What are the responsibilities and job description for the Permit Technician position at City of Panama City, FL?

Salary : $37,585.60 Annually

Location : Panama City, FL

Job Type : Full- Time

Job Number : 20250203

Department : Development Services

Opening Date : 02 / 03 / 2025

Salary : Salary / Hourly wages may be adjusted based upon experience within Step Plan Parameters.

MAJOR FUNCTIONS

Under guidance and leadership of the Director of Planning and Economic Development. This position performs professional duties for the Building Services Department within the City of Panama City. Our goal is to facilitate smooth and compliant construction processes that adhere to established procedures and ordinances. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

This is an emergency essential position that requires performance of emergency duties and actions to prepare, repair, and recover the City before, during, and after any adverse storm events (hurricane, tornado, tropical storm, winter storm, ice storm, etc.) or other conditions (natural or manmade).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Providing efficient and reliable administrative and technical support within the Development Services Department.
Processing applications for building and related permits, schedule, and record building inspections, ensuring clear communication with developers, contractors and the general public on permitting and building issues.
Receive and verify permits and project applications for plan review and fee determination.
Issue permit numbers, prepare files, and generate fee receipts.
Assist citizens and customers of the department in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner through clear oral and written communication.
Receive and schedule requests for building inspections, coordinating with inspectors and maintaining a daily inspection log and results.
Provide information to developers, contractors, general public regarding building issues, property information, procedures, ordinances, and inspection results.
Ability to perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of construction processes and in progress timelines related to building / construction projects.

Knowledge of building permit operation practices and procedures.

Strong skills in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook).

Excellent ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing.

Ability to learn and utilize third-party software in an independent and efficient manner.

Ability to establish and maintain professional, cooperative, team focused and effective relationships with team members, other departments, leaders, government officials and the general public.

Knowledge of record keeping and time keeping.

Strong skills and abilities presenting to a group (planned and unplanned) as needed via conversation, speech, presentation and impromptu.

Ability to prepare documents and reports and present oral and written presentations to small groups.

Ability to use critical thinking skills to arrive at solutions and suggest improvements to processes.

Ability to make decisions based on department policy.

Ability to learn the operating practices of municipal government.

Excellent project and time management skills with ability to prioritize work and resources and meet necessary deadlines.

Ability to exercise independent judgment while following processes and procedures as determined.

Ability to multi-task and maintain strong level of organization with evolving and changing priorities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.

Minimum of two (2) years' work experience in professional business environment, preferable in an administrative capacity.

Must possess a Permit Technician Certification from the International Code Council or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of hire.

Valid Driver's License.

A comparable amount of training and / or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Summary :

Occasionally - Lift / Carry : 15 lbs., Push / Pull : 26 lbs., Climb, Crawl, Drive, Ability to work at heights, Ability to traverse terrain.

Frequently - Lift / Carry : 15 lbs., or Less, Push / Pull : 25 lbs., or Less, Twist / Turn, Reach Above Shoulder, Reach Outward, Stand, Walk.

Constantly - Acceptable Eyesight (with or without correction) Acceptable Hearing (with or without a hearing aid), Sit, Handling / Fine Motor Skills and Type / Keyboard.

Work Environment :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER

These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Panama City Offers a complete benefits package to all full time employees. Below is a list of the benefits offered by the City.

For more detailed information about the benefits please reach out to the Human Resources Department.

WORK / LIFE INTEGRATION

12 Days of Paid Time Off

12 Days of Paid Sick leave- 6 may be used for family

12 Days of Paid Holidays

Birthday Leave

Bereavement Leave

Military Leave

Social Event Outings

Employee Assistance Program

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Medical Benefits-Team Member (ZERO cost option available)

Family Member Benefits available (City supplemented premium)

Dental Benefits (Premium paid in FULL for Team Members)

Orthodontic coverage for children (under 19)

Vision Benefits

Blood Drives (ADDITIONAL Paid Time Off for participation)

Wellness Incentive Program

Health Savings Account / Medical FSA

FINANCIAL WELLNESS

General Employee Retirement Pension Fund (10% of annual compensation)

Access to Professional Financial Advisory Services

City Paid Life Insurance and AD&D ($50,000)

Additional Life and AD&D coverage available for employees, spouse, and Children

Short-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)

Long-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)

Accidental Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Education Assistance Program / Tuition Reimbursement

Job Stability & Security

Salary : $37,586

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