Full-time position available with the City Planning & Development Department, Plans Review Division located at 414 East 12th Street. Will be filled as Project Engineer or Architect.
Salary Range: $5,173-$7,759/month
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: October 14, 2024
Responsibilities
- Reviews plans, specifications, and calculations for building code compliance and assists with the interpretation and application of adopted building code. Coordinates with internal partners e.g. Planning, Fire Prevention, Public Works, Water, for plan review consistency and streamlining permit process.
- Provides information to professional engineers, architects, contractors and the public regarding building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical codes, zoning ordinances, and general requirements concerning buildings and structures.
- Utilizes computer software program to record and track information pertinent to plan review projects for which the individual has responsibility.
- Responsible for on-time performance and accuracy of his/her own work.
Qualifications
Project Engineer: REQUIRES an ABET accredited Bachelor's degree in any professionally recognized architectural/engineering discipline as required by the hiring authority. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen as prescribed by the City.
Architect: REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree with major course work in architecture. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen as prescribed by the City.
Other Information
URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.
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If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.
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