SENIOR PERMIT TECHNICIAN

Here in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team.  At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity, as we're looking for the "right person" to serve as Senior Permit Technician with the Community Development Department. 

The Community Development Department is comprised of two primary areas: Development Services and Community Enhancement. Development Services is comprised of the following divisions: Planning, Building, and the Permit Center. Community Enhancement is comprised of the Housing, Code Enforcement and Economic Development divisions.  The Building and Permit Center Divisions are responsible for Permit & Plan Check and Inspection activities. Permit & Plan Check is responsible for processing applications for building permits to allow construction to commence. Activities include intake of plans, checking plans to ensure the design is compliant with the California Building Code, conducting structural calculations when necessary, permit issuance, and scheduling of inspections.  A range of projects from minor residential improvements to ground up construction of major commercial endeavors come through the permit counter. Permit Technicians interact daily with residents, businesses and developers.

The Senior Permit Technician is a journey-level position that performs specialized clerical tasks and more complicated work related to permit and license issuance. Under general supervision, the Senior Permit Technician receives, reviews and processes plans; captures, records and maintains the information necessary to issue and receive payment for building and construction permits; and performs other duties as required within the scope of the classification.

• Provides initial information and assistance to clients regarding construction development and administrative codes
• Receives and reviews blueprints, submissions and plans for completeness and compliance with basic code requirements
• Performs plan reviews for minor projects
• Computes, recalculates, and receives fees for permits
• Coordinates final plan approvals and plan stamping
• Issues appropriate permits and/or prepares correspondence from the results of such reviews
• Distributes and reviews applications for permits according to department procedures and legal requirements
• Approves and issues basic permits as assigned  
• Reconciles daily fee collections
• Enters, stores and receives data on a computer
• Processes, quality controls, and maintains files in a document management system
• Compiles descriptive statistical reports regarding departmental activity for outside agencies and to improve internal efficiencies
• Generates and maintains accurate record keeping systems
• Receives calls, responds to emails and answers questions regarding the general permit process and permit activity
• Provides quality customer service through furnishing accurate, up-to-date information in a timely manner
• Listens and responds positively to citizen complaints
• Handles difficult interactions in a constructive manner
• Coordinates work activities with staff and acts as a liaison across divisions, departments and agencies
• Serves as project manager for large projects from start to finish

Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying.  A typical combination includes:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent certificate.

Experience: Two (2) years of construction permit issuance experience for a government agency or equivalent.

Certifications/License: Certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Permit Technician is required.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach City employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.

• Online application and any supplemental questions must be fully completed. 
• Examination - Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be invited to the virtual oral exam (weighted 100%) - tentatively scheduled for April 22, 2025.
• Selection Interview
• Background
• Appointment

Salary : $5,270 - $7,062