The City of Highland Park is seeking a Plan Examiner/Inspector to review building plans and conduct inspections to ensure compliance with building codes and ordinances. Duties include reviewing plans for residential and commercial buildings, inspecting construction sites, and responding to complaints. Applicants should have a degree in architecture or construction and 3-5 years of experience in plan review or inspections, as well as ICC certifications that must be obtained within 24 months. Strong communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills are required.

1. Employment Opportunity
Plan Examiner / Inspector
Human Resources
City of Highland Park
1707 St Johns Avenue
Highland Park, IL 60035
847.926.1013
hr@cityhpil.com
Job # 2023-10
Plan Examiner /
Inspector
(Full-Time)
NJB
The City of Highland Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Title: Plan Examiner / Inspector
Department: Community Development
Hiring Range: $30.36 - $37.95 DOQ
Closing Date: March 9, 2023
Primary Purpose: Performs skilled review of building, and building systems plans for compliance with applicable
building codes and ordinances related to project design, construction, alteration, repair and related zoning and
land use matters. From time-to-time conducts field inspections of construction sites for compliance with approved
plans and relevant building and land use codes as needed.
Supervision Received: Works with direct supervision of the Sr. Plan Examiner and general supervision of the
Building Division Manager and other senior management.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Performs plan review of all types of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, and building
systems, and accessory structures to ensure compliance with adopted International Building Codes, and
local building and zoning / land use code requirements. Also applies best practices to review and
approve site plans, erosion and sedimentation control measures, earthwork & grading plans, storm water
drainage and management plans and supporting calculations that are prepared by licensed architects,
landscape architects, and engineers for residential development. Provides written comments to design
professionals, contractors, property owners and other city staff. Coordinates with external contract
services firms that provide various technical advisory review services to the City.
• Applies knowledge of municipal development codes and related laws and ordinances. Assists customers
and administrative staff at walk-up customer service desk as needed. Provides technical instruction,
guidance, and information to consultants, contractors, engineers, City officials, property owners and the
public regarding review of design proposals as it relates to regulatory compliance matters .
• Inspects projects in the process of construction, alteration or repair for compliance with adopted building
codes, zoning requirements and conformity with approved plans and conditions. Responds to
complaints and conducts inspections related to drainage and grading matters on private residential
properties to ensure compliance. Makes written records of field inspections results together with notes
on any action taken. Writes correspondence related to enforcement actions.
• Examines and inspects compliance with Codes and related Commission / City Council approvals
pertaining to design, zoning and historic preservation regulations and requirements.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with architects, building owners, contractors,
fellow employees and the public. Meets or corresponds with architects, contractors and property owners
regarding plan reviews, construction installations and regulatory details.
• Performs other related work as assigned.

2. Employment Opportunity
Plan Examiner / Inspector
Human Resources
City of Highland Park
1707 St Johns Avenue
Highland Park, IL 60035
847.926.1013
hr@cityhpil.com
Job # 2023-10
Plan Examiner /
Inspector
(Full-Time)
NJB
The City of Highland Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Required Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills,
and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.
Education: A Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university in architecture, architectural engineering,
construction engineering / management or closely related field; OR Graduation from a four year High School /
Associate’s Degree and equivalent combination of experience. Preferred: Either of the above w/ International
Code Council (ICC) certification(s) or similar training and experience.
Experience: 3 to 5 years of experience in plan review, inspections, or an equivalent combination of educational
certification, training and experience in construction practices and procedures.
Certification or License: Applicants must have a valid driver’s license. Must obtain International Code Council
(ICC) Certification(s) as Residential Building Plans Examiner, Commercial Building Plans Examiner within 24
months of date hired. And obtain other relevant certifications as part of on-going professional development as
directed.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Proficiencies: Knowledge of building plan review for compliance with
applicable codes and ordinances related to project design, construction, alteration, repair and related zoning and
land use matters. Strong oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of building inspection for compliance
with applicable codes and ordinances related to project design, construction, alteration, repair and related zoning
and land use matters. Knowledge of the construction industry with preference towards permit review, processing
and plan review coordination related to residential and commercial building development. Strong customer
service skills that enable the provision of courteous, credible and accessible service that is responsive to
customer’s needs and tactfully, fairly and firmly addresses compliance matters. The ability to independently plan,
prioritize, and organize work and complete assignments within a deadline driven environment; The ability to work
cooperatively with other City employees and the public; Ability to apply conflict resolution techniques to bring
about effective solutions to problems. Ability and willingness to learn and perform a wide variety of construction
and zoning related plan review and inspection services. Performance all work in a professional manner with the
highest level of integrity and in accordance with the City’s conflict of interest policies and practices.
For a full job description, or to apply please, visit www.cityhpil.com/careers or reach out to Nick Barnes, HR
Generalist, at nbarnes@cityhpil.com.