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Residential Plan Examiner

City of Cleveland
Cleveland, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 3/28/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Plan Examiner position at City of Cleveland?

Salary
$24.09 - $32.44 Hourly
Location
8503 - Bldg & Housing Constr Permit
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
10027-HR
Department
8503 - Building & Housing Construction Permits
Division
850302 - B & H Const Permit Zoning
Opening Date
01/27/2026
Closing Date
2/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Description




Residential Plan Examiner

Examples of Duties

(Formerly Plan Examiner) Under supervision of the Commissioner of Construction Permitting, examines residential construction documents of One-, Two-, and Three-Family Dwellings prior to construction for the purposes of ensuring compliance with laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations relating to construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal, and demolition. Performs related duties as required that pertain to enforcement of the Cleveland Housing Code, the Cleveland Zoning Code, and the Ohio Residential Code.

Minimum Qualifications

(Note: this classification utilizes the working titles of Residential Plan Examiner, Interim Residential Plan Examiner, and Residential Plan Examiner Trainee, depending on the certification held.) A High School Diploma or GED is required. A valid State of Ohio Drivers License is required. Must meet one of the following requirements: Ohio registration as an architect or professional engineer; Five years of experience in building design and construction for residential or non-residential buildings or structures related by the rules of the board or experience specified in section 103.3.3(2); or Successful completion of a trainee program pursuant to section 103.3.9. Residential Plan Examiner Trainee A State of Ohio Board of Building Standards (OBBS) certification as a Residential Plan Examiner Trainee is required. Interim Residential Plan Examiner OBBS certification as an Interim Residential Plan Examiner is required. Residential Plan Examiner OBBS certification as a Residential Plan Examiner is required. Must have and maintain certifications throughout employment.

Supplemental Information



Union Classification

OBBS Residential Plan Examiner Certification - REQUIRED at the time of applying.
OBBS Residential Plan Examiner Interim Certification - REQUIRED at the time of applying.
OBBS Building Inspector Certification (full certification) - REQUIRED at the time of applying.


The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.


The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.


Employer
City of Cleveland
Address

601 Lakeside Avenue

Cleveland, Ohio, 44114

Phone
216-664-2493

Salary : $24 - $32

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