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Plans Reviewer

Loudoun County

Fire and Rescue

Recent

Location

Salary

$75,314.11 - $131,799.70

per year

Type

Closes

January 17, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves reviewing building plans to ensure they meet fire safety standards, helping protect communities from fire hazards in new developments like homes, businesses, and data centers.

A good fit would be someone detail-focused with experience in construction or fire safety who enjoys working with the public and contributing to safer neighborhoods.

It's ideal for those passionate about public service in a growing area near Washington, DC.

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent, plus four years of related experience in construction, fire plans review, fire prevention, inspection, or public interaction
  • College coursework preferred in construction, fire prevention, engineering, or land development
  • Ability to perform routine and complex reviews of site plans, fire protection systems, fire lanes, and amusement devices under Virginia codes
  • Preferred certifications: Fire Plans Review, Fire Protection Plans Examiner, Amusement Device Inspector, Fire Protection Inspector, Building Inspector, or Fire Prevention Inspector (NFPA 1031 or equivalent)
  • Valid driver's license with a good driving record
  • Successful completion of background checks including criminal, credit, fingerprinting, and DMV
  • Obtain required state certifications within specified timeframe after hire

Full Job Description

Loudoun County Fire and Rescue (LCFR) is a combination career/volunteer organization comprised of approximately 847 employees and 1,127 total volunteers. The Department is a growing organization that serves a large and diverse population located approximately 30 miles northwest of Washington, DC. We provide a full range of emergency and non-emergency services for 440,000 residents within a 520 square mile area. Additional information about the Department can be found at www.loudoun.gov/fire. We seek to hire a highly motivated, effective, and diverse workforce to meet the needs of the County’s residents, visitors, and business community and support the Department’s core values of Teamwork, Integrity, Professionalism, and Service.

Loudoun County offers a meaningful career, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package. Additional information can be found at www.loudoun.gov/benefits.

Requirements

The Loudoun County Fire and Rescue Fire Marshal’s Office seeks a professional, detail-oriented, and customer-service driven individual to serve as a Plans Reviewer for fire and life safety review operations.

This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on the safety and development of our community.


The Plans Reviewer will be responsible for performing routine and complex reviews related to site plans, fire protection systems, fire lanes, and amusement devices, under the Virginia Uniform Building Code and the Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code.

Reviews may include residential or commercial occupancies, to include Data Centers.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent (college coursework in construction, fire prevention, engineering, or land development/erosion and sediment control, or related field preferred) and four (4) years of related work experience in construction trade, fire plans review, fire prevention, and/or inspection, including interaction with the public or equivalent combination of education and experience.


Preferred:
Certifications in Fire Plans Review, Fire Protection Plans Examiner, Amusement Device Inspector, Fire Protection Inspector, Building Inspector, or Fire Prevention Inspector (NFPA 1031 or equivalent).

Additional Information

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), to include criminal, credit, fingerprinting, and DMV checks. Valid driver’s license and good driving record (driving records may be reviewed annually for continued qualification).

Obtain state certifications in assigned area within the timeframe stated on state guidelines from the date of hire and as required by assigned department.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/2/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/3/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-loudoun-5184299