Permit Specialist

Permit Specialist

The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a Permit Specialist for the Community Development Department. The Town of Clayton employs more than 340 full-time staff in areas including police, fire, and electric utilities. The Town of Clayton also offers a range of PT positions including positions in Parks & Rec, Library, and Cultural Arts.

The Town of Clayton is the fastest growing town in Johnston County, which is the fastest growing county in the State of North Carolina. The vision for the Town of Clayton includes a thriving town where growth contributes to the quality of life enjoyed by long-time residents and newcomers alike; easy access but with an atmosphere that feels smaller than it is; a system of parks and greenways that connect people and places; neighborhoods with a variety of quality living options; a town that offers opportunities for people to live, create, shop and eat; a bustling and historic downtown, and businesses that are successful, growing, and investing in the community.

The salary offered will be determined based on directly related experience. Work location is Town Hall Clayton, NC (Johnston County).

Duties and responsibilities include providing a variety of administrative and record-keeping duties in support of the Planning Department. Employees in this position provide information to developers, contractors, and homeowners regarding the planning and building permit processes, as well as performs intake of all building and zoning permits. Duties also include greeting the public, explaining requirements for various permits, establishing electronic and hard copy records, handling complaints, and preparing reports.

Considerable knowledge of building permitting process and requirements for various kinds of construction is required. Considerable knowledge of modern office practices and procedures, administrative procedures, ordinances, rules, and regulations pertaining to building and zoning permits and inspections is required. Working knowledge of building codes and related ordinances applicable to building permits is required. Ability to create and maintain accurate detailed records, plan and organize administrative support activities and tasks, communicate effectively in person and by telephone, and deal with difficult and angry customers is required.

High School diploma or GED required. Associate or Bachelor degree in Building / Construction industry or related major field preferred. NC Notary license preferred. Experience in administrative support and customer service work involving customer contact, preferably in the building trades, construction, or government industries. Depending on the position, the Town may consider an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

Submit official application using the Town's career website. If you have technical issues submitting your application, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the Human Resources Office. To check the status of your application, please log on to your NEOGOV account and click "Application Status". Normal processing time for applications is 30-45 days from the closing date of the posting.

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. Effective October 1, 2025, in accordance with North Carolina state law, all applicants for positions that involve working with children in any capacity are required to undergo criminal history record checks conducted by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI). Credit and motor checks are required for some administrative, finance, and operational positions. Applicants will be required to take and pass a Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol screen once they are verbally given a conditional offer of employment. Depending on the position, employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol screens throughout their employment.

Town of Clayton employees enjoy many benefits including a retirement pension plan, 401K membership, Paid Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave, State Health Plan, and various other benefits. Benefits information can be found by going directly to the Town of Clayton website.