Part-Time Permit Clerk​/Administrative Assistant

City of Prospect Heights

Job Posting
Feb. 12, 2026

Coordinate the building permit application process from intaake to issuance. Point of first contact with residents, contractor and business owners. Other duties include scheduling inspections, assisting with contractor registration, mutli-family and business inspection programs. Perform clerical, general administrative and casherd duties as required. The work environment is fast-paced and includes significant customeer contact in person, by telephone and email.

Qualified candidates will have a hisgh school diploma or GED equivelent, with at least three years of progressively responsible office experience. Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products. Previous experience in a fast-paced office nvironment, customer serce, construction management or municipal government is preferred.

Successful cadidate must have exceptional customer service skills, ability to multi-task, possess good communication, organization, administrative and time management skills. The selected canidate mus also successfully complete a background chack and post-offer employment phisical examiniation, includng dru screening.

Salary is $25.00 per hour. The position is up to 20 hours per week not to exceed 1,000 hours annually. Not IMRF eligible.

Candiates should apply with a resume and cover letter, include at least three professional references to:
Danile

A. Peterson, Director, Building & Development Department, City of Prospect Heights, 8 N. Elmhurst Road, Prospect Heights, IL 60070 or to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).