Permits Clerk

Position Definition: Performs responsible work including the issuance of building permits under federal and state regulations and City zoning and building codes; performs general clerical and data entry tasks; performs research and analysis, report writing, field inspection, and may as needed provide information to the public in support of planning, zoning and general plan functions; researches and compiles housing and community services data; assists in the preparation of environmental reviews and the monitoring of grant funds; performs related work as required.
Supervision Exercised and Received:This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Receives general supervision from the Permits Center Coordinator or higher-level management staff.
Essential Functions: The functions of the classification may include, but are not limited to, the functions below and are subject to changes in operational necessity.

• Types a variety of forms, reports, letters, permits, and statements from routine draft, dictation, or general instructions; and composes and prepares routine correspondence;
• Staffs one-stop permit counter; provides information to the public on a variety of matters related to construction permits, zoning, and building regulations;
• Reviews and processes building permit applications and associated documents to ensure all relevant plans, forms, and information accompany the application;
• Checks building permit application information for compliance with local, State, and Federal regulations;
• Reads and interprets blueprints and building plans for compliance with codes; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned. For detailed information about this job classification, visit Permits Clerk.

Minimum Qualifications
Experience and Education Guidelines: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that would most likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: High school diploma or certified equivalent (GED) with courses in mathematics supplemented by responsible clerical, computer, and public contact experience.
Experience: One year of experience in performing application review and blueprint reading in a planning or building department; experience in a public agency or comparable private industry organization is highly desired.
Licenses/certifications/other requirements: Must be willing to work such hours as are necessary to accomplish the job requirements; travel to attend meetings, and perform work at assigned City locations. Classification requires the possession and continued maintenance of a valid class "C" California driver's license.
Possession and maintenance of an International Code Council (ICC) certification in Building, Plumbing, Mechanical or Combination Inspection and/or as a Permit Technician is highly desired.
Wondering what to expect during the recruitment process? Visit the City's Job Opportunities page.

SELECTION PROCESS:

The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the hiring department:

Deadline to apply:Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at 5:00 pm
Review of minimum qualifications:OngoingPanel Interviews:Week of February 5, 2024Department Level Interviews:To be determined
The City of San Leandro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For more information regarding ADA accommodations or Veteran's preference, please visit the City's employment FAQ's page. Employment Type: Full-Time