BUILDING PERMIT TECHNICIAN

Job Description:

BUILDING PERMIT TECHNICIAN

Description

Resumes are accepted but not in place of the official city employment application. Incomplete applications will be automatically rejected. Proof of education requirements/certifications must be submitted as a PDF via EMAIL to human_resources@cityofinglewood.org with the SUBJECT LINE: your name and job title.

POSITION

Under the supervision of the Plan Check Engineer Supervisor or designee, reviews permit applications and plans, issues permits, and performs minor plan checks for compliance with state and municipal codes.

This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. Incumbents in this class may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

TASKS

• Checks and reviews minor building plans and specifications for compliance with building and construction regulations;
• Verify construction valuations, calculate fees, and issue various permits;
• Review submittal of plans and documents for completeness;
• Determine that projects have all required approvals before permit issuance;
• Assists citizens, property owners, contractors, architects, and engineers with permitting and building questions; locate existing permits and plans for review by applicants;
• File permits and plans after issuance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Two (2) years of recent work experience providing technical information to the public, preferably in a municipal building or planning department. Possession of Permit Technician certification from the International Code Council is preferred. Permit Technician Certification is required within one year from the date of hire.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

• Knowledgeable of the principles and interpretation of building codes and related laws and ordinances, the process for issuing permits, conflict management techniques, quality customer service techniques and concepts, and reading and accurately interpreting plans and specifications;
• Skilled in following oral and written instructions in English and in establishing and maintaining positive and productive working relationships with both external and internal customers;
• Ability to perform essential duties with little supervision, maintain professionalism in adverse conditions, effectively communicate verbally and in writing in English to the public, business owners, residents, City employees, etc.
• Proficient in using a personal computer, MS Office software, and other industry-related software and programs.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants whose experience best meets the city's needs will be invited to participate in the examination for this position. Candidates must have access to a computer with internet, video, and audio capabilities to participate in our examination process. The examination may consist of one or more of the following: (1) Training & Experience Evaluation, (2) Writing Exercise, and (3) Qualifications Appraisal Interview with a panel of subject matter experts. Candidates must receive a score of 70 or higher to have their names placed on the active eligibility list for one year. The top three ranks on the Eligibility List will have their application materials forwarded to the hiring authority for a selection interview.

The City of Inglewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate by age, sex, race, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap status in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices.