Title Examiner jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

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The mission of the Community Development Department is to assist the public in managing the development of the community in order to protect and preserve the quality of life, promote a sound economic base and appropriate design, and ensure safe construction, all in balance with the constraints of the City’s environment and resources. Read more about the Community Development Department here. 

The City of Santa Barbara Community Development Department is seeking a knowledgeable Plans Examiner. This position is responsible for consulting with contractors, engineers, architects, and the general public concerning the acceptability of drawings submitted for approval to build within the City; reviewing building and structural plans and specifications for conformance to building codes, laws, ordinances and regulations; and performing a variety of related duties as assigned. Assignments may include, but are not limited to, working at the front counter, performing "Over-the-Counter" plan checks, reviewing plans as part of the Pre-application Review Team (PRT) and Development Application Review Team (DART) processes.

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Two (2) years of building jurisdictional experience; reviewing construction plans is desirable. This experience could include inspection of electrical, carpentry, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, or other trades; and/or experience in reviewing electrical, structural, or mechanical plans.

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Specialized training in structural, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, architecture, civil engineering or a related field is desirable.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.

Possession of, of ability to obtain within 18 months of appointment, an I.C.C. Plans Examiner Certification or an equivalent certificate or license.

It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess which qualifies you for this position. All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Be sure to be thorough in your responses. Statements such as “See application”, “Extensive Experience”, or "See Resume" are not an acceptable substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.  

 

The selection process may consist of an application screening, written exam, computer skills exam and/or an oral interview. The successful candidate's employment history will be thoroughly evaluated prior to appointment.

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