City of Garden Grove
*** RECRUITMENT EXTENDED ***
The City of Garden Grove is now accepting applications for:
PLANS EXAMINER . Deadline to apply for this recruitment has been extended from Monday, December 15, 2025 to Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. PST.
DEPARTMENT The Building and Safety Division is responsible for the application and administration of State and local building regulations in order to safeguard life, health, property and the public welfare.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Reviews plans, architectural drawings, structural calculations, and specifications submitted with development permit applications to ensure completeness and conformance with the department's requirements.
Provides information to architects, engineers, designers, contractors and homeowners regarding code and building standards questions.
Assists office personnel regarding plans and documents for permits and technical matters.
Assists field inspectors and planners regarding codes and zoning issues.
Attends meetings and functions relating to building safety, construction, fire safety, plan review, etc.
Maintains knowledge of applicable codes, law standards and ordinances; may research codes and standards for Building Official.
Performs basic mathematical calculations on plans to determine compliance.
Read, interpret and explain zoning codes and related regulations and ordinances.
Evaluates a variety of applications and proposals for completeness; advises applicants of plan review process and status.
Assists in preparing materials for public meetings; assists in distributing agenda packets and posting public notices.
Utilizes computer applications, including permit program software and GIS applications, to access property information; enters application data and tracks status of applications.
Performs related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Graduation from an accredited high school or successful completion of the G.E.D. exam and two (2) years of responsible experience in the performance of plan review work or a variety of construction work performed in conformance with model building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing codes.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must possess a valid California class "C" driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record (three (3) or fewer DMV points issued within the past five (5) years and no more than one (1) DUI within the past ten (10) years).
Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) Building Plans Examiner certification is required at time of application.
Possession of at least one of the following ICC certifications is highly desirable:
International Building Code
International Residential Code
International Plumbing Code
International Mechanical Code
International Electrical Code
KNOWLEDGE OF
Building materials and modern methods of construction;
Familiarity with all types of materials used in electrical, mechanical, and plumbing installations;
Basic principles of electrical wiring for residential installations;
Model codes including the Uniform ICC Building Code, Uniform ICC Mechanical Code, National Electrical Code, Uniform ICC Plumbing Code, Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations and other related codes;
Customer service techniques and principles;
Effective communication skills.
ABILITY TO
Understand provisions of applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations;
Apply technical knowledge and use sound plan review methods to evaluate plans and specifications for completeness and potential violation of applicable codes;
Read and interpret diagrams, plans and specifications;
Maintain cooperative working relationships with owners, design professionals, contractors, the general public, and other City employees;
Commit to providing quality customer service.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Incumbents in this classification speak clearly, hear normal conversation, stand, walk, sit and see small details. The work environment described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Incumbents in this classification work inside in an open office environment.
HOW TO APPLY Online applications can be submitted by visiting
www.ggcity.org/hr . Questions regarding this position may be sent via email to
ggjobs@ggcity.org . City Hall is open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and every other Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
APPLICATION PACKET REQUIREMENTS
completed online employment application
completed supplemental questionnaire
copy of your ICC certification(s)
SELECTION PROCESS The application and supplemental questionnaire will be reviewed very carefully, and only those who appear to have the best qualifications will be invited to continue in the recruitment process. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee moving forward in the recruitment process. The finalist must successfully pass an extensive background and reference check prior to appointment.
Oral panel interview – tentatively scheduled for January 16 or 20, 2026.
Applicants will receive communication through email only. Applicants should check their email and spam mail for all notices regarding their status.
Candidates who may need accommodations during the selection process must contact the Human Resources Department at
ggjobs@ggcity.org
at least one week prior to any test dates.
NEPOTISM POLICY The City has adopted a Nepotism Policy that may affect the status of your application. Please refer to the Garden Grove Municipal Code 2.44.440 Nepotism Policy for more information.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Garden Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, marital status, religion, ancestry, national origin, medical condition, non‑disqualifying disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, military/veteran status, or other protected class covered by appropriate law.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER Per Government Code 3100, in the event of a disaster, employees of the City of Garden Grove are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
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PLANS EXAMINER . Deadline to apply for this recruitment has been extended from Monday, December 15, 2025 to Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. PST.
DEPARTMENT The Building and Safety Division is responsible for the application and administration of State and local building regulations in order to safeguard life, health, property and the public welfare.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Reviews plans, architectural drawings, structural calculations, and specifications submitted with development permit applications to ensure completeness and conformance with the department's requirements.
Provides information to architects, engineers, designers, contractors and homeowners regarding code and building standards questions.
Assists office personnel regarding plans and documents for permits and technical matters.
Assists field inspectors and planners regarding codes and zoning issues.
Attends meetings and functions relating to building safety, construction, fire safety, plan review, etc.
Maintains knowledge of applicable codes, law standards and ordinances; may research codes and standards for Building Official.
Performs basic mathematical calculations on plans to determine compliance.
Read, interpret and explain zoning codes and related regulations and ordinances.
Evaluates a variety of applications and proposals for completeness; advises applicants of plan review process and status.
Assists in preparing materials for public meetings; assists in distributing agenda packets and posting public notices.
Utilizes computer applications, including permit program software and GIS applications, to access property information; enters application data and tracks status of applications.
Performs related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Graduation from an accredited high school or successful completion of the G.E.D. exam and two (2) years of responsible experience in the performance of plan review work or a variety of construction work performed in conformance with model building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing codes.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must possess a valid California class "C" driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record (three (3) or fewer DMV points issued within the past five (5) years and no more than one (1) DUI within the past ten (10) years).
Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) Building Plans Examiner certification is required at time of application.
Possession of at least one of the following ICC certifications is highly desirable:
International Building Code
International Residential Code
International Plumbing Code
International Mechanical Code
International Electrical Code
KNOWLEDGE OF
Building materials and modern methods of construction;
Familiarity with all types of materials used in electrical, mechanical, and plumbing installations;
Basic principles of electrical wiring for residential installations;
Model codes including the Uniform ICC Building Code, Uniform ICC Mechanical Code, National Electrical Code, Uniform ICC Plumbing Code, Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations and other related codes;
Customer service techniques and principles;
Effective communication skills.
ABILITY TO
Understand provisions of applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations;
Apply technical knowledge and use sound plan review methods to evaluate plans and specifications for completeness and potential violation of applicable codes;
Read and interpret diagrams, plans and specifications;
Maintain cooperative working relationships with owners, design professionals, contractors, the general public, and other City employees;
Commit to providing quality customer service.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Incumbents in this classification speak clearly, hear normal conversation, stand, walk, sit and see small details. The work environment described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Incumbents in this classification work inside in an open office environment.
HOW TO APPLY Online applications can be submitted by visiting
www.ggcity.org/hr . Questions regarding this position may be sent via email to
ggjobs@ggcity.org . City Hall is open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and every other Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
APPLICATION PACKET REQUIREMENTS
completed online employment application
completed supplemental questionnaire
copy of your ICC certification(s)
SELECTION PROCESS The application and supplemental questionnaire will be reviewed very carefully, and only those who appear to have the best qualifications will be invited to continue in the recruitment process. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee moving forward in the recruitment process. The finalist must successfully pass an extensive background and reference check prior to appointment.
Oral panel interview – tentatively scheduled for January 16 or 20, 2026.
Applicants will receive communication through email only. Applicants should check their email and spam mail for all notices regarding their status.
Candidates who may need accommodations during the selection process must contact the Human Resources Department at
ggjobs@ggcity.org
at least one week prior to any test dates.
NEPOTISM POLICY The City has adopted a Nepotism Policy that may affect the status of your application. Please refer to the Garden Grove Municipal Code 2.44.440 Nepotism Policy for more information.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Garden Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, marital status, religion, ancestry, national origin, medical condition, non‑disqualifying disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, military/veteran status, or other protected class covered by appropriate law.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER Per Government Code 3100, in the event of a disaster, employees of the City of Garden Grove are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
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