Job Description
- Answers questions relating to building codes, fire, public works, zoning and municipal codes;
- Provides public assistance on the telephone and at public counter to developers, architects, engineers and property owners by providing information related to building, construction, hazardous materials, fire prevention, parking, surveying, planning, public works and zoning;
- Issues permits and assists contractors and permit applicants with plan submittals needed for the issuance of permits;
- Reviews plan check applications and examines plans for compliance with applicable codes;
- Processes maps, plans, and other documents for accuracy and adherence to established practices and compliance with related regulations and codes;
- Reviews and processes deposits and invoices along with tracking and correcting fees;
- Performs arithmetic calculations including percentage calculations for the purpose of calculating fees. Calculates and collects fees in accordance with established fee schedule;
- Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual reports of division activities;
- Directs inquiries to appropriate staff regarding requirements pertaining to development and use of property;
- Receives and processes planning applications and other applications for development projects;
- Assists professional staff in the preparation of documents, including legal documents;
- Prepares various maps, charts, graphs, and other aids for presentations;
- Performs land use field surveys. Tabulates and maps results;
- Utilizes and updates Clients automated permit processing system as necessary.
- Calabasas
- Santa Clarita
- Lancaster
- Alhambra
- Lawndale
- Health Insurance 50% coverage
- 401k after 1 year of continuous employment
- 3 Sick Days
- 6 Paid holidays
- Basic requirements of codes and standards.
- Basic office procedures, filing and record-keeping systems. Basic arithmetic.
- Engineering or building and construction activities and services and inspection procedures.
- State and Federal regulations dealing with the handling, and disposal of hazardous materials and hazardous waste.
- Computerized permit tracking to include creation of forms, spreadsheets, procedures, and electronic-based permitting.
- Interpret building records and plans and answer building inquiries accurately, with firmness, tact, and courtesy.
- Learn and apply office policies and procedures.
- Work effectively with the public and maintain cooperative working relationships with fellow employees.
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Use computer software such as computer-based chemical database program for Fire Prevention Division.
- Operate various office machines, computers and software programs. Perform basic file maintenance.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records.
- Do simple mathematical calculations.
- Maintain cooperative work relationships with others; train and monitor the work of other staff.
- Possession of a valid California Class C driver"s license may be required if assigned to drive.
- Must have a code certification.
- Require vision (which may be corrected) to read small print.
- Require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects. Lower body mobility may not be required.
- Perform lifting, pushing and/or pulling which does not exceed 25 pounds and is an infrequent aspect of the job.
- Is subject to office and outside environmental conditions.
- May be required to use personal vehicle in the course of employment.
- May be required to attend periodic evening or weekend meetings