Permit Technician

Permit Technician 1
- Community Development - $39,151 - $48,939

Payson, AZ - Full Time

A Permit Technician I performs a variety of administrative functions, assists Building Safety, Code Enforcement, Floodplain, Grading and Drainage, Planning and Zoning and Wastewater Division customers and staff, and maintains a general knowledge of the application and permitting requirements for each Division.

• Provides customer service to the public by responding to requests for information, answering questions on permit requirements and associated fees; explains policies, procedures, codes, standards and enforcement; provides assistance to the public within the scope of authority and training; assists the public with preparation of applications for accuracy and completeness.
• Reviews incoming plans and permit requests for completeness and compliance to regulations; inspects, reviews and processes documents according to department and division policies and procedures; accepts or rejects applications; calculates and determines permit and application fees; approves and issues permits. Forwards applications and supporting documentation to appropriate staff for review and comment; provides technical information to staff as authorized and alerts staff to potential problems and issues.
• Creates customer parcel and permit files; enters data information and documents into computer and manual filing systems; compiles and maintains accurate and detailed records; maintains and updates computer files regarding permits and project submittals. Researches and maintains permit and inspection records, plans and maps; maintains corresponding filing systems and computerized data bases; completes public records requests.
• Schedules inspections based on geographic location, time constraints and workload. Compiles information for inspectors.
• Performs a variety of general office duties including assisting customers at counter, answering telephone calls, corresponding by e-mail and letters, picking up and delivering mail to the post office and distributing mail to staff, and may be required to order office supplies.
• Receives and processes monies; may be required to prepare and make bank or treasury deposits; may be required to prepare and distribute reports detailing financial activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or GED.

One (1) year directly related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• International Code Council Permit Technician Certification or equivalent is required or must be obtained within the first twelve (12) months of employment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.