What are the responsibilities and job description for the PERMIT CLERK – BUILDING DEPARTMENT position at City of Stamford, CT?
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Building Official or designee, performs a variety of technical duties in support of the Building Department. Coordinates issuance of various permits for the city, including greeting applicants and explaining procedures for acquiring permits; receives money for permits; does related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from an accredited high school and three (3) years of progressively responsible general clerical experience and two (2) years of experience in customer service or permitting.
SCOPE OF EXAMINATION: There will be a written examination which will test for the followingKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of the methods of handling and counting cash.
- Good knowledge of basic bookkeeping procedures.
- Good knowledge of the methods, practices and procedures relating to the efficient operation of a business office.
- Ability to interpret and apply codes, ordinances, and regulations to the operation of the area to which assigned.
- Good knowledge of records maintenance and computer software applications to compile data and generate reports.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to read and understand complex written material.
APPLICATION PROCESS: A completed “City of Stamford Application for Examination or Employment” must be submitted or postmarked on or before (the last filing date) to be considered eligible for purposes of this examination.
All applications MUST BE COMPLETELY FILLED OUT, even if submitting a resume, including but not limited to: (1) Position applying for (2) Employment history including dates (month & year) and reasons for leaving a position (“See Attached Resume” is not acceptable) Applications for candidates who do not meet the stated position requirements will not be considered.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.87 - $38.83 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $33 - $39
