Title Examiner jobs in Federal Way, WA

It is impactful to join Team Puyallup and provide meaningful work in support of public service and the wellbeing of our community. We value our culture of demonstrating excellence in our work, being service focused, supporting collaboration, and having integrity in all that we do. We encourage those that share these values to apply to our open positions and/or forward to colleagues who may be ready for their next career advancement opportunity.

The focus of this position is building and related code compliance work for the City. The successful candidate will review plans and specifications for conformance with uniform building, fire, plumbing, mechanical and other municipal codes. Frequent contact with contractors, developers, the design community, other City departments and the public is required to enforce codes, coordinate activities and explain policies and codes. Work is conducted in the office and occasionally in the field at construction sites under a variety of weather conditions.

§  Conducts field inspections at various stages of construction to ensure compliance with codes;

§  Discusses problems with contractors and seeks compliance with codes;

§  Issues stop work orders and notices of violations in cases of non-compliances;
§  Contacts owners of hazardous buildings, advises of code requirements;
§  Inspects existing dwellings to determine conformance with City housing codes;
§  Answers questions for the public over the telephone or in person relating to the requirements of codes;
§  Studies new material, methods and application of building construction to keep abreast of modern developments;
§  Keeps records, plans and specifications and prepares reports;
§  Operates computer equipment to maintain inspection records and generate notices and other written materials;
§  Occasionally issues and accepts permit applications as part of front counter operations.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Graduation from high school or GED, previous experience as a building inspector, and five years of plan review experience. An associate's degree in building inspection technology, engineering, architecture or other related field may substitute for one year of the required experience. Or, any equivalent combination of related education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
•  Possession of International Code Conference (ICC) Certification for Plans Examiners, Building and/or Plumbing or Mechanical Inspector; third certification must be obtained within twenty-four months of appointment.
•  Possession of or the ability to obtain, and maintain throughout employment, a valid Washington State driver's license.

Constant use of sight, hearing, and speech abilities to perform essential functions and communicate with others. Constant fine finger manipulation and use of hands and arms in reaching/handling/fingering/ grasping while operating office equipment and computers, preparing written documentation, handling materials, paperwork, etc. Frequent sitting, may be extended at times, while doing desk activities. Frequent bending/twisting at waist/knees/neck while reaching for materials, working at desk, worktable, or moving from sitting to standing position. Frequent standing in combination with walking (short distances) throughout work shift in office areas; standing may be extended at times. Occasional lifting/carrying up to 30-pound file boxes, office materials, documents, etc. Occasional pushing/pulling force up to 10 pounds opening doors, drawers, and moving materials. Occasional climbing on step stools, ladders and stairs. Works primarily indoors in an office environment with low noise levels with occasional field visits to construction sites. Work requires the safe operation of City vehicles to move from site to site.

SELECTION PROCESS
Only applications that include the response to the Supplemental Questions will be accepted. Those applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the City's current needs will be contacted for oral interviews and/or testing. The appointing authority may conduct second interviews.
Notification – Following submission of application, an email acknowledgment receipt of application is given. Persons selected for an interview and/or testing will be notified by email, normally within 15 working days following the closing date on the job announcement.
Not Selected – No formal notification is usually sent by the City to applicants not selected for an interview or test. Should the same or another position open for which the applicant wishes to apply, he/she must apply online for each new opening.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Essential Functions – The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge, skills and abilities typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to balance the workload.
Hours of Work – Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with one hour unpaid lunch break. The City supports a telework policy that allows employees to work remote up to two days per week.
Union Affiliation – This is an American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) bargaining unit position.
Equal Employment Opportunity – The City of Puyallup is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran's status or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.
Background - The City of Puyallup will need to obtain the proper background and criminal history information pursuant to RCW 43.43.830/832 for positions where the employee will or may have unsupervised access to children, developmentally delayed persons or vulnerable adults.
Disability – In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, disability will be considered only in the context of an applicant's ability to perform essential functions of the job and to determine reasonable accommodation. Accommodation to participate in the job application and/or selection process for employment will be made upon request with reasonable notice. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information. The physical demands described in this job announcement are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Identification – Applicants who are offered employment with the City are required to provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States within three days of date of hire, as required by the 1986 Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act. A list of acceptable documents verifying identity and authorization to work will be provided to those who are offered employment. The city uses E-Verify program. 
Drug-Free Workplace –The City of Puyallup is a drug-free, tobacco-free workplace.
Note – The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.