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Employer: County of Hawai`i Salary: $104,472.00 - $133,368.00 Annually Location: Future vacancies with immediate vacancy in Hilo, HI Job Type: Permanent & Temporary Positions Job Number: 2025-00095 Department: Public Works Division: Building Opening Date: 06/22/2025 Closing Date: Continuous Duties Summary
Plans, directs, and coordinates county-wide activities relating to building plans examining, building permit issuance, and building inspection; performs complex engineering work in the review, analysis, and approval of difficult building plans and specifications for compliance with accepted engineering practices and the provisions of the Building Codes and other codes and pertinent ordinances; and performs other related duties as required. There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Public Works - Building Division in Hilo. (Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range advertised above at which appropriate qualified applicants can be recruited. Starting salary will be based on the qualifications of the person selected.) The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment. Examples of duties include: overseeing the activities related to the review of commercial and residential plans and specifications for all buildings and structures; supervising the issuance of building permits and certificates of occupancy; providing overall coordination of the review of plans and specifications among other sections of the division and other responsible County departments and State agencies; ensuring that the application for building permits have been properly reviewed by all agencies concerned; supervising and coordinating the work in building plans examining and in building inspection to ensure the consistency in the interpretative application of building code provisions; advising and assisting building inspectors during the construction phase and making decisions on major engineering problems encountered in the field; reviewing staff reports; evaluating operational efficiency; recommending and coordinating the implementation of procedural and operational changes to improve the building permit review and approval process; performing plans examining of the most difficult and complex; supervising the enforcement of building, sign, and energy codes; conducting code review classes; recommending revisions and drafting language for adoption of new building, sign, and energy code requirements; and performing other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements
Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in civil or structural engineering, or architecture, and Three (3) years of professional engineering or architectural work experience that included supervisory responsibilities; which included or is supplemented by One (1) year of building plans examining and building code enforcement work experience, and Possession of a valid professional civil or structural engineer or architect license in the United States, and Possession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing. Note: Possession of a State of Hawai'i professional structural or civil engineer or architect license prior to the completion of probation. Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicants training, education, and experience as presented in the application. Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week. Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application. Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of structural engineering or architecture; principles of civil engineering as they relate to buildings and structures; engineering mathematics and mechanics; methods and techniques of building construction; strength and composition of materials; sources of engineering information; provisions of the Building Codes and related ordinances; and principles and practices of supervision. Ability to: Review and analyze building plans and specifications for compliance with engineering and code requirements; coordinate major plans review projects; interpret and apply provisions of the Building, Sign, and Energy Codes and related ordinances; draft language for code amendments; plan, review, and supervise the work of subordinates; develop and implement policies and procedures; prepare engineering reports and correspondence; prepare and justify budget estimates; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other government agencies, engineers, architects, contractors, and the public. Physical Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping: Light. Benefits of County Employment
The County of Hawai'i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements. Flexible Working Arrangements:
Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.) Vacation:
Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire
up to 21 days per year. Sick Leave:
Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire
up to 21 days per year. Holidays:
The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable). Training and Development:
The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees. County Tuition Reimbursement Program:
This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program:
You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. Retirement Plan:
The Employees' Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries. Deferred Compensation:
Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions. Flexible Spending Plan:
Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums. Health Benefit Plans:
The County of Hawai'i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees. Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems. Group Life Insurance:
Free life insurance policy for active employees. Credit Union Membership: Other Leaves:
You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Victims Protection Leave, Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, Donor Leave, and Jury Duty. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining. Please check out the benefits tab for additional information. Supplemental Information
Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required: An official college transcript, A valid driver's license, A temporary assignment verification, Professional licenses, and/or Certificates. Veterans applying for veteran's preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as
Employer: County of Hawai`i Salary: $104,472.00 - $133,368.00 Annually Location: Future vacancies with immediate vacancy in Hilo, HI Job Type: Permanent & Temporary Positions Job Number: 2025-00095 Department: Public Works Division: Building Opening Date: 06/22/2025 Closing Date: Continuous Duties Summary
Plans, directs, and coordinates county-wide activities relating to building plans examining, building permit issuance, and building inspection; performs complex engineering work in the review, analysis, and approval of difficult building plans and specifications for compliance with accepted engineering practices and the provisions of the Building Codes and other codes and pertinent ordinances; and performs other related duties as required. There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Public Works - Building Division in Hilo. (Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range advertised above at which appropriate qualified applicants can be recruited. Starting salary will be based on the qualifications of the person selected.) The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment. Examples of duties include: overseeing the activities related to the review of commercial and residential plans and specifications for all buildings and structures; supervising the issuance of building permits and certificates of occupancy; providing overall coordination of the review of plans and specifications among other sections of the division and other responsible County departments and State agencies; ensuring that the application for building permits have been properly reviewed by all agencies concerned; supervising and coordinating the work in building plans examining and in building inspection to ensure the consistency in the interpretative application of building code provisions; advising and assisting building inspectors during the construction phase and making decisions on major engineering problems encountered in the field; reviewing staff reports; evaluating operational efficiency; recommending and coordinating the implementation of procedural and operational changes to improve the building permit review and approval process; performing plans examining of the most difficult and complex; supervising the enforcement of building, sign, and energy codes; conducting code review classes; recommending revisions and drafting language for adoption of new building, sign, and energy code requirements; and performing other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements
Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in civil or structural engineering, or architecture, and Three (3) years of professional engineering or architectural work experience that included supervisory responsibilities; which included or is supplemented by One (1) year of building plans examining and building code enforcement work experience, and Possession of a valid professional civil or structural engineer or architect license in the United States, and Possession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing. Note: Possession of a State of Hawai'i professional structural or civil engineer or architect license prior to the completion of probation. Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicants training, education, and experience as presented in the application. Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week. Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application. Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of structural engineering or architecture; principles of civil engineering as they relate to buildings and structures; engineering mathematics and mechanics; methods and techniques of building construction; strength and composition of materials; sources of engineering information; provisions of the Building Codes and related ordinances; and principles and practices of supervision. Ability to: Review and analyze building plans and specifications for compliance with engineering and code requirements; coordinate major plans review projects; interpret and apply provisions of the Building, Sign, and Energy Codes and related ordinances; draft language for code amendments; plan, review, and supervise the work of subordinates; develop and implement policies and procedures; prepare engineering reports and correspondence; prepare and justify budget estimates; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other government agencies, engineers, architects, contractors, and the public. Physical Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping: Light. Benefits of County Employment
The County of Hawai'i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements. Flexible Working Arrangements:
Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.) Vacation:
Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire
up to 21 days per year. Sick Leave:
Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire
up to 21 days per year. Holidays:
The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable). Training and Development:
The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees. County Tuition Reimbursement Program:
This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program:
You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. Retirement Plan:
The Employees' Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries. Deferred Compensation:
Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions. Flexible Spending Plan:
Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums. Health Benefit Plans:
The County of Hawai'i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees. Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems. Group Life Insurance:
Free life insurance policy for active employees. Credit Union Membership: Other Leaves:
You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Victims Protection Leave, Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, Donor Leave, and Jury Duty. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining. Please check out the benefits tab for additional information. Supplemental Information
Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required: An official college transcript, A valid driver's license, A temporary assignment verification, Professional licenses, and/or Certificates. Veterans applying for veteran's preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as