City of Coral Gables, FL
Building Plans Examiner- Historic
City of Coral Gables, FL - Miami, Florida, United States, 33134
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Salary:
$74,315.22 - $115,188.67 Annually Location :
City of Coral Gables, FL Job Type:
Full-time Job Number:
000-0000 Department:
Development Services Department Opening Date:
08/05/2025
Summary Performs a variety of routine and complex technical and administrative work in plans review and analysis to determine compliance with all applicable codes as well as accepted standards relating to building codes. Collaborates with Historic Department as needed & exercises considerable initiative and independent judgment under the general direction of the Building Official & Historic Director. Work emphasizes a wide range of customer service functions and frequent interaction with the public. Job Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.
Interprets and enforces the Florida Building Code, to include the historic provisions.
Reviews plans and applications for permits to ensure compliance with codes, laws and ordinances. Advises applicants of required changes. Gives final approval on applicable plans.
May occasionally perform historic inspections.
Answers questions and provides project representatives with explanations of deficiencies and lack of compliance; provides guidance to rectify deficiencies. ? Processes all permit related documents/forms/information and ensures proper routing.
Provides technical assistance and information on historic preservation to property owners.
Responds to customers' inquiries received through email, telephone, mail, or in person regarding the permitting process. Assists customers and exercises independent judgment to resolve issues. ? ? Assists the Building Official or Deputy Building Official and Historic Director as needed.
Performs other related tasks as required. Qualifications Bachelors degree in Historic Preservation, Architecture, Architectural History or related field.
A minimum of two years of related experience, preferably in a local or state preservation agency.
Experience in construction / construction management is preferred.
A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Valid Florida Driver's License. HOLIDAYS:
15 days including 3 floating days.
SICK LEAVE:
96 hours annually.
ANNUAL LEAVE:
80 hours in the first year of employment, increasing up to 188 hours after 25 years. Employees must take 40 hours of annual leave each year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE:
5 or 10 work days for the death of a family member in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and the City's Personnel Rules & Regulations.
MEDICAL INSURANCE:
Fully paid by the City (HMO Select). Coverage becomes effective 1st of month following 30 days. Employee may purchase coverage for eligible dependents at a cost of approximately 50% of the premium. DENTAL INSURANCE:
Available to all employees through payroll deduction. LIFE INSURANCE :
Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment equal to 1 x annual salary, fully paid by the City (up to $200,000). VOLUNTARY BENEFITS:
Several plans available, such as Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance and Critical Illness policies through payroll deductions.
LEGAL SERVICES:
Legal Service plan available at a cost to employees through payroll deductions.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION:
Employees are given the option to defer a portion of their pre-tax salary into the 457 Deferred Compensation Program.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT:
$2000 per semester ($6,000 maximum annually) for approved college coursework.
SAFETY GLASSES:
Required safety glasses are provided every 2 years.
RECREATIONAL USE:
Employee, spouse and immediate family members seventeen (17) years of age and under are entitled to the benefits below:
- Venetian Pool - No charge for daily admission. - Tennis Centers - No charge for daily court fees. - Youth Center - 50% off residential rates for memberships and 50% off camps and other programs.
Golf at Biltmore & Granada:
- Monday through Friday - no charge. - Saturday, Sunday and Holidays: - Before Noon - Twilight fees apply - After Noon - No charge (cart fees apply at all times)
PENSION:
Mandatory employee contribution of 10% of salary. Vesting period is 10 years.
OR
As of 6/14/2016 - DEFINED CONTRIBUTION:
401(a) - Contribution by City of 7% of employee base annual salary. Vesting period 5 years. Employee not required to contribute.
***Note: Benefits subject to change.***
Please refer to the collective bargaining agreement for current benefits. 01
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Historic Preservation, Architecture, Architectural History or a related field?
Yes No
02
Do you have a minimum of two years of related experience, preferably in a local or state preservation agency?
Yes No
03
Do you have experience in construction / construction management?
Yes No
04
Do you have a valid Florida Driver's License?
Yes No
Required Question
$74,315.22 - $115,188.67 Annually Location :
City of Coral Gables, FL Job Type:
Full-time Job Number:
000-0000 Department:
Development Services Department Opening Date:
08/05/2025
Summary Performs a variety of routine and complex technical and administrative work in plans review and analysis to determine compliance with all applicable codes as well as accepted standards relating to building codes. Collaborates with Historic Department as needed & exercises considerable initiative and independent judgment under the general direction of the Building Official & Historic Director. Work emphasizes a wide range of customer service functions and frequent interaction with the public. Job Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.
Interprets and enforces the Florida Building Code, to include the historic provisions.
Reviews plans and applications for permits to ensure compliance with codes, laws and ordinances. Advises applicants of required changes. Gives final approval on applicable plans.
May occasionally perform historic inspections.
Answers questions and provides project representatives with explanations of deficiencies and lack of compliance; provides guidance to rectify deficiencies. ? Processes all permit related documents/forms/information and ensures proper routing.
Provides technical assistance and information on historic preservation to property owners.
Responds to customers' inquiries received through email, telephone, mail, or in person regarding the permitting process. Assists customers and exercises independent judgment to resolve issues. ? ? Assists the Building Official or Deputy Building Official and Historic Director as needed.
Performs other related tasks as required. Qualifications Bachelors degree in Historic Preservation, Architecture, Architectural History or related field.
A minimum of two years of related experience, preferably in a local or state preservation agency.
Experience in construction / construction management is preferred.
A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Valid Florida Driver's License. HOLIDAYS:
15 days including 3 floating days.
SICK LEAVE:
96 hours annually.
ANNUAL LEAVE:
80 hours in the first year of employment, increasing up to 188 hours after 25 years. Employees must take 40 hours of annual leave each year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE:
5 or 10 work days for the death of a family member in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and the City's Personnel Rules & Regulations.
MEDICAL INSURANCE:
Fully paid by the City (HMO Select). Coverage becomes effective 1st of month following 30 days. Employee may purchase coverage for eligible dependents at a cost of approximately 50% of the premium. DENTAL INSURANCE:
Available to all employees through payroll deduction. LIFE INSURANCE :
Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment equal to 1 x annual salary, fully paid by the City (up to $200,000). VOLUNTARY BENEFITS:
Several plans available, such as Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance and Critical Illness policies through payroll deductions.
LEGAL SERVICES:
Legal Service plan available at a cost to employees through payroll deductions.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION:
Employees are given the option to defer a portion of their pre-tax salary into the 457 Deferred Compensation Program.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT:
$2000 per semester ($6,000 maximum annually) for approved college coursework.
SAFETY GLASSES:
Required safety glasses are provided every 2 years.
RECREATIONAL USE:
Employee, spouse and immediate family members seventeen (17) years of age and under are entitled to the benefits below:
- Venetian Pool - No charge for daily admission. - Tennis Centers - No charge for daily court fees. - Youth Center - 50% off residential rates for memberships and 50% off camps and other programs.
Golf at Biltmore & Granada:
- Monday through Friday - no charge. - Saturday, Sunday and Holidays: - Before Noon - Twilight fees apply - After Noon - No charge (cart fees apply at all times)
PENSION:
Mandatory employee contribution of 10% of salary. Vesting period is 10 years.
OR
As of 6/14/2016 - DEFINED CONTRIBUTION:
401(a) - Contribution by City of 7% of employee base annual salary. Vesting period 5 years. Employee not required to contribute.
***Note: Benefits subject to change.***
Please refer to the collective bargaining agreement for current benefits. 01
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Historic Preservation, Architecture, Architectural History or a related field?
Yes No
02
Do you have a minimum of two years of related experience, preferably in a local or state preservation agency?
Yes No
03
Do you have experience in construction / construction management?
Yes No
04
Do you have a valid Florida Driver's License?
Yes No
Required Question