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Permit Technician (Civil Service)

City of Dallas
City of Dallas Salary
Dallas, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/18/2025
Welcome to the City of Dallas!

The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex.

We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.

What do we offer?

A competitive salary, five-year vested pension plan, great benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, qualifying childcare assistance, paid time off and more.

Join our diverse workforce and help us in providing excellent service to the residents of Dallas while building a rewarding career.

Job Summary

Job Description

Overview

Under general direction provides accurate technical analysis of data, plans preparation, and general planning assistance for the Development Services Department. Exercises no supervision.

Essential Functions

1 Inputs, tracks, and process permits; maintains thorough documentation for associated permits and certificates of occupancies.

2 Answer general questions and provides guidance related to processes and services including how to apply for permits, submittal requirements, code interpretations, and other procedures to citizens, developers, contractors, and builders.

3 Researches and utilizes applicable standards within the International Codes to assist customers with their development questions.

4 Provides general technical support to the Building Official, the Deputy Building Official, and the Building Inspection staff.

5 Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

1 Knowledge of codes, ordinances, rules, and regulations related to commercial and residential building construction.

2 Skills in building and maintaining an accurate database for GIS, with the ability to pay close, accurate attention to details.

3 Ability to read plot plans and site plans of residential and commercial projects and the ability to read and interpret blueprints.

4 Ability to operate a personal computer, scanner, printer, general office equipment or other equipment as necessary to complete essential function.

5 Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication.

6 Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including, but not limited to seeing, sorting, sitting, lifting, hammering, calculating, typing, and writing.

7 Ability to maintain effective working relationships with planning staff and to coordinate a wide variety of tasks with the public interaction.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION:

  • High school diploma or GED.

Experience

  • Three (3) years of heavy customer service experience AND/OR experience performing residential/commercial inspections or plans examination.

Equivalencies

  • Associate degree in any field plus one (1) year of the stated experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
  • Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a business, public administration, construction, or related field will meet the education and experience requirements.
  • Current International Code Council (ICC) Permit Tech Certification will meet the education and experience requirements.

Licenses And Certifications

  • Must obtain International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Permit Technician within probationary period

Salary Range

$23.68 - $26.61

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.

Salary : $24 - $27

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