Permit Technician

Rate of Pay: $17.88 - $20.39
Status:
Open Until Filled

This is a position within Public Works Department which reports to the Deputy Director of Public Works – Engineering & Inspections/Chief Building Official. This position is responsible for issuing permits for approved construction permit applications and providing general clerical support for both the division and the department. Responsible for collecting, maintaining and assisting the public with all related documentation necessary for building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and grading permit applications in the Building Inspections Division of the Public Works Department.

• Processes permits for approved building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and grading permit applications.
• Assures that the application forms are fully completed by the applicant.
• Completes the necessary portions of the application forms.
• Verifies that applicants are properly licensed.
• Records permit application information in a computerized database.
• Verifies that necessary departmental approvals are obtained before issuing permits.
• Records permit information, and submits appropriate copies to the inspectors, Tax Department, and Cobb County.
• Calculates permit fees and submits all calculated fees to the appropriate personnel.
• Prepares and submits monthly Census Bureau form for all building permits issued.
• Logs, maintains, and updates permit records on the computerized database.
• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual permit activity reports for the division.
• Communicates with engineers, architects, developers, builders, and citizens over the telephone and in person and directs them to the appropriate personnel.
• Attends the meetings of the Board of Construction Appeals and may act as secretary to the board by maintaining minutes, typing agendas, and minutes.

• High school graduate or GED and completion of six months vocational training in data entry or secretarial science plus three years’ experience in secretarial and various office related work or an equivalent combination of education and experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Must obtain certification as a Permit Technician or similar from the International Code Council within 1 year of date of hire or have certification at the time of hire.
• Considerable knowledge of English composition, general math, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Skill in providing excellent customer service.
• Experience and ability in the use of computer skills using such software applications as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of business English, punctuation, spelling, and arithmetic.
• Knowledge of computers and modern office equipment.
• Ability to type 55 words per minute with skill and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to interact with the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• May be required to become a Notary Public at city expense.

Successful candidates are required to submit to drug screen & background inquiry.