Permit Technician I or II

Join the Town of Eagle as our Next Permit Technician!

Make an Impact in Your Community

As a Permit Technician with the Town of Eagle, you'll play a crucial role in our Community Development Department, serving as the key liaison between community members and the building process. This position combines technical knowledge with customer service excellence, as you'll guide applicants through building permit requirements, review documentation, and ensure compliance with local building codes. Working closely with both the Building and Planning Departments, you'll help maintain the integrity and safety of our community's development while providing exceptional service to contractors, homeowners, and internal teams.

Hiring Range: $23.63 – $31.25 hourly. While the full pay range extends up to $36.42 hourly, final offer and placement within the range will be commensurate with experience.

• Permit Tech I hiring range is $23.63 - $28.36 hourly depending on qualifications and experience.
• Permit Tech II hiring Range is $26.04 - $31.25 hourly depending on qualifications and experience.

What You'll Do

As our Permit Technician, you'll wear multiple hats and handle diverse responsibilities including:

• Serve as the friendly first point of contact for building permit inquiries
• Process building permits and contractor license applications with attention to detail
• Review plans and blueprints to ensure completeness
• Coordinate with multiple departments to issue Certificates of Occupancy
• Maintain accurate digital and physical records
• Provide expert guidance on building codes and fee estimates
• Manage the Building Services website content
• Support the Planning Department with land use files and public notices

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications:

• 1 years of administrative experience with regular computer use
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellence in customer service and communication
• Ability to learn building permits and financial software
• Detail-oriented mindset with strong organizational skills

in addition to requirements for a Technician I requires

• 3 years of experience in a combination of the construction related development field, government, customer service and administrative field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with building and planning processes, plan review, or permitting in a public agency
• ICC Permit Tech certification (must be obtained within one year of hire)
• Knowledge of International Building and Residential Codes
• Experience with electronic content management systems

Position Type: This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position. Work hours average 40 hours weekly, Monday – Friday flexible between the hours of 7:00 am – 5:00 pm, but may vary depending on projects. Regular, predictable, and dependable on-site workplace attendance is an essential function of the job, however flexibility in schedule is supported and remote work from home is authorized one day weekly after 6 months of training. May attend Planning and Zoning meetings (1st and 3rd Tuesday at 6 p.m.).

Why Join our Team? At the Town of Eagle, we're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace. We value your unique perspectives and contributions.

Great Benefits! See the details

• Comprehensive and low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance (as low as $34.08 - $61.22/month for employee only)
• Wellness program
• 15 paid holidays
• Vacation Accrual: 14 Days – 0-2 years; 20 Days – 3-5 years; 25 Days – 6 years
• Medical leave 12 days annually
• 7% (dollar-for-dollar match) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Bilingual Pay Incentive

Our Culture: We foster teamwork through inclusivity, empowerment, and understanding. Join us in cultivating a culture where everyone can contribute their best work and thrive!

Apply Today: If you're ready to make a difference in our community and embark on an exciting career journey, we encourage you to apply! Visit our site to submit your application. Include your resume and a cover letter and tell us why we should hire you!

Applicants are encouraged to apply by NOON, February 14, 2025; however, the job will remain open until filled.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We take pride in being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Discrimination has no place in our hiring process, and we strive to accommodate all qualified individuals. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, color, marital status, medical conditions, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.63 - $31.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24 - $31