Permit Technician - Planning

Overview

The purpose of this position is to provide clerical support to the department and provide customer service to the public. This is accomplished by completing clerical duties; assisting customers with building permits, inspections, registration and licenses; working with customers at the counter and on the telephone with permit application review. The position executes multiple cash receipts services including data entry, receipt posting, permit billing, cash receipt reconciliation and deposits.

It also reviews permit approvals and may perform other duties as assigned. This position has responsibilities that require lifting up to 10 pounds on occasion.

• Provides customer service with counter and telephone assistance for permit application review, data entry, fee calculation and insurance of permits; inspection scheduling and routing; provides clerical support to field inspectors; review approval of permits.
• Executes multiple cash receipts services including management of data entry; receipt posting; permit billing; resolution of delinquent payments;
  Lawson cash receipt reconciliation and deposits.
• License and registration administration for general, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, sign and irrigation contractors for compliance with local and state requirements and compliance.
• Daily maintenance of permit files; daily imaging services; permit indexing and retention.
• All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within the department/division.
• Regular and consistent attendance and punctuality for the assigned work hours is essential.

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Less than 1 year of related experience.
• Licenses: Valid Driver's License required.