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Form of workApplication/Selection Process: All interested applicants must submit a completed online city application. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis.Applications will be screened carefully and selected applicants will be invited to participate in a structured panel interview. Those recommended for further evaluation will undergo a department interview with City staff. Based on the City's needs, the selection process may be modified. Candidates will be notified via e-mail of any changes in the selection process.
Pre-Placement Process: The selected candidate must successfully pass a fingerprint check with the State Department of Justice, a pre-placement physical and drug test, educational and employment verification, and reference check(s).
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Reviews applications and plans for completeness and accuracy
- Processes and routes plans to all appropriate divisions and departments and determines review for outside agencies
- Issues building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing permits
- Schedules inspections
- Provides information and services to citizens regarding permit fees, requirements and City regulations
- Calculates permit and development fees
- Prepares reports and correspondence on building related items
- Answers phone and assists customers at the front counter
- Balances daily revenue and prepares claim vouchers
- Responds to citizen complaints
- Orders office supplies and updates department forms as needed
- Provides administrative and clerical staff support services to department personnel as assigned
Any combination demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:
Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent, supplemented by specialized job-related courses.
Experience:
Permit Technician: One (1) year of experience working in a clerical or administrative capacity with strong public contact work, computer usage and providing written and oral communication. Experience with a municipal agency processing and issuing building permits and assisting the public at a front counter is highly desirable.
Senior Permit Technician: Four (4) years of experience with processing and issuing building permits and assisting the public at the building division counter.
License/Certificate Requirements: A valid California Driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required. An International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician Certificate is highly desirable.
The Department & Division: The Community Development Department is organized into five divisions - Administration, Zoning, Building, Planning, and Code Enforcement.
