Senior Permit Technician

Job Title

This is technical, clerical, and supervisory work receiving and processing building permits and administrative zoning reviews for the Growth Management Department.

An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for training and supervising subordinate staff; reviewing permit applications for correct information and completeness; referring citizens to the appropriate area if additional information is necessary; coordinating interdepartmental flow of applications / statements; notifying affected citizens of possible changes; and coordinating general service delivery with the Growth Management Department, Building Division.

Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained.

Essential job functions include supervising and coordinating the activities of subordinate employees, assisting citizens with completing applications for building permits, preparing and maintaining records of all applications, and answering citizen questions over the telephone and at the counter.

Knowledge and experience in the construction industry and / or International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician Certification are desired but not required.