Building Support Technician

Building Division Permit Technician

This is highly responsible, complex technical and administrative work for the Building Division that requires excellent communication skills. This position handles a variety of important Division functions including: issuance of building permits, problem solving, providing excellent public service; and an array of daily diverse job assignments. Working as the backup for our elevator program including, inspections, permitting and invoicing processes.

EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GED and three year's experience in dealing with public and performing varied office and administrative tasks supplemented by courses in in accounting, bookkeeping, budgeting, office administration or related work, OR any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

CERTIFICATIONS:

International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician Certification is preferred. COMMUNICATION

SKILLS:

Ability to effectively communicate in both oral and written form in a clear, concise and professional manner. Ability to read and interpret documents and procedure manuals. Ability to develop detailed reports and correspondence. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations. MATHEMATICAL

SKILLS:

Ability to apply mathematical formulas, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. REASONING ABILITY:
Must have the verbal aptitude to communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of professional and technical languages, including building code and accounting terminology in oral or written form. Ability to collect data, define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. ORGANIZATIONAL

SKILLS:

Ability to manage multiple tasks. The ability to prioritize tasks. Provide information and recommendations in an efficient and timely manner. OTHER

SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the application of established bookkeeping and accounting principles and techniques of governmental accounting transactions. Ability to understand regulations and codes. Ability to handle detail with accuracy. Conceptual understanding of Desktop PC use and specialized skills including, typing, 10 key, working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, County electronic systems, Building Management software.