What are the responsibilities and job description for the Permit Technician I position at City of Edmond?
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Starting Salary: $18.89–$20.67 (depending on experience)
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About this Position
The Permit Technician I takes responsibility for document acceptance, application review, preparation, and input of all building permits. The Permit Tech I has high customer interactions via phone, email, and in-person. The permit services tech also corresponds with contractors and provides information regarding building permit submittals.
This position operates on an alternate schedule and works from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Monday through Thursday, and from 7:30am to 11:30am on Friday.
Responsibilities
- Receive, process, and input applications, forms, and other documents pertaining to building permits and licensing
- Answer telephone calls, greet visitors, direct callers/visitors to appropriate personnel, and record/relay messages
- Review incoming documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Perform reviews on storm shelter and retaining wall permits
- Provide general technical support to all Plan Reviewers and Building & Safety staff
- Create, maintain, and update departmental database
- Generate computer reports
- Assemble and distribute forms, packets, or other documentation as requested
- Receive payment for various services, record transactions, issue receipts, and balance revenues
- Research department files, database records, websites, and other sources
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- 2 years of related experience and/or training in building, construction, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Must have or obtain International Code Council Permit Tech certification within 12 months of hire date
- Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier
Necessary Skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Ability to read plot and site plans
- Knowledge of basic construction codes and ordinances
- Ability to meet the required physical standards for this position
- Ability to pass extensive background process and pre-employment drug and audio screenings
Benefits
- Generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance
- Access to a dedicated primary care medical clinic at no cost to employees and covered dependents
- Generous time off, paid holidays, longevity rewards, and retirement benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Potential for bilingual pay
- A tangible impact to the Department of Building & Safety and residents in the City of Edmond
- A dynamic and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL JANUARY 1ST, 2025.
The City of Edmond is an equal opportunity employer. Edmond does not discriminate against employees and/or potential employees. Adverse action based upon an applicant’s and/or employee’s race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and military service is expressly prohibited. No decision affecting the terms, conditions and/or benefits of employment with the City of Edmond is based upon an individual’s membership in any of the aforementioned protected classes.
Salary : $19 - $21
