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HomeMy WebLinkAbout5.254 SUPERVISING BUILDING PLANS EXAMINER 20220505PART I DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 5.254 Class Specifications for the Class: SUPERVISING BUILDING PLANS EXAMINER SR-23, BU-04 Duties Summary: Supervises the review and processing of complex plans and specifications for buildings and other structures for compliance with provisions of the County's building codes and ordinances and adherence to approved plans and specifications; assists in technical reviews of highly complex and difficult building and structural plans; and performs other related duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: This class is distinguished by its responsibility for supervising and assisting in the coordination of plans review activities, and for assisting in the review of the most complex residential and commercial plans for code compliance and issued permits. Examples of Duties: (The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position). •Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of subordinate examiners engaged in the review of complex building plans and specifications submitted by private architects, engineers, and contractors for compliance with provisions of the building codes and ordinances; •Oversees the maintenance of records of all plans checked and prepares correspondence and periodic reports; •Provides first line resolution to disputes arising between plans examiners and permit applicants; •Coordinates work with the permitting, inspections, and examining sections; •Provides technical expertise in matters involving provisions of the Building Code; •Confers with designers, contractors, and the general public to explain proper procedures in submitting plans and specifications for projects; PART I SUPERVISING BUILDING PLANS EXAMINER 2 5.254 •Participates in the preparation and presentation of staff reports to the Board of Appeals; •May testify on actions before boards, commissions, courts of law, or other governmental bodies; •Provides training for employees; •Participates in the interview and selection process for new employees; •Reviews and makes recommendations on all personnel actions involving subordinates; assists in the coordination of plans review activities, and approves/disapproves applications for building permits; and •Performs other related duties as assigned. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of supervision; laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations pertaining to building and zoning codes of the County of Kauai; the theory and standard practices, terminology, methods, and materials used in building construction and related plan review; procedures involved in processing building permit applications. Ability to: Plan, assign, direct and coordinate the work of subordinate examiners; interpret and apply provisions of the Uniform Building Code and Zoning Code; read and understand complex building plans and specifications; explain laws, rules, regulations, and procedures involved in processing building permit applications; deal tactfully and effectively with the public; maintain records and prepare reports; give oral and written instructions. This is an amendment to the specification for the class SUPERVISING BUILDING PLANS EXAMINER, which was approved on October 13, 2000, effective September 6, 2000, and is to be substituted for that specification. Approved: May 5, 2022 (date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources PART II DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 5.254 Minimum Qualification Specifications for the Class: SUPERVISING BUILDING PLANS EXAMINER SR-23; BU-04 Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school; and •six (6) years of specialized work experience, and •one (1) year of supervisory work experience. Qualifying Specialized Work Experience: Work experience involving one or a combination of the following: 1)Reviewing building plans and specifications for compliance with provisions of laws, codes and/or ordinances; or 2)Supervision of workmanship and materials. Qualifying Supervisory Experience: Work experience which includes planning, directing, assigning, and reviewing the work of others; advising subordinates on difficult program areas; timing and scheduling subordinate work; and training and developing new employees. Substitutions Allowed: The following may be substituted for education: A.Four (4) years of full-time general work experience may be substituted for a high school diploma. B.Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma from an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted up to four (4) years of the education requirement (15 semester credits = 6 months). C.An Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree from an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted for the education requirement. PART II SUPERVISING BUILDING PLANS EXAMINER 2 5.254 The following may be substituted for experience: A.Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma in civil engineering, architecture or a related field from an accredited community college, trades school, may be substituted up to two (2) years of the specialized work experience requirement (15 semester credits = 6 months). B.An Associate’s degree in civil engineering, architecture or related field from an accredited community college, business, or technical school, may be substituted for two (2) years of the specialized work experience requirement. C.A Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, architecture or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up four (4) years of the specialized work experience requirement. D.A Master’s or PhD degree in civil engineering, architecture or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the specialized work experience requirement. If a degree is used to substitute for the education requirement, it may not be used again towards the experience requirement. If work experience is used to substitute for education, it may not be used again to meet the experience requirement. If the applicant holds more than one degree, transcripts must be provided, and a thorough review will be conducted by the DHR staff in order for more than one degree to be credited towards the minimum qualification requirements. Additional degrees can be considered if obtained independently through mutually exclusive classes from another degree being considered. Substitutions will be used to the advantage of the applicant. Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that he/she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he/she is being considered. License Requirement: Possession of the appropriate licenses or certificates as required of the position. Selective Certification: Specialized knowledge, skills and abilities may be required to perform the duties of some positions. For such positions, Selective Certification Requirements may be established, and certification may be restricted to eligibles who possess the pertinent experience and/or training required to perform the duties of the position. PART II SUPERVISING BUILDING PLANS EXAMINER 3 5.254 Agencies requesting Selective Certification must show the connection between the kind of training and/or experience on which they wish to base selective certification and the duties of the position to be filled. Tests: Applicants may be required to qualify on an appropriate examination. Health and Physical Condition Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping: Light This is an amendment to the specification for the class SUPERVISING BUILDING PLANS EXAMINER, which was approved on October 13, 2000, effective September 6, 2000, and is to be substituted for that specification. Approved: May 5, 2022 (date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources