Flood Plain Reviewer

Summary

• CAP Government, Inc. is seeking a Floodplain Reviewer to join our growing team.
• The qualified candidate is responsible for the professional and technical work of above-average complexity in the review and analysis of plans and specifications to determine compliance with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), Municipal Building and Zoning Ordinances, the Florida Building Code, and related technical codes, and to assist the Floodplain Manager in administration and coordination of the Community Rating System (CRS).

Responsibilities:

• Reviews all plans and specifications in detail to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local floodplain management and coastal construction regulations prior to issuance of building permits for proposed construction, land use modifications, or building development.
• Discusses technical requirements with engineers, contractors, builders, or property owners; approves or disapproves submissions; suggests modifications; and requests corrections or plan resubmission as necessary.\
• Reviews and evaluates drawings and specifications to determine minimum code compliance with flood-resistant design and construction requirements.
• Assists with inspections of buildings during construction, alteration, or repair to ensure compliance with approved plans and building code requirements related to flood-resistant design and construction. May also conduct pre-construction site inspections to assess plan feasibility and monitor construction progress.
• Assists in investigating complaints regarding violations of applicable codes and ordinances, and coordinates prosecution of violators when necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; 60 college credits in building and/or construction techniques preferred.
• Possess and maintain Association of State Floodplain Managers (ASFPM) Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) certification.
• 3–5 years of experience interpreting and applying guidelines and complex regulations relating to floodplain management and National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) principles.
• Additional qualifying education may substitute on a year-for-year basis for required experience.
• Required certifications must be kept current during employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of: National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), Community Rating System (CRS), land use planning, building code enforcement, drainage laws, flood hazard mapping methodologies, intergovernmental coordination, and disaster/post-disaster recovery procedures.
• Knowledge of the Florida Building Code, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 7-24, and other applicable city laws and ordinances.
• Considerable knowledge of, and ability to accurately read, Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs).
• Ability to review elevation certificates and related permit applications to determine compliance with floodplain management requirements.
• Ability to identify structural defects and hazardous building conditions and to recommend or implement corrective measures.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications to determine compliance with floodplain management and coastal construction regulations.
• Ability to perform on-site inspections requiring climbing, crawling, bending, stooping, and accessing confined spaces.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare a variety of reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, employees, departmental officials, professional groups, and the general public.