Front Desk Plans Examiner

Front Desk Plans Examiner

Salary

$32.00 Hourly

Location

Ada County Courthouse, 200 W. Front St., Boise, ID

Job Type

Full-Time with Benefits

Job Number

03052

Department

Development Services

Opening Date

08/18/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

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General Summary

$32.00/Hour + DOE

Please Note: This is a continuous job posting and will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. The posting may close at any time without notice. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

Ada County is a great place to work! We have over 2100 employees dedicated to enhancing our community's quality of life. Our Development Services team is growing, and this is an excellent opportunity to be a part of taking this team to the next level.

We offer a competitive Total Rewards package that increases your base salary by 40%, including:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous vacation and sick leave starting on day one
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Participation in one of the nation's best state retirement systems, with 11.96% employer contribution
• 457(b) deferred compensation plan with up to 3% county match, plus a401(k)
• Paid parental leave, life insurance, and robust wellness programs
• Ongoing training opportunities and career pathing

Our Mission: Development Services staff helps guide growth on behalf of Ada County residents and leaders through every development (and building) activity.

Our Vision: Balancing growth for a sustainable future while maintaining the trust of those we serve.

Learn more about Ada County Development Servies by visiting our website. Ada County Development Services

POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY

Reviews building permit applications and building plans accepted for processing; answers building code and related zoning questions from the public and others; interprets and applies the adopted Ada County Building Code Ordinance. Performs building inspections when necessary.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The Front Desk Plans Examiner reviews and approves building plans for over-the-counter permits, including but not limited to remodels, additions, detached accessory structures, swimming pools, etc. The Front Desk Plans Examiner also creates zoning certificates, ensuring compliance with the dimensional standards for all proposed developments.

Essential Functions

Front Desk Plans Examiner

• Reviews construction plans for compliance with Ada County Building Code Ordinance on simplified projects such as remodels, additions, and detached residential structures;
• Provides excellent customer service to walk in customers and callers while answering questions that range from building to planning and zoning;
• Reviews proposed developments to ensure compliance with the Ada County Zoning Ordinance;
• Receives and creates applications for all Development Services Divisions, ensuring completeness;
• Understanding of other Divisions procedures and requirements in order to assist customers with general questions;
• Accepts payments and creates receipts for all business activities.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs building inspections;
• Performs related functions as required.

Job Requirements

Front Desk Plans Examiner

• Certification as a Residential Plans Examiner from the International Code Council (ICC) is required within six (6) months of hire and Residential Building Inspector within twelve (12) months of hire;

• Must obtain the following certifications within two (2) years of hire:

• ICC Residential Mechanical Plans Examiner/Inspector

• ICC Residential Energy Code Plans Examiner/Inspector

• Knowledge of and ability to understand and enforce county and state building codes and related laws and ordinances;

• Knowledge of the basics of structural design, algebra, trigonometry and geometry in order to make mathematical calculations;

• Thorough knowledge of all types of construction, materials and methods with an emphasis on Light-Frame Construction;

• Skill in the use of personal computers and Microsoft Office software, with emphasis on Adobe;

• Ability to read and interpret complex plans and specifications;

• Ability to communicate with others verbally and in writing;

• Ability to research and analyze construction materials and methods;

• Ability to problem solve in real-time with customers at the front desk.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license;
• This position has been designated safety sensitive and therefore the incumbent is subject to random drug testing.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment and the employee in this class is subject to inside environmental conditions;
• Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permits the employee to function in a general office environment to accomplish tasks;
• When the employee performs inspections they will take place in a field setting;
• Inspection visits require the incumbent to move over uneven land and inspect various parts of structures. Often the incumbent must use ladders and/or move through crawl spaces to gain access to sections of the structure. Sometimes the incumbent must negotiate fences, hazardous or steep terrain with rough, rocky and/or wet surfaces.

DISCLAIMER:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the primary job responsibilities satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veterans Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed "key positions" in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.

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Ada County recognizes that employees are our most valuable asset. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees designed to support the health, wellness and long-term financial stability of our employees and their families.

Healthcare:

• Low-cost medical, dental, vision premiums and deductibles
• Post-employment health savings account

Retirement and Investments Plans:

• PERSI retirement benefits
• 457(b) post or pre-tax investments options with up to 3% employer match
• 401(k)

Wellbeing Program:

• Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal concerns.
• Free ACHD Commuter ride vanpool program
• Free bus pass

Paid-leave:

• 11 paid holidays per year
• 8 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Approximately 96 hours of vacation accrual for full-time employee
• Approximately 96 hours of sick accrual for full-time employee
• 5 days paid bereavement leave

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Basic Life Insurance employer paid if benefit eligible
• Short Term Disability employer paid if benefit eligible

Optional Benefits:

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• NCPERS Decreasing Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Employee, Spouse, Child Life Insurance
• Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance
• AFLAC

Employer Ada County

Department Development Services Address 200 W. Front St.

Boise, Idaho, 83702

Website www.adacounty.id.gov