Plans Examiner II

Plans Examiner II Print ( Apply ufeff Plans Examiner II Salary $26.38 - $31.32 Hourly Location Boise City Hall, ID Job Type Full Time Regular Job Number 23 -07487 Department Planning & Development Services Opening Date 03/02/2026 Closing Date 3/23/2026 12:00 PM Mountain + Description + Benefits + Questions Summary Statement The City of Boise is hiring for a Plans Examiner II We are seeking a detail-oriented building professional to support our Commercial Plans Review Team. This position is ideal for someone with a foundation in construction, engineering, or design who is ready to take ownership of their own plan reviews while contributing to a high-performing, service-focused team. Youu2019ll review minor commercial and multifamily projects, coordinate with multiple departments, and act as a resource to the public and design professionals. With strong mentorship and hands-on training available, this role offers meaningful responsibility and clear opportunities for professional growth in building code and plan review expertise. Why the City of Boise? The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley: + Zero-premium medical coverage for you and your family + PERSI retirement plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b + 10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month + 10 weeks paid parental leave + $500 annual wellbeing incentive + Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass + Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost Essential Functions Performs plan reviews on construction plans, engineering calculations and specifications for new and existing buildings. Reviews minor commercial and multifamily projects, conducts research on buildings and applicable codes. Prepares reports outlining design deficiencies to applicants, owners and design professionals. Creates, reviews and modifies electronic permits to describe the scope of projects. Prepares plans and documentation for the issuance of permits. Assists and conducts reviews of residential plans when necessary during peak work periods. Conducts prescreens to verify the completeness of permit applications and construction documents. Analyzes project complexity to determine the appropriate plan review track and routing. Participates in project management as a multi-disciplinary team member. Communicates code requirements, design issues and permit processes to applicants in large meeting environments. Monitors project review progress and coordinates with others to facilitate building permit issuance. Schedules and conducts meetings to answer questions and facilitate service. Answers questions, explains building permit review processes to a diverse range of people, resolves conflicts and communicates options for code compliance. Provides technical support, direction and mentoring to plans examiners, inspection and building permit counter staff. Assists in assigning, monitoring and tracking the work, work hours and cost of the contracted structural engineering review service. Reviews and assists applicants in preparing acceptable alternate code requests or modifications to adopted building codes. Reviews and evaluates current policies, recommending updates or determining if policies can be retired. Reviews and recommends amendments to proposed ordinances for the adoption of new codes. Works with building inspection staff, contractors and design professionals after the permit has been issued to resolve code issues encountered during construction. Reviews plan changes and modifications for projects under construction. Performs site visits as necessary to resolve issues or verify construction elements under existing conditions. Attends meetings, represents and votes as a proxy for the city at International Code Council (ICC) conferences and/or represents the city in the local Building Safety Professionals of Southwest Idaho Chapter, as assigned. Performs onsite plan reviews for industrial occupancies associated with facility agreements. Performs some duties of lower-level related positions, may provide assistance and training to others and performs more complex, skilled tasks. Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Requirements Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training High school diploma or equivalent and two years of prior experience reviewing residential or minor commercial building plans for building and energy code compliance as a plans examiner or building inspector or experience as a residential plan designer in preparing wood framing layouts and establishing load paths, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Knowledge of: + International Building, Residential and Energy Conservation Codes + Code development and ordinance development processes + Structural engineering principles, including static design and strength of materials + Design practices and construction methods of materials for residential and non-residential structures + Historical building code application and correlation to current construction practices + Computer usage including related software + Associated fire and mechanical code requirements. Ability to: + Manage projects and lead teams from various departments + Read and interpret complex commercial and residential building plans and specifications + Evaluate structural engineering reports and calculations + Comprehend grading plans and geotechnical reports + Interpret building codes, energy codes, mechanical codes and fire codes + Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance + Perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation. Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record. Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training Associate's degree in engineering, construction management or a related field and three years of experience or a bacheloru2019s degree in architecture, structural engineering or a related field or a certificate of achievement in building inspection technology from an accredited college and five years of experience as a commercial building plans examiner. Additional job-related certifications, such as residential building inspector, commercial building inspector, accessibility plans examiner and/or commercial energy plans examiner. Certification as a building plans examiner by the International Code Council (ICC). Licensing And Other Requirements Valid state-issued drivers license. Have or obtain within six months of employment certification as a Building Plans Examiner by the International Code Council (ICC). Ability to obtain the International Code Council (ICC) certification as a residential building inspector within 18 months. Special Requirements Applicants must be able to pass: City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation Driving Record Check Working Conditions The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Efforts While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds and rarely lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds. Also, the employee is rarely pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach and grasp. Position requires hand/finger dexterity. Working Environment The work environment will include inside conditions. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees. Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans. Healthcare: + ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family + Low-cost dental and vision options. + Post-employment health savings account. Retirement and Investment Plans: + PERSI retirement benefits + 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match. + 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match WellBeing Program: + Up to $500 cash per year for participants. + Alternative transportation incentives. Paid Leave u2013 City employees receive generous paid leave: + 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City + 12 paid holidays every year + 8 hours of sick leave per month + 10 weeks Parental Leave Life & Long Term Disability: + Basic Life insurance at no cost to you + Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you Other optional benefits: + Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts + Supplemental Life Insurance + Supplemental Disability Insurance + Tuition reimbursement + Free local bus pass + Corporate discount programs + AFLAC + Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues. 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Created: 2026-03-04