Job Details

Salary : $100,651.20 - $148,699.20 Annually
Location : Indio, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 01082026
Department: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Opening Date: 01/08/2026
Closing Date: 2/6/2026 11:00 PM Pacific
Max Number of Applicants: 100

Description

***DISCLAIMER: The City reserves the right to accelerate or extend the "Closing Date" of open positions at any time, dependent upon the number of applications received. The City is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make all reasonable accommodations for the disabled to participate in employment programs and facilities. Women, minorities, and disabled individuals are encouraged to apply. The finalist candidate must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.***

DEFINITION:

Under general supervision, oversees and is responsible for ensuring the conformance of residential, commercial, and industrial building plans and specifications with applicable codes and ordinances, including building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and energy codes, health and safety codes, business and professional codes, and other applicable laws and ordinances; plans, schedules, assigns, and reviews the work of staff performing professional and technical work in support of plans examination and permitting programs, projects and activities of the Building Division of the Community Development Department; manages the effective use of the City resources to improve organizational productivity and customer service; provides highly complex and responsible support to the Director of Community Development and others in areas of expertise; assists at the public counter; assists Building Inspectors as needed; performs other related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Supervising Plans Examiner is a supervisory level classification in which incumbents are responsible for supervising plans examination and permitting programs, projects, and staff within the Building Division of the Community Development Department. The incumbent is expected to perform the full scope of assigned duties with minimum supervision. Incumbents perform plan checking, technical fieldwork, and investigation in the enforcement of a broad range of building and related codes. The work requires independence and discretion in both field inspections and plan examinations.
Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (include but are not limited to the following)
• Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of staff assigned to plans examination and permit issuance in the Building Division of the Community Development Department; assesses needs and assists in the development and implementation of training programs to ensure subordinates maintain applicable knowledge and skill; trains staff in work procedures, evaluates employee performance, mentors employees, and effectively recommends disciplinary action; assists in selection and promotion.
• Assist in the selection and performance evaluation of Building Inspection Unit staff; assess needs and assists in the development and implementation of training programs to ensure subordinates maintain applicable knowledge and skill.
• Oversees and is responsible for ensuring the conformance of building plans and specifications with applicable codes and ordinances; reviews and approves submitted building plans for compliance with building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, housing, and related codes and regulations governing the construction, alteration, repair, and use of buildings and structures; performs plan checks to ensure minimum design criteria, energy standards, Health Department standards and that the Americans with Disabilities Act requirements are met; coordinates plan checks with other departments, outside agencies, and consultants.
• Interprets and monitors City rules, policies, and procedures pertaining to the administration of the Building Division; explains and provides information to owners about building applications and permits; reviews applications for completeness and researches application and permit status; explains required inspections and construction requirements to owners/contractors, architects, engineers, contractors, and the public; prepares correspondence to architects, engineers, and contractors relating to the correction of plans and engineering detail; prepares and maintains records and files for monitoring deficiencies and status of compliance.
• Leads and assists the permit counter; provides information and assistance regarding construction codes as necessary; issues and writes permits; assists in answering the more difficult questions; calculates building permits, plan check and developer fees.
• Files and logs current projects to track status; transmits plans to other divisions, departments and outside consultants as appropriate; performs code research; investigates new and substitute materials; investigates new methods of structure design; keeps informed of changes and new legislator related to assignments.
• Prepares and assists the Director of Community Development in the preparation of weekly/monthly reports, ordinances, policies and procedures; makes technical recommendations on work items to Building Inspectors.
• Participates in the preparation and administration of the Building and Safety Division budget; submits budget recommendations and monitors expenditures.
• Instrumental in setting work priorities; establishes goals and objectives for assigned activities.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.

OTHER DUTIES: (include but are not limited to the following)
• Performs building inspections as needed.
• Performs other related duties as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED:

Receives general supervision from the Director of Community Development. Exercises functional and technical supervision over assigned support staff.
Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.)

Education:

Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

Possess five years of experience in the construction industry and the building trades involving work performed in conformance with standard building codes, including one year in a lead capacity.

Two years of relevant experience working with a municipality is preferred.

License/Certificate:

Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license. Possession of an I.C.C. Plans Examiner Certificate is required.
Additional Information

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: (The following are a representative sample of the KSA's necessary to perform essential duties of the position.)

Knowledge of:

Principles of supervision, training, performance evaluation; principles, practices and methods used in plan checking, building inspection and permit issuance; plumbing, electrical HVAC, masonry, stucco, cement, welding, T-24, and ADA codes; uniform codes and related engineering practices; modern methods of building construction; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations, including laws, ordinances and codes related to building construction and zoning; investigative principles and practices; public relations techniques and procedures; basic principles of mathematics; techniques of scheduling work assignments; standard office procedures, practices, and equipment; modern office equipment including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling, and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Skill to:

Operate an office computer and a variety of word processing and software applications; and safely and effectively operate a variety of tools and equipment used in building inspection.
Ability to:

Supervise, plan, coordinate, and organize the work of assigned staff; apply policies, procedures, codes and regulations pertaining to building plans and specifications; read and interpret complex plans and specifications; interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; read, interpret, and record data accurately; organize, prioritize, and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; analyze a complex issue, and develop and implement an appropriate response; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A flex benefit is provided monthly. There are several medical insurance programs, two dental plans and one vision plan from which to choose.
RETIREMENT: City participates in the 2% @ 62 for new PERS miscellaneous members and 2.7 @ 57 for New PERS sworn program. The City also participates in social security. Please contact Human Resources if you are an existing PERS member.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution, a choice of two 457 plans.
VACATION LEAVE: Based on length of employment with the City. 0<4 years = 3.08 hours, 4<7 years = 4.62 hours, 7<10 years = 5.54 hours, 10 years = 6.15 hours, 11 years = 6.46 hours, 12 years = 6.77 hours, 13 years = 7.08 hours, 14 years = 7.39 hours and 15 more years = 7.69 hours.
Maximum vacation accumulation shall be three (3) times that employee's annual accrual coinciding with his/her current rate of earning. Upon reaching this ceiling, no more vacation shall accumulate until vacation is taken.
HOLIDAYS: City observes thirteen (13) holidays each year.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 60 day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances providing 100% of pay.
LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 term life. Premiums paid by the City. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for purchase.

MILEAGE: Employees who are required to use their personal vehicles for City business shall be reimbursed at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) standard mileage rate.
EDUCATION REIMBURSEMENT: May be reimbursed for actual cost, subject to availability of funds.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, or Resolution. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
01

Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess 5 years of experience in the construction industry and the building trades involving work performed in conformance with standard building codes, including 1 year in a lead capacity?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you posses 2 years of relevant experience working with a municipality?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess an I.C.C. Plans Examiner Certification?

• Yes
• No

Required Question