Fire Code Senior Plans Examiner

Job Duties

• Review of commercial building projects to ensure compliance with the Harris County Fire Code.
• Responds to inquiries from the public and from permit applicants.
• Coincide with the Harris County Fire Marshal's Office and other county agencies.
• During emergency response situations for our community, such as hurricanes or floods, the position may be tasked with additional duties.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• Three (3) years of experience in building design and construction, or in the local/state application of the International Fire Code and International Building Code standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

• Ability to read construction drawings and topographical maps.
• Good mathematical skills.
• Must be able to communicate orally and deal effectively with the general public.
• Communicate rules and regulations to the public, both in writing and verbally.
• Perform daily functions with minimal supervision.
• Conveying detailed instructions relative to the issuance of permits.
• Performing data entry for requirements related to permit issuance.
• Interfacing with the Compliance Coordinator of the Permit Groups through verbal and written communication.
• Standing for extended periods to discuss permit requirements with the public.
• Lifting maps, plans, and specifications in the review process for permit issuance.
• Stooping or crouching during the review process may become necessary.
• Knowledge of International Building Code and/or International Fire Code.
• Microsoft Office Software.

Emergency Deployment & Continuity Of Operations Requirement

• In accordance with Harris County’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) Policy, this position is subject to emergency response and deployment protocols.
• The employee may be designated as supporting a Mission Essential Function (MEF) and must:
• Participate in the classification process of departmental staff based on MEF responsibilities.
• Be available for temporary deployment to an alternative work location, role, or telework assignment during emergency events.
• Confirm work assignments with their supervisor prior to reporting to any worksite during such events.
• Remain flexible in assuming alternative duties as directed to support continuity of County operations.

Preferences

• Six (6) years of experience in building design and construction or local/state application of International Fire Code and International Building Code standards.

General Information

• Position Type, And Typical Hours Of Work: Full-Time | Regular | 40 hours per week.
• Subject to early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays at times, depending upon the project or workload.
• Salary: Commensurate experience, based on 26 pay periods.
• Physical Demands And Environmental Exposure: Most assignments will be performed in an office, meeting, or operations command center environment, but some fieldwork may be required.
• Extended work hours may be required during the activation of disaster recovery operations for an unspecified length of time (varies based on the extent of the event).
• This position requires bending, stooping, and lifting up to 25 lbs., frequent walking, standing, sitting, reaching, and ascending/descending stairs.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Wellness.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 457 deferred compensation plans.
• Retailer pension (TCDRS).
• Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).
• Disability and life insurance.
• Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).