$98,196.80–$147,295.61 Per Year
Architectural Engineering, Architectural Services, Building Codes, Building Design, Civil Engineering, Class C License, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Design, Construction Document Set, Construction Planning, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Information Architecture, Interpersonal Skills, Multi-Family Buildings, Novell eDirectory (formerly NDS), Problem Solving Skills, Regulations, Remodeling, Residential Construction, Service Delivery, Structural Engineering, Support Documentation, Technical/Engineering Design
Plan Check Associate
Salary
$98,196.80 - $147,295.61 Annually
Location
Thousand Oaks City Hall, CA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
202500009
Department
Community Development
Division
Building
Opening Date
04/15/2026
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
Description
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
- Diverse and Impactful Project Involvement: Review diverse residential and commercial plans, influencing safe, code-compliant development.
- Key Role in the Permit Process: Conduct in-depth plan checks and revisions and coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders.
- Public & Professional Interaction: Collaborate with industry professionals and assist the public with code and permit guidance.
We have an excellent opportunity in the Building Division for the position of Plan Check Associate. We are seeking a customer service-oriented individual with the competence and experience to address challenges with confidence and professionalism. The Plan Check Associate performs a broad range of duties in reviewing and checking building construction plans (residential, commercial, and industrial) for compliance with all applicable State and City codes.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review a full range of construction plans, including complex and technically challenging projects such as single- and multi-family dwellings, residential additions and alterations, as well as commercial and industrial buildings, including new construction, additions, repairs, and remodels.
- Read and interprets architectural and structural engineering plans to ensure conformance with the California codes, structural design codes, and local municipal codes.
- Respond to inquiries from and provides information to architects, engineers, contractors, building designers, homeowners, and the general public regarding project status, plan checking, and other code-related issues.
- Review engineering calculations, geotechnical reports and documentation intended to support the design of the construction documents.
- Assistant the public service counter (over-the-counter plan checking, code, and permit fee questions) and approves over the counter plan revisions to issued permits.
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
The Ideal Candidate Should Possess:
- Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and civil engineering plans to ensure conformance with building code standards and other related regulations.
- Knowledge of engineering procedures, terminology, principles, and theories as related to the structural components of buildings and structures.
- Structural design engineering experience(highly desirable).
- Outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with external and internal partners.
- Knowledge of International and California Building Codes.
- Knowledge of structural design codes including ASCE 7, ACI, NDS and AISC.
- A valid California Class C driver's license.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field. A masters degree is highly desirable.
- 3+ years of responsible technical experience as a Plan Checker or Design Engineer, including two years of technical experience in plan checking or design at a level comparable to a Plan Check Assistant with the City of Thousand Oaks.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain ICC Plans Examiner certification.
- Eligibility to take the qualifying examination for California EIT registration is highly desirable.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Effective Communicator
- Strategic Thinker
- Results Orientated
- Customer Focused
- Problem Solver and Decision Maker
- Planner and Organizer
- Technically Knowledgeable
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position is primarily in-person to support team collaboration and service delivery. After successfully completing the probationary period, employees may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule, in accordance with departmental needs and City policy.
FILING DEADLINE: This position will remain open until filled.
FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS: Applications and supplemental questions will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and candidates are encouraged to apply by May 4, 2026. Please note, the recruitment may close without notice at any time after the first review date. Additional information about the City is available on our website at www.toaks.gov.
The City of Thousand Oaks offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, and tuition reimbursement. Click here for more information.
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Do you already have the ICC Building Plans Examiner certification? If not, would you be able to obtain it within six months of employment?
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Please provide a brief summary of your experience related to the position as either an engineer, inspector, or contractor.
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Please provide a brief summary of your plan review experience(s) that elaborates on the duration and complexity of the reviews you have performed. What were the Codes you applied and for which areas of the project, respectively?
Required Question
Employer City of Thousand Oaks
Address 2100 E Thousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks, California, 91362-2903
Website https://toaks.gov