MASTER PLANS EXAMINER (NON COMPETITIVE)

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MASTER PLANS EXAMINER (NON COMPETITIVE)

Salary

$85,737.96 - $115,224.65 Annually

Location

Ohio 45202, OH

Job Type

Full-time Classified

Job Number

24-00106 (NC)

Department

Buildings and Inspections

Opening Date

03/12/2024

Closing Date

5/31/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

General Statement of Duties


This employee reviews plans submitted by contractors, developers, architects, engineers, the general public and other persons to ensure the adherence of the specified project to state and local building codes. Employee ensures compliance with fire safety and life safety guidelines and standards; provides technical direction to architects, engineers, attorneys, homeowners, and appraisers seeking preliminary design review, permit application review, or general building information. Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)

 Knowledge of:
 Methods and techniques of building plan analysis. Building design and construction methods. Principles of municipal budget preparation and control. Principles of management, supervision, training, and performance evaluation. Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations. ICC, Ohio Building Code, Cincinnati Building Code, and related codes.

Skill to: 
Operate vehicle.

Ability to: 
Read and analyze building plans. Supervise, direct, and coordinate the work of lower-level staff. Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff; delegate and assign work responsibilities. Interpret and explain City policies and procedures. Prepare clear and concise reports involving complex information pertaining to building codes. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Work individually and as part of a group. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including City and other government officials, community groups, contractors, architects, engineers, and the public.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFOMED 
(Illustrative only. Any one position within this classification may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all of the tasks which may be performed.)

Reviews building plans, specifications, and applications to determine compliance with state and local building codes and ordinances. 
Procedures include, but not limited to, site plan review, building structure HVAC system fire protection, fire alarm system and accessibility.
Assists applicants in finding solutions to building code issues. Consults with and advises building code applicants, architects, engineers, contractors, attorneys, homeowners, etc., to clarify building code regulations for code compliance. 
Responds to building code questions via telephone, in meetings, or via written correspondence.
Writes clear and concise letters to applicants outlining building plan deficiencies. 
Research code issues for code history and purpose, proper interpretation, and uniform code enforcement; research building and permit histories. 
Assists applicants in resolving building code issues which are presented to the Board of Building Appeals; testifies before the Appeals Board as required.
Works closely with other city agencies on code-related issues. 
Prepares applicable building and permit related forms and informational handouts. 
Performs field inspections to assist building inspectors on complex projects. 
Gives informative presentations to in-house personnel and the general public; works with other City agencies on building code issues.
As required, testifies in court and at related hearings about code-related issues. 
Assists those contacted in the course of duty in an effective, efficient, and professional manner. 
Reviews and approves building plans and applications on a walk-in basis. 

Required Education and Experience

ENGINEER OR ARCHITECT REGISTRATION MUST BE ATTACHED OR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED.

Each applicant must be a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect in the State of Ohio. Additionally, each applicant must have five years of responsible experience in building design and construction work comparable to, but not limited to, decision making and plans evaluation, drawing plans for review of a senior member, or inspection of buildings for plans compliance and workmanship.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must have or obtain a valid Driver's License by time of appointment 
Must have or obtain a Master Plan Examiner (MPE) Certificate of Competency from the Ohio Board of Building Standards (OBBS) within two years of appointment.
Following appointment, must continue to renew MPE Certification at intervals prescribed by the OBBS

MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case-by-case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations.

Candidates must attach their Joint Services Transcripts evaluated by the American Council on Education (ACE) if they would like military course work to be considered as part of the application review. Please follow the link below for additional information.

https://www.dantes.doded.mil/EducationPrograms/get-credit/creditmilitary.html


Working and Physical Conditions

Environmental Conditions: Indoor and outdoor environments; buildings under construction or renovation; exposure to office computer screens; some work on ladders or scaffolds.

Physical Conditions: Duties require maintaining the physical condition necessary for sitting, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; moderate and heavy lifting and carrying; must be able to operate assigned vehicle.

Probationary Period: Twelve months 

Supervision Exercise: May exercises technical and functional supervision 

HR Contact: Ashley Thomas Ashley.Thomas@cincinnati-oh.gov 


The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position.  Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce.   A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner
Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")
Step-child
Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.
 

Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense.  Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.
 
Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.  

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses.  Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work.  Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health.  The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals.  These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.

 
Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-time employees.  New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an  Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system.  CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets.  CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements.  The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.

 

Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan.  The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.

 

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By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the Human Resources staff and hiring department(s). Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions. The Human Resources staff will verify that you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job posting, based on the information provided in your application and in these answers. Please indicate you have read and agree with this information.
  • Yes, I understand and agree
02
Are you a Professional Engineer? (must attached your Professional Engineer certificate or application will be rejected)
  • Yes
  • No
03
Are you a Registered Architect (must attached your Registered Architect or application will be rejected)
  • Yes
  • No
04
Which of the following did you attach?
  • Professional Engineer certificate
  • Registered Architect certificate
  • N/A
05
Do you have five years of responsible experience in building design and construction work comparable to, but not limited to, decision making and plans evaluation, drawing plans for review of a senior member, or inspection of buildings for plans compliance and workmanship?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Please briefly explain your five years' experience in building design and construction work comparable to, but not limited to, decision making and plans evaluation, drawing plans for review of a senior member, or inspection of buildings for plans compliance and workmanship.
07
Do you understand that if hired, you must possess or obtain a valid driver's license by the appointment date?
  • Yes, I understand and agree.
08
Do you understand that you must obtain a Master Plan Examiner (MPE) certificate of competency from the Ohio Board of Building Standards (OBBS) within two years of appointment.
  • Yes, I understand and agree.
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This is a Noncompetitive position that includes an evaluation of the applications to determine if the applicants meet the minimum requirements as outlined in the "Required Education and Experience" section. A Noncompetitive process may also consist of other components, such as a qualifying test, to determine if the applicant is able to perform the duties of the position. Applications that meet the minimum requirements will be forwarded to the hiring department for consideration. Please review the "Required Education and Experience" section for additional information.
  • I have read the above statement.
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Were you honorably discharged from the United States Military? If yes, attach a copy of your DD-214 (long form), which includes the narrative reason for discharge, the discharge characterization (showing honorable discharge), the three-letter or three-number discharge code corresponding to the reason for discharge, and a reenlistment code. Veteran must have completed more than 180 days of active duty service.
  • Yes
  • No
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Do you have a service-connected disability of 10% or greater? If yes, you must attach a copy of your DD 214 (long form) and official statement from the Veteran's Administration dated within the last six (6) months. Veteran must have completed more than 180 days of active duty service.
  • Yes
  • No
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Do you understand notifications regarding this position will be sent via email, therefore, it is your responsibility to check your personal email, Government Jobs mailbox, SPAM, JUNK, and CLUTTER FOLDERS for any and all communication sent regarding this position ?
  • Yes
  • No
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  • Yes, I understand and agree.

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