Description

The City of Anaheim Planning Department is seeking a dynamic Senior Plans Examiner to perform advanced plan checking of major structures and provide consultation to architects, engineers, contractors, and owners.  Candidates must have at least four years of professional journey-level experience in architectural and structural analysis and plan checking, a Bachelor's degree in architecture, civil engineering, or a related field, and a strong desire to provide lead customer service to our clients.  Candidates must possess registration as a Professional Engineer or Licensed Architect.  
   
Possession of International Code Council (ICC) Plans Examiner Certificate is required prior to completion of the probationary period and is a condition of continued employment in this classification.
 

The Senior Plans Examiner performs advanced plan checking of major structures, including industrial, commercial and high-rise building plans for compliance with codes, safety ordinances and related regulations; consults with architects, engineers, contractors and owners regarding building code requirements, structural applications and regulation conformance; and coordinates the plan review process with other departments before issuance of permits.

The successful candidate will be an integral member of the Building Division team as we continue to work hand and hand with ocV!BE as they progress with their $4 billion Entertainment and Housing Development. In addition to the excitement around the ocV!BE project, we continue to partner with the Disneyland Resort on their in-park capital improvement projects and the upcoming Disneyland Forward development.  Anaheim is an exciting, challenging, and forward-thinking City, and we look forward to the opportunity of you joining our team!

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This is the advanced journey level class in the Plans Examiner series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series, including advanced plan checking of industrial, commercial and high-rise building plans for structural soundness and conformity with building codes, safety ordinances and related regulations. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility.
 
Essential Functions

The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Below are the main duties of a Senior Plans Examiner.

• Review complex building and structural plans, specifications and calculations for compliance with building codes, egress, accessibility, structural safety requirements including earthquake and wind load stress determination, work with designers, architects, engineers, and contractors to bring their building design into conformation with code requirements.
• Coordinate permit applications and plan review processes within the City; coordinate plan review and approval with the county, the state and various other agencies.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of plan checking.
• Advise Building Division personnel and other City staff regarding structural problems and interpretation of codes.
• Assist plan check staff with new code requirements and complex plan checking issues; assist staff in becoming familiar with structural calculations and programs.
• Evaluate construction plans for the issuance of permits and collection of applicable fees.
• Research records and files for public dissemination and plan review data collection; develop written reports and generate correspondence as required.
• Provide assistance at the front counter as required; answer phones, respond to questions and inquiries and issue permits.
• Perform related duties as required.

Requirements

Qualifications
 

Candidates must have:

Experience and Education: Four (4) years of professional journey level experience in architectural and structural analysis and plan checking, supplemented by a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in architecture, civil engineering, or a related field. An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Knowledge of: Principles of civil and structural engineering; techniques and methods utilized in plan check review; building construction and design practices, methods and materials; modern architectural and structural engineering concepts, methods and procedures as applied to the design and construction of residential, commercial, industrial and high-rise buildings; principles of structural design and engineering mathematics; principles of lead supervision and training; pertinent federal, state and local codes, laws and regulations including building codes; office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases; principles and applications of customer service.

Ability to: Review and interpret complex building plans, specifications and calculations; apply engineering knowledge to evaluate plans, regulations and standard construction practices; make mathematical calculations rapidly and with accuracy; advise applicants of needed plan changes and recommend means to bring plans to compliance; deal effectively with builders, engineers, architects and the general public; to achieve the highest customer service levels; interpret and apply building codes and related ordinances and regulations; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Supplemental Information
 

License/Certification Required:  

• A valid California driver's license.
• Possession of registration as a Professional Engineer or Licensed Architect.
• Possession of a current International Code Council (ICC) Plans Examiner Certificate is required prior to completion of the probationary period, and is a condition of continued employment in this classification.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS

Applications will be accepted until Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 5:00PM.  Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applications will not be accepted after this deadline.

The selection process may consist of a minimum of skills examination and oral interview.

The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City.

Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position.  Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration.  Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.  
   
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening).  The City of Anaheim utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.

Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application.  Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.

Equal Opportunity Employer