Permit Technician

Starting salary anticipated to commence at $45,877 except in extenuating circumstances. 

General Statement of Job

Performs administrative and technical support to citizens, contractors, developers, and business owners with permits and registration processes.

City Expectations:

Certain essential city services are required to be maintained in any civil emergency. Depending upon the type of emergency, any and all employees may be activated as essential employees in the event of an emergency.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

1. Reviews building permit applications, plans and supporting documentation to ensure submitted requests are complete.
2. Processes, issues and monitors approved permits.
3. Utilizes all current permitting software to perform required duties. 
4. Accurately and legibly prepares and maintains reports, records, forms and other required documentation.
5. Coordinates plan reviews with city departments and agencies.
6. Responsible for staying current with all governing regulations and compliance requirements.
7. Reviews and approves spot surveys for finished floor elevation and crown of road compliance.
8. Coordinates contractor registrations including the annual renewal process.
9. Processes and maintains records in accordance with the department’s Expired Permit Policy.
10. Greets and directs visitors to appropriate departmental process and provides general information/assistance.

     12. Prepares Certificates of Occupancies for issuance.

     13. Coordinates departmental record retention with City Clerk for offsite storage, retention, and destruction of records in accordance with state regulations.

     14. Verifies licensing and insurance certifications for contractor registrations in accordance with state mandates.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for accuracy and timeliness of all assignments.  Responsible in work to the Permitting Services Manager.

Minimum Education and Training

High school graduate or equivalent and three (3) years administrative support experience required, preferably in a construction related setting.   Possess ICC Permit Technician certification or have the ability to obtain within one (1) year of date of hire.  Building Department and permitting experience also preferred.  Possess a valid Florida Driver’s license, free of any serious violations or ability to obtain within thirty (30) day from date of hire.

Minimum Qualifications and Standards Required

Prefer knowledge of the permit application and review processes for construction licensing requirements.  Ability to interact with the public in a professional, respectful manner and deal with difficult people with courtesy and self-control.  Must be able to work independently of direct supervision within established guidelines and capable of sustaining regular and predictable attendance.  Possess excellent listening, speaking and communication skills.  Ability to complete all forms and reports legibly and accurately; and read/interpret technical documents.  Possess organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.   Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other City employees, governmental officials and the general public. 

Requires a working knowledge of the current version of the Microsoft Office Professional software suite including proficiency with Word and Excel.  Must have a basic understanding of the current version of the Microsoft Windows operating system.  Familiarity with Central Square Software applications based on an iSeries system is preferred.  Working knowledge of the current versions of Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer is also highly recommended.  Ability to learn specific computer applications used in the Department.

Physical Requirements: 

Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time, climb, bend, reach, stoop, lift, and carry items such as books, papers, etc.  Ability to see; hear well, with or without aids; and speak clearly and distinctly.   Reasonable accommodation will be considered for individuals with physical disabilities.

Working Conditions:

Work is primarily performed in an office environment. 

Other: 

It is understood that every incidental duty connected with operations enumerated in the job description is not always specifically described, and employees, at the discretion of the City, may be required to perform duties not within their job descriptions.

Applicants (with the exception of current city employees) given a conditional offer of employment will be subjected to physical examination, drug, tobacco/nicotine screening, review of driver’s license record, criminal background, and references from previous employers.

The City of Venice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace

Salary : $45,878 - $66,980