What are the responsibilities and job description for the Permit Technician I position at City of Kingsport, TN?
Purpose
Under the direction of the Chief Building Official, performs a variety of advanced administrative/support functions for the Building Department as well receives and logs residential and commercial building plans submitted for review.
Essential Functions
- Receive and review building applications from citizens and contractors;
- Assess scope of project and relevant permit requirements;
- Educate citizens and contractors regarding necessary permits and general code compliance of proposed projects;
- Assist and advise the general public regarding building codes, permit requirements, compliance procedures, and safety regulations to ensure adherence to local and state standards;
- Assist in completing permit applications by explaining building permit requirements;
- Record inspections and assign them to the appropriate inspector based on the specified criteria;
- Maintain records and reports for departmental statistics;
- Performs all administrative/support work for staff including taking calls, drafting letter, and assisting victors;
- Organizes/maintains files and records and provides follow-up on issues/concerns;
- Prepares routine department correspondence;
- Helps develop the Department Budget and monitors budget status;
- Performs research of specific department information or general information;
- Performs additional duties as assigned;
Qualifications
- Knowledge of operations, services, and activities of a building department;
- Basic knowledge of related building codes;
- Knowledge of general bookkeeping practices and procedures;
- City government organization, functions, policies, rules, and regulations;
- Skill in maintaining confidential information and in the application of judgement in release of information to authorized persons;
- Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as micro-soft word, excel spreadsheets, and databases;
- Skill in maintaining filing and record systems;
- Ability to understand the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume the assigned responsibilities;
- Skill in following oral and written instructions, policies and procedures;
- Skill in use of MS Office applications;
- Read and identify geographical specifications;
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent with two years of clerical experience in the building/construction industry. Possess or ability to obtain certification as Permit Tech issued by the International Code Council within 12 months of employment. Current TN/VA Driver’s License.
