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Plans Examiner I, II, or III
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Code Enforcement and Inspections
Code Enforcement Manager
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Code Enforcement and Inspections
Facilities Manager
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Facilities Management
Human Resources Coordinator
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Human Resources and Personnel
- Public Health
Senior Animal Services Technician
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Animal Control or Services
Historic Site Manager
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Public Works Laborer
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Public Works
WIC Breastfeeding Coordinator
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Public Health
Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
Treatment Operations Manager
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Development Engineering Manager
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Engineering
Public Health Licensed Vocational Nurse
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Public Health
- Other
Solid Waste Maintenance Worker
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Sanitation and Solid Waste
Infrastructure Services Finance Technician
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
Solid Waste Operator-CDL | Commercial
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Sanitation and Solid Waste
- Other
Police Records Representative
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Public Safety
Lateral Transfer Police Officer
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Public Safety
- Other
Environmental Compliance Manager
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Environmental Services
- Regulatory and Licensing
Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Building Maintenance
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Water Plant Apprentice/Water Plant Operator I/Water Plant Operator II
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
- Other
Registered Dietitian Supervisor
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Public Health
Police Records Supervisor
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Public Safety
- Records Management
Public Works Utilities Operator-CDL / Senior Public Works Utilities Operator-CDL
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Public Works
- Utilities
- Other
Lead Health Safety Professional
- Waco, Texas
- Amazon
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
Crosswalk Guard
- Waco, Texas
- WACO ISD
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Leak Detection Specialist
- Waco, Texas
- American Leak Detection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Security Operations Technician Intern
- Waco, Texas
- Texas Farm Bureau
- Full Time
- Criminology and Forensics
- Public Safety
Crosswalk Guard
- Waco, Texas
- Education Service Center Region
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Dispatcher STM 419
- Waco, Texas
- Southern Tire Mart
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Human and Social Services
Level II TX Licensed Security Officer - High-Value Sites
- Waco, Texas
- signal-careers
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Air Traffic Control Specialist
- Waco, Texas
- Robinson Aviation
- Full Time
- Aviation or Harbor
Security Officer - Waco (57957)
- Waco, Texas
- Inter-con Security
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Elite Special Agent: National Security & Investigations
- Waco, Texas
- US Secret Service
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Non-Comp
- Waco, Texas
- Education Service Center Region 12
- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
- Federal Government
Assistant Registrar - Law School
- Waco, Texas
- Baylor University
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Federal Government
Practice Court Associate
- Waco, Texas
- Baylor University
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Legal Services
Environmental Science Officer
- Waco, Texas
- United States Army
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- Full Time
- Engineering

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Plans Examiner I, II, or III
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas 76701 United States
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
- Aug 06, 2026
- See Position Description - Full Time
CITY OF WACO, TEXAS

Waco is centrally located in the heart of Texas on the I-35 corridor midway between Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin. This progressive and diverse city with a vibrant community spirit offers major attractions, museums, recreation, and abundant shopping to more than 140,000 residents. Waco is the 25th largest city in Texas and the county seat of McLennan County. Waco is not only briming with Texas history, economic opportunity, and a rich variety of cultural experiences, it is also a major seat of high learning within three major colleges in its city limits including Baylor University, Texas State Technical College and McLennan Community College. The city is also the birthplace of Dr. Pepper, the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum and the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Waco boasts one of the biggest and best municipal parks in Texas, Cameron Park. While the park is located in the middle of downtown situated on the Brazos and Bosque River it hosts numerous races, triathlons, boat races and much, much more. Governance and Organization Waco is a home rule city with a council-manager form of government. The City Council is comprised of a Mayor, elected at-large, and five City Council members representing single-member districts, all serving two-year terms. The City Council sets the tax rate, approves the budget, appoints members to City boards and commissions, enacts City ordinances, and appoints the City Manager, City Attorney, City Secretary, and the Municipal Court Judge. The City has a strong Financial Management Policy that guides the operation and delivery of quality City services, contributes to excellent AA+ and Aa1 bond ratings, and maintains an unassigned fund balance reserve in the General Fund equal to 28% of current year budgeted expenditures. The City of Waco has more than 1,600 employees and a total operating budget of over $400 million. The City provides a full range of municipal services including a regional airport, animal services, building inspections, code enforcement, convention and visitors bureau, emergency management, housing and community development, economic development, fire, public health, library, municipal court, parks and recreation, planning, police, public works, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum, utilities and zoo operations. The City Council and City Manager are committed to the mission of providing exemplary municipal services for citizens and visitors in a collaborative and transparent manner while honoring the public’s trust. Waco values include providing excellent and innovative services, promoting equality and inclusion, focusing on teamwork, investing in people and always doing the right thing. With the City of Waco, you will find our home; where everyone belongs and thrives as move forward together.
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- Aug 06, 2026
Job Description
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Under basic supervision, performs plan reviews for proposed residential and commercial buildings for the Development Services Department; examines building plans before permit issuance and verifies plans are in compliance with building and safety codes, laws, regulations, and standards.

Plans Examiner I
Minimum starting salary is $30.0000 hourly , depending on qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
Required:

Associate's degree in construction management, engineering, Business or Public Administration
2 years of experience in construction management, building inspection, plan review, or development; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
International Code Council (ICC) Residential Plans Examiner certification or alternate approved ICC Plans Examiner certification required within 1 year of employment.
Essential Functions
Performs and facilitates plan reviews for commercial and residential plan review projects; verifies compliance with state and federal building and safety regulations, City policies and department standards.
Communicates with City departments, residents, and contractors to coordinate the resolution of permitting issues and technical questions; issues permit within scope of authority.

Plans Examiner II
Minimum starting salary is $33.0000 hourly , depending on qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
Required:

Associate's degree in construction management, Engineering, Business or Public Administration
3 years of experience in construction management, building inspection, plan review, or development; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
International Code Council (ICC) Residential Plans Examiner certification or alternate approved ICC Plans Examiner certification
One additional approved ICC Plans Examiner certification .
Essential Functions
Performs and facilitates complex and detailed plan reviews for a wide range of commercial and residential development projects, including large-scale and technically challenging applications; independently interprets and verifies compliance with state and federal building and safety regulations, City policies and department standards.
Communicates with City departments, residents, and contractors to coordinate the resolution of permitting issues and technical questions; issues permit within scope of authority

Plans Examiner III
Minimum starting salary is $36.0000 hourly, depending on qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
Required:

Associate's degree in construction management, Engineering, Business or Public Administration
4 years of experience in construction management, building inspection, plan review, or development; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
International Code Council (ICC) Residential Plans Examiner certification or alternate approved ICC Plans Examiner certification
Two additional approved ICC Plans Examiner certifications
Essential Functions
Performs and facilitates complex and detailed plan reviews for a wide range of commercial and residential development projects, including large-scale and technically challenging applications; independently interprets and verifies compliance with state and federal building and safety regulations, City policies and department standards.
Communicates with City departments, residents, and contractors to coordinate the resolution of permitting issues and technical questions; exercises professional judgment in recommending approvals, corrections, or alternative methods consistent with adopted codes and policies; issues permit within scope of authority.
Assists with training for plan review staff.

The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.

To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.

Why Work For Waco:
Meaningful and challenging work
Make a difference and improve communities
Competitive Salary and Benefits
Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
Education Assistance Program
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance
Longevity Pay
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Chance to do work you are passionate about
Desire to give back
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CITY OF WACO, TEXAS

Waco is centrally located in the heart of Texas on the I-35 corridor midway between Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin. This progressive and diverse city with a vibrant community spirit offers major attractions, museums, recreation, and abundant shopping to more than 140,000 residents. Waco is the 25th largest city in Texas and the county seat of McLennan County.

Waco is not only briming with Texas history, economic opportunity, and a rich variety of cultural experiences, it is also a major seat of high learning within three major colleges in its city limits including Baylor University, Texas State Technical College and McLennan Community College.

The city is also the birthplace of Dr. Pepper, the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum and the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Waco boasts one of the biggest and best municipal parks in Texas, Cameron Park. While the park is located in the middle of downtown situated on the Brazos and Bosque River it hosts numerous races, triathlons, boat races and much, much more.

Governance and Organization

Waco is a home rule city with a council-manager form of government. The City Council is comprised of a Mayor, elected at-large, and five City Council members representing single-member districts, all serving two-year terms. The City Council sets the tax rate, approves the budget, appoints members to City boards and commissions, enacts City ordinances, and appoints the City Manager, City Attorney, City Secretary, and the Municipal Court Judge.

The City has a strong Financial Management Policy that guides the operation and delivery of quality City services, contributes to excellent AA+ and Aa1 bond ratings, and maintains an unassigned fund balance reserve in the General Fund equal to 28% of current year budgeted expenditures. The City of Waco has more than 1,600 employees and a total operating budget of over $400 million.

The City provides a full range of municipal services including a regional airport, animal services, building inspections, code enforcement, convention and visitors bureau, emergency management, housing and community development, economic development, fire, public health, library, municipal court, parks and recreation, planning, police, public works, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum, utilities and zoo operations.

The City Council and City Manager are committed to the mission of providing exemplary municipal services for citizens and visitors in a collaborative and transparent manner while honoring the public’s trust. Waco values include providing excellent and innovative services, promoting equality and inclusion, focusing on teamwork, investing in people and always doing the right thing.

With the City of Waco, you will find our home; where everyone belongs and thrives as move forward together.
CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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37 Jobs in Waco

Plans Examiner I, II, or III

Code Enforcement Manager

Facilities Manager

Human Resources Coordinator

Senior Animal Services Technician

Historic Site Manager

Public Works Laborer

WIC Breastfeeding Coordinator

Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent

Treatment Operations Manager

Development Engineering Manager

Public Health Licensed Vocational Nurse

Solid Waste Maintenance Worker

Infrastructure Services Finance Technician

Solid Waste Operator-CDL | Commercial

Police Records Representative

Lateral Transfer Police Officer

Environmental Compliance Manager

Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Water Plant Apprentice/Water Plant Operator I/Water Plant Operator II

Registered Dietitian Supervisor

Police Records Supervisor

Public Works Utilities Operator-CDL / Senior Public Works Utilities Operator-CDL

Lead Health Safety Professional

Crosswalk Guard

Leak Detection Specialist

Security Operations Technician Intern

Crosswalk Guard

Dispatcher STM 419

Level II TX Licensed Security Officer - High-Value Sites

Air Traffic Control Specialist

Security Officer - Waco (57957)

Elite Special Agent: National Security & Investigations

Non-Comp

Assistant Registrar - Law School

Practice Court Associate

Environmental Science Officer

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