Zoning and Building Permit Technician (PDF)

Madison County, Virginia
Application Instructions for Zoning and Building Permit Technician

April 8, 2025

Madison County is accepting applications for a Full-Time Zoning and Building Permit
Technician. Information on Madison County, the position and the application procedures
can be found at https://www.madisonco.virginia.gov/. This position requires the ability to
obtain Virginia Commonwealth Department of Housing & Community Development Permit
Technician & ICC Zoning Inspector certifications within 18 months of hire and must be able
to become a licensed Virginia Notary within 12 months of hire. Applications will be received
until the position is filled. EOE

Following is supplementary information on the position and application instructions for all
interested individuals:

Full-time employees are eligible for VRS Retirement, employee health insurance (currently
Local Choice-Blue Cross/Blue Shield) benefits, and holiday and vacation/sick paid time off.
The current Madison County Personnel Policy is available on the County website. Part-time
positions are not eligible for these benefits. The hiring rate will depend upon the
qualifications of the individual selected but is anticipated to be in the $44,825.00 -
$55,179.00/yr range.

Applicants are to complete a Madison County employment application form and return it to
Human Resources Manager, Tillie Strothers, P.O. Box 705; Madison, VA 22727 or
tstrothers@madisonco.virginia.gov or apply online. Resumes (and limited additional
relevant documentation) are encouraged and will be accepted but will not be considered a
substitute for a completed County application form. General inquiries by the applicant via
telephone or in person are discouraged.

The County will give preference to applicants that have appropriate experience and good
people skills. Applications will be reviewed on the basis of apparent qualifications.

All applicants are expected to be qualified with applicable experience and certifications and
possess a valid driver's license. All applications must be able to pass a drug screening and
criminal background investigation.

Zoning and Building Permit Technician

Department: Location: Job Type: FLSA Status: Pay Grade:

Planning and Zoning 410 N. Main St. Full-Time Non-Exempt 13

G eneral Definition of Work:
Performs intermediate technical work researching, administering, and assisting in enforcing zoning
regulations and other codes (Virginia USBC). Process Zoning, Building and E&S permits. Perform
other duties as assigned. Work is performed under the supervision of the County Zoning
Administrator and the Director of the Building & Zoning.

Qualification Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working as a member of a team-oriented
department is essential.

E ssential Functions:

• Greets and provides assistance to the general public; answers telephone; responds to general

• Reviews applications and information for zoning, building and E&S permits for accuracy;

• Assists in interpreting zoning, subdivision, and site plan ordinances; reviews subdivision plats

• Adheres to advertising requirements for various meetings; send notifications to adjoining

• Sets up materials for joint meetings and workshop meetings of the Planning Commission and

• Prepare meeting minutes for the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and other

• Prepares a variety of specialized documents such as subdivision applications, special use

• Enters, updates, and maintains a variety of computerized and paper documentation updates

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• Receives, receipts, and accounts for various fees and revenues; creates monthly financial

• Approve invoices for payment, have other departments to initial and email to Accounts Payable

Education and Experience:

Minimum of a High school diploma or GED; preferred associate’s degree, bachelor’s Degree or
equivalent. Training, education and/or experience in Community Development, Zoning/Planning,
Building Code and/or Erosion and Sediment Control preferred/desirable.

P hysical Requirements:
This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to
25 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing and using hands to finger,
handle or feel, frequently requires standing and walking and occasionally requires climbing or
balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms; work has
standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by
means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels
and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in
sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and operating machines; work
has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g.
business office, light traffic).

S pecial Requirements:

• Must obtain Virginia DHCD Permit Technician & ICC Zoning Inspector within 18 months of

• Must be able to become a Licensed Virginia Notary within 12 months of hire date.

Strong Communication Skills. The position requires both written and verbal communication skills to
interact with the public, staff, and officials. This includes answering questions, preparing meeting
minutes, and sending notifications to property owners.

Organization and Time Management. Applicants should be capable of handling multiple tasks,
managing time effectively, and ensuring that deadlines (such as permitting deadlines, advertising
requirements, and meeting schedules) are met.

Teamwork and Collaboration. Since the role involves working as part of a department and interacting
with various staff members, the ability to work effectively as part of a team is crucial.

Reading and writing skills. The applicant must possess strong reading and writing skills to effectively
interpret zoning, building, and environmental regulations, as well as to accurately complete forms,
prepare reports, and document meeting minutes. The ability to clearly communicate in writing is
essential for preparing notices, applications, and other official documents.

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