PLANS EXAMINER

Salary : $6,890.00 - $8,798.40 MonthlyLocation : Torrance, CAJob Type : Permanent Full-timeJob Number : Department : COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENTOpening Date : 04 / 25 / 2025 DESCRIPTIONWE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION.The City of Torrance recognizes the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to the City of Torrance today.The City of Torrance is recruiting for a Plans Examiner to be a part of the Community Development Team!The DepartmentAdvancing a Safe, Accessible and Sustainable Built Environment The Community Development Department plays a vital role in the continued development, sustainable growth, and success of Torrance. CDD maintains the Building and Safety, Engineering, Environmental (Code Enforcement), the Geographic Information System (GIS) and Mapping, Housing, and Planning Divisions, which serve the community by overseeing redevelopment, comprehensive planning, zoning, housing programs, project planning, permitting, environmental stewardship, NPDES and building and code enforcement. Responsibilities of the Community Development Department include : Building Permits & Online PermittingCode EnforcementConstruction Plan Check and InspectionsDevelopment Review and Comprehensive PlanningEngineering Permits and RecordsGISHousing Programs (including Section 8)NPDES AdministrationSuccessor Agency to the Former Redevelopment Agency of the City of Torrance Survey InformationTransportation PlanningThe DivisionThe main purpose of the Building & Safety Division is to protect and promote public health, safety and general welfare as they relate to the construction and occupancy of buildings and structures. To accomplish this purpose, the Building & Safety Division provides inspections for new construction, buildings and remodeling of structures for compliance with the local, state and federal laws. One of the primary goals of the Building & Safety Division is to provide guidance to the public on safe building construction practices and to serve as a resource for building code and design issues. The PositionThe Community Development Department is seeking an individual skilled in interpreting and applying various codes and ordinances, and reviews residential, commercial and zoning plans to ensure compliance with applicable City and building codes for the Building & Safety Division! The Plans Examiner reviews, checks and approves various structural engineering and grading and paving plans, specifications and reports to insure compliance with State and local codes and ordinances; advises applicants for permits; checks building permit applications; and performs other related work as required .For a detailed job description, click here. QUALIFICATION GUIDELINESEducation and ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture or possession of an Engineer-in-Training Certificate from the State of California.One year professional experience in plan checking of residential, commercial and industrial projects for a municipality of county or one year professional experience in engineering or architecture involving structural design or soils engineering. Possession of an ICBO Certificate as a Plans Examiner or State registration as a civil engineer is desirable. Ideal CandidateSuccessful candidates will possess the following : Strong organizational skills and self-motivation;Extensive building and safety knowledge;Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;Thorough understanding of effective code enforcement;Public sector experience;High comfort level with technology; andExceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. HOW TO APPLY & EXAM PROCESS Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental / Jobs. Application submission will be accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled. Application submission will be accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled. First review of applications will be those received by Monday, May 12, 2025 at 11 : 59 p.m. If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received by the first review date, there is the possibility that the recruitment may close at that time.Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of the following components : Oral Exam : Weighted 100% (Tentatively scheduled for May 21, 2025)The tentative test dates will be based on a sufficient number of qualified applications received by the first review date. If a sufficient number of applications are not received by the first review date, there is the possibility that the test date may change to a later date. SPECIAL NOTES Visit

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addition, the City of Torrance Conflict of Interest Code requires that employees in this classification file an annual Financial Disclosure Statement. Information about this requirement may be obtained from the City Clerk's office. As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check.The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.City of Torrance Inclusion StatementThe City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally-rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact. The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and / or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR ENGINEERS & TORRANCE FISCAL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (TFEA)Note : Not all benefits listed may be applicable to all positions with in the unit. Please refer to the MOU for specifics.Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance (sec.4.9) The City's monthly contribution for health insurance effective 1 / 6 / 19 is as follows : EE Only EE +1 EE +2 or moreFull time EE's $597.68 $1,140.36 $1,595.96Part- time(hired prior to 1 / 1 / 08) $493.11 $924.91 $1,277.43Part-time(hired after 1 / 1 / 08) $362.57 $628.31 $847.19The City's monthly contribution for vision insurance is $3.33The City's monthly contribution for dental insurance is $33.71 / EE only and $67.42 / EE +1 or more The City provides a Cash In-Lieu payment of $400 per month for eligible full-time employees for as long as the employee opts-out of medical coverageCity provides a $50,000 life insurance policyPremium Pay (sec. 3.1)Varies by position and assignment. (See section 3.1 and 3.2) Night Shift Differential (sec.3.2.1 and 3.5.1)Full time employees paid 5% above base hourly pay when ½ or more of the shift is scheduled to work after 5 : 00 p.m. or before 7 : 30 a.m. Educational Incentive Premiums (sec. 3.6.1)ENGINEERS : (Premiums paid above base pay, per hour. Total educational premiums not to exceed 12% combined) International Code Council (ICC) certificate : 4% 2% for each additional certificate, maximum of 12% Loss of 2% for each year's delay for failure to maintain certification LEED AP certificates (LEED AP, LEED AP BD+C, LED AP Homes, LEED AP ND) : 2.5% Build It Green Certification (Green Point Advisor, Green Point Rater) : 2.5%Holidays (Sec 4.1)13 paid holidays (New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday, Lincoln's Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday directly following Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve)Vacation / Annual Leave (Sec. 4.2)Engineers (Accrual rate per month) : Year 1 : 6.58 hours; Year 2 : 7.21 hours; Year 3 : 7.87 hours; Year 4 : 8.54 hours; Years 5-6 : 10.54 hours; Years 7 -9 : 11.21 hours; Years 10 -20 : 14.56 hours; Years 21 - 24 : 15.88 hours; Year 25+ : 18.54 hoursTFEA (Accrual rate per month) : Year 1 : 6.57 hours; Year 2 : 7.51 hours; Year 3 : 8.17 hours; Year 4 : 8.84 hours; Years 5-9 : 10.84 hours; Years 10 -20 : 14.19 hours; Years 21 - 24 : 15.51 hours; Year 25+ : 16.17 hoursSick Leave / Personal Leave (sec.4.3)Accrual rate is 6 (six) hours per month to a maximum of 600 hours accrued sick leave.

• Two work shifts of sick / vacation leave may be used for personal leave. Bereavement Leave (sec 4.6)Three (3) working shifts with pay (Additional leave, up to 2 additional working shifts for travel 300 miles or more for eligible family members) Disability Insurance (sec 4.9)Employee receives 2 / 3 base pay after elimination period (14 consecutive days for STD and 180 consecutive days for LTD) Retiree Insurance (Sec. 4.9)TFEA only : City will pay $51 / month for retirees who continue health insurance coverage in one of the PERS health insurance plansRetirement (sec. 4.10)PERS 2%@55,Employees hired before 1 / 11 / 2011, City pays 7% EPMC
• Employees hired on or after 1 / 11 / 2011 pay 7% EPMC
• Employer Paid Member Contribution (EPMC)PERS 2@62"New members" hired on or after January 1, 2013, pay (50%) of normal cost with three year average final compensation. Uniform Allowance (sec. 4.11.1) FIRE PREVENTION OFFICER & SENIOR FIRE PREVENTION OFFICER ONLY : $107.50 every 6 months (Paid June and December). Tool and Educational Materials Allowance (sec.4.12.1)ENGINEERS ONLY : $175 per year (Paid in February).Licenses and Certificates (sec. 4.14.1)ENGINEERS ONLY : $220 / year for license / certificates with recurrent fees : Registered Professional Engineer, Licensed Land Surveyor, and American Institute of Certified Planners.Shoe Allowance (4.15.1)ENGINEERS ONLY : $135 per year (Paid in September) for employees required to wear safety shoes or bootsDeferred Compensation Plan (Sec. 4.13.B)A voluntarily 457 plan is available to all employees.Employees are automatically enrolled in the 401(a) plan upon completion of one year service. Retirement Health Savings Plan (sec 4.13.C)Any hours under or equal to 600 (sick) and 600 (vacation) will be deposited into the ICMA-RC RHSP Plan, for retiring and separating employees. The remaining balance up to limits allowed by law will be disbursed into the City's 457 plan or be paid in cash.01 The following supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Resumes are encouraged but will NOT be used in lieu of the application or supplemental questions. Please read each question carefully and provide a thorough and complete response. Do NOT state "see resume" or "see application" to respond to any of the following questions. Failure to respond to all questions will be considered an incomplete application and may not be considered for further processing. Do you understand the foregoing? Yes No 02 I UNDERSTAND that I am required to describe IN DETAIL my qualifying experience in the Work Experience Section of my application. In addition to including my qualifying experience, I UNDERSTAND that I should list ALL JOBS, regardless of duration, including part-time jobs, military service and any volunteer experience during my entire work history. I UNDERSTAND that when providing my work history, ALL DATES should be UPDATED, starting with my most recent job. I UNDERSTAND that answers that I provide to the supplemental questions should be reflected in the Work Experience Section of my application. I UNDERSTAND that if I am currently employed by the City of Torrance, I MUST provide my appropriate job classification / title and provide a description of my duties in the Work Experience Section of my application. I have read these statements in their entirety and understand them completely and to their fullest. Yes No 03 Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture? Yes No 04 If you answered "No" to the previous question, please indicate your highest level of education and your field of study. 05 Do you possess an Engineer-in-Training Certificate from the State of California? Yes No 06 Indicate your years of experience plan checking of residential, commercial and industrial projects for a municipality of county. None Less than one year More than one year, but less than three years More than three years, but less than five years More than five years 07 Indicate the number of years of professional experience that you have in engineering or architecture involving structural design or soils engineering. None Less than one year More than one year, but less than three years More than three years, but less than five years More than five years 08 Indicate your experience in explaining and / or interpreting rules, policies, codes, regulations or similar information. None Less than one year More than one year, but less than three years More than three years, but less than five years More than five years 09 Indicate the certifications that you possess. None ICBO Certificate as a Plans Examiner State registration as a Civil Engineer 10 Do you have experience utilizing permitting software, such as Accela? Yes No 11 If you answered yes to the previous question, please describe your experience. (If none, type N / A.) Required Question