Plans Examiner Supervisor at Jefferson County CO

.Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:12/24/25Division:Building Safety DivisionManagement Level:Supervisor - 1st LineScheduled Weekly Hours:40Benefit Eligibility:This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental medical and vision insurance paid time off and holidays retirement matching wellness programs and tuition reimbursement.Description:JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:The Plans Examiner Supervisor is responsible for Building Safety plan review operations including supervising mentoring and training plan review staff assigning plan review work and performing review of residential and commercial projects to ensure compliance with established building codes and regulations and to meet department goals.SCHEDULE:This position operates on our four-day work week (Monday-Thursday). This position is hybrid with remote work and in-office work as needed.COMPENSATION:Full Pay Range: 81821.99 - 106368.59 - 130915.19 USD AnnuallyCompensation will be determined based on education experience and skills.BENEFITS:Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical dental and vision insurance paid time off and holidays retirement matching wellness programs tuition reimbursement flexible schedules remote work options and more. For more information click Here for our Total Rewards summary.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Assign and review construction plans and specifications for commercial and residential buildings for compliance with the countys adopted codes supplements and other regulations. Communicate with parties regarding permit approval and denial. Assure the correct permit fees are assessed for review.Provide technical code interpretations and assist with development of revisions to county code supplements and adoption. Participate in code development standardization and enforcement projects and committees. Provide legislative technical support and guidance. Perform technical research and complete preliminary review of requests for alternate materials and methods.Ensure all questions concerning codes permitting and review processes are answered in a timely manner direct customers to other departments or agencies as needed. Coordinate with Planning & Zoning fire districts and other partner agencies at all phases of the process.Develop and maintain building code guides training materials applications and handouts. Ensure that records logs and files of plans plans review status and completed projects and forms are accurate. Maintain and update technical resource library.Provide customer service and assistance to designers contractors architects engineers building inspectors planning and zoning personnel County officials property owners and the public by explaining and interpreting state and local codes and division rules regulations policies and procedures. Interpret analyze verify and verbalize adopted codes regulations rules policies and procedures.Ensure plan review operations are coordinated with administrative and inspection operations of the division. Assist the Operations Manager and Division Director with strategic planning for the division.Supervises staff in area of responsibility. Administers and makes recommendations for routine personnel matters affecting subordinates including recruiting interviewing hiring training assigning scheduling granting leave appraisals and taking corrective action. Conducts performance evaluations and communicates short- and long-term goals and objectives. Submits personnel records and reports as required by the county. Assists and advises subordinates as necessary resolves problems as non-routine situations arise and ensures adherence to established policies procedures and standards. Communicates changes in policy and procedures to direct reports and implements them as directed.Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS:Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click apply for that reason we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.Minimum Qualifications:Experience: Minimum nine yearsSeven years as a Plans Examiner two of which must be at the Plans Examiner III Position. (or equivalent position in another jurisdiction).Two years of experience in construction or a related fieldEducation: High School Diploma or GEDLicense/Certifications: International Code Council (ICC) Certifications including:Residential Plans ExaminerBuilding Plans ExaminerEnergy Inspector/Plans ExaminerAccessibility Inspector/Plans ExaminerThree additional ICC certifications selected from the following:Commercial Fire Sprinkler Plans ExaminerResidential Fire Sprinkler Inspector/Plans ExaminerMechanical Plans ExaminerElectrical Plans ExaminerPlumbing Plans Examineror equivalent legacy certificationsICC Certification as a Building Official is highly desirable and may be considered equivalent to two of the certifications listed above.*Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.Preferred knowledge skills and abilities:Additional Residential Commercial Mechanical Electrical Plumbing or other International Code Council Certifications.Bachelors degree in engineering or a related degree in building design and construction is preferred and may be substituted for two years of experience. Strong sense of self-motivation and a personal commitment to high performanceStrong understanding of the nuances of government planningManagement and prioritization skills.High attention to detail when proofreading/correcting written reports.Ability to accurately compile format and file electronic data.Proficiency in processing paper and electronic records per established records management protocols.Ability to articulate clearly and effectively to varying levels of customerStrong leadership mentorship and/or supervision skillsIndependent critical thinking and analysisDemonstrate initiative innovation and resiliencyDemonstrated ability to deal with confidential informationDemonstrated problem solving time management and priority setting skillsAbility to set and meet goals and deadlines manage appointments create schedulescoordinateand facilitate meetings and make decisionsComputer skills including the ability to utilize Microsoft Office suite (i.e.Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook Teams SharePoint etc.) and experiment with new software and systemsAdditional Job Information:Criminal History and MVR Background Checks are for every position.A valid Colorado drivers license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle shall have a Colorado Drivers license within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history motor vehicle report education verification and/or references.In any materials you submit you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.All Jefferson County Employees must apply through their internal profile.Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications interviews or other hiring-related accommodations contact . This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.APPLICATION:Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career OpportunitiesA resume and cover letter submitted with your application are encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application please log into your candidate portal.For more details on the recruitment process please visit: Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at or Education:High School DiplomaExperience:Work Experience: Minimum nine yearsCertifications:Plans Examiner Certification - International Code CouncilLanguages:Category:Engineering & Construction ServicesRequired Experience:Manager Key Skills Auditing,GAAP,Military Experience,Phlebotomy,Conflict Management,Vital Signs Experience,Computer Forensics,Research Experience,Securities Law,Operating Systems,PTSD Care,RMF Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1