-water; Cal-green; MEP;
06
Briefly describe your supervisory experience as related to building/construction staff, including the range and level of your supervisory responsibilities. Identify some of the challenges you have faced and how you solved them.
07
Briefly describe your customer service experience as related to interaction with various stakeholders at the permit counter such as contractors, engineers, architects and property owners. Identify some of the challenges you have faced and how you solved them.
08
Briefly describe your experience with multi-tasking and how you prioritize the demands.

* Required Question

Employer
City of El Segundo
Address
350 Main Street

El Segundo, California, 90245
Phone
310-524-2381

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