Plans Examiner Senior - Fire Department

Introduction

The Scottsdale Fire Department mission statement is, “WE CARE FOR YOU”. This mission statement is the foundation for how we treat our employees as well as our customers. The Scottsdale Fire Department prides itself on providing the highest level of customer service and as a result is highly valued by our community. The Scottsdale Fire Department is looking for someone to join their dynamic and dedicated fire and life safety team. The right person is someone who is passionate about making the community of Scottsdale a safer place; someone who is collaborative; dedicated to excellence in service; and enjoys challenges. This person will perform professional level reviews of a wide variety of construction plans to ensure compliance with city codes, legal requirements and national standards. This person will work alongside other plans examiners, fire inspectors, and multiple other city departments.

Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $43.27/hour or $89,939.20/annually.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution in Architecture, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering or closely related field.
• Three years of experience with construction plan review specific to the job assignment or discipline.
• Any equivalent combination of education and/or job-related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements

• Current International Code Council (ICC) certification in Building Plans Examiner or Fire Plans Examiner OR a minimum level III NICET (National Institute for the Certification of Engineering Technologies).
• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work

Essential Functions

Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following:

• Performs technical reviews and approval of construction, fire and life-safety protection plans, ensuring compliance of city codes, requirements and national standards.
• Performs plan review and approval of fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, and other fire protection systems for commercial and residential properties, providing a high level of customer service.
• Problem solves with contractors, developers and citizens to ensure customer's needs are met within City codes and standards.
• Interfaces with planning, zoning, building, water and civil engineering staff members on development and design issues.
• Responds to questions submitted by the public, which are related to life safety features, systems, codes and regulations.
• Assists Fire Inspectors for existing and new construction occupancies as needed by the Prevention Services Division.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Most work is performed in a City office environment, with occasional work performed outdoors on site moving over rough terrain.
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Exposure to dust, grease, noise, inclement weather, temperature extremes and unpleasant but not hazardous odors.
• Travel to/from meetings and various locations.
• Operate a motor vehicle.
• Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer, telephone, calculator, copy and fax machines requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement.

Benefits Highlights:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.27% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation

Please visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.

Selection Process:
The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state “See Resume” in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:

• Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
• Criminal Background screening

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

PLEASE NOTE:Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.

Full-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits, click here .

Part-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.

Commute Solutions Program
City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSFL program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking here .

Closing Date/Time: 8/15/2025 11:59 PM Arizona

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