City of Marietta (GA) is Hiring a Permit Technician Near Marietta, GA
Rate of Pay: $17.88 - $20.38Status: Open Until June 27, 2024This is a position within Public Works Department which reports to the Deputy Director of Public Works – Engineering & Inspections/Chief Building Official. This position is responsible for issuing permits for approved construction permit applications and providing general clerical support for both the division and the department. Responsible for collecting, maintaining and assisting the public with all related documentation necessary for building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and grading permit applications in the Building Inspections Division of the Public Works Department.
Processes permits for approved building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and grading permit applications
Assures that the application forms are fully completed by the applicant
Completes the necessary portions of the application forms
Verifies that applicants are properly licensed
Records permit application information in a computerized database
Verifies that necessary departmental approvals are obtained before issuing permits
Records permit information, and submits appropriate copies to the inspectors, Tax Department, and Cobb County
Calculates permit fees and submits all calculated fees to the appropriate personnel
Prepares and submits monthly Census Bureau form for all building permits issued
Logs, maintains, and updates permit records on the computerized database
Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual permit activity reports for the division
Communicates with engineers, architects, developers, builders, and citizens over the telephone and in person and directs them to the appropriate personnel
Attends the meetings of the Board of Construction Appeals and may act as secretary to the board by maintaining minutes, typing agendas, and minutes
Job Qualifications:
High school graduate or GED and completion of six months vocational training in data entry or secretarial science plus three years’ experience in secretarial and various office related work or an equivalent combination of education and experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Must obtain certification as a Permit Technician or similar from the International Code Council within 1 year of date of hire or have certification at the time of hire
Considerable knowledge of English composition, general math, and modern office practices and procedures
Skill in providing excellent customer service
Experience and ability in the use of computer skills using such software applications as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Knowledge of business English, punctuation, spelling, and arithmetic
Knowledge of computers and modern office equipment
Ability to type 55 words per minute with skill and accuracy
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to interact with the public in an effective and courteous manner
May be required to become a Notary Public at city expense
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