Permit Clerk

City of Mission Texas; Walong; Presencial; INR 1.296.000 - 1.846.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

City of Mission, Texas is seeking a Permit Clerk in the Planning Department to issue permits, post inspections, and handle daily deposits. The role involves daily contact with the public and handling plumbing, electrical, building, and mechanical permits.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, 1 year clerical experience, bilingual English/Spanish, data processing skills, and the ability to type 45 wpm. The position requires background check and drug testing.

Formación

• High School diploma or GED required.
• One year of secretarial/clerical work experience.
• Proficient with data processing and permitting procedures.
• Typing speed 45 WPM; strong filing skills.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish to at least the 9th grade level.

Responsabilidades

• Issue plumbing, electrical, building, and mechanical permits daily.
• Post inspections and prepare monthly reports.
• Receive inquiries and direct visitors; respond to public requests.
• Handle deposits and post daily deposits.
• Perform routine clerical duties and data entry in the department.

Conocimientos

Typing 45 words per minute

Bilingual English/Spanish

Data entry

Public/customer service

Office procedures

Educación

High School diploma or GED

Herramientas

Computer

Ten-key calculator

Copy machine

Telephone

Office software

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: Permit Clerk

Classification: Non-Exempt

Department: Planning

Division: Inspections

Supervisor: Director of Planning

Effective: 09/10/2024

I. Job Summary:

The individual is responsible for issuing permits, posting inspections, and making daily deposits. Also responsible for issuing plumbing, electrical, building, and mechanical permits on a daily basis. Has daily contact with the public and responds to requests or inquiries regarding permits. May receive phone calls and determine the nature of the business and direct phone calls or visitors to appropriate destination. Count money and run daily deposit reports. Post inspections done by building inspectors. May run monthly reports such as typed letters memos affidavits, etc. Operate a computer, and other standard office machines/equipment such as: adding machine, calculator, telephone, facsimile, copier, etc. Perform routine clerical duties such as typing reports and letters. May schedule appointments. May route incoming mail. May date, stamp, and/or log in incoming information as directed. Individual will perform other duties assigned by supervisor/department head when needed.

II. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma or G.E.D. required. One (1) year experience in secretarial and clerical work. Working knowledge of data processing and permitting procedures. Must be proficient in working with computer and general office equipment. Must be able to type 45 words per minute and have good filing skills. Must have oral and written communications skills in English and Spanish to at least the 9th grade level including correct spelling. Must be able to communicate proficiently in English and Spanish.

III. EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Applicant will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate, or failure to report information will cause the applicant’s rejection from consideration for employment. Applicant must pass a drug, physical, and pre-placement screening administered by the City of Mission’s third-party drug testing facility at the City’s expense. Applicant must have a current valid class “C” driver license from the department of Public Safety with no more than two (2) moving traffic violations within the past two (2) years. Applicant must have a neat and professional appearance.

IV. SKILL ABILITY REQUIREMENT:

Ability to follow a firm work schedule as directed by supervisor. Ability to compute, maintain and prepare complex records correctly, insuring confidentiality. Ability to deal with public relation issues and various types of citizen inquiries tactfully, courteously, and in a business matter. Ability to compute and record numbers correctly. Ability to follow instructions orally or in written form and perform tasks with little or no supervision. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, supervisor, and co-workers. Ability to perform work that is routine and detailed. Ability to speak and write clearly and accurately (to include correct spelling). Ability to make decisions based on verifiable criteria, laws and regulations, or city policy. Ability to handle special projects of diverse nature as assigned. Ability to perform a wide variety of different types of tasks without the variety itself causing a loss of efficiency. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and city policy procedures.

V. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Answer telephone with clear, courteous, and business voice and direct the call to the appropriate destination. Receive public and answer questions regarding plumbing, electrical, building, and mechanical permits on a daily basis. Issue plumbing, electrical, building, and mechanical permits on a daily basis. Post inspections done by building inspectors. Run monthly reports such as type letters, memos, and affidavits. Responsible for making daily deposits. Sort and file letters and other documents daily. Copy documents, utilizing office equipment as directed. Typed letters and other documents as requested and within the time frame specified by supervisor. Receives, sorts, stamps (with time and date), incoming correspondence, and distributes mail, packages, and other materials within the Department. Data entry into computer as directed. Prepares letters and packages for mailing. Process information and documents pertaining to the department in a confidential manner in accordance with department policy. Perform job with special attention to good public relations, safety, and proper office procedures to be in compliance with department policy.

VI. NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

None

VII. EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS:

General office and safety equipment/materials to include but not limited to the following: Personal computer, Computer mouse, Computer keyboard Computer printer, Copy/Fax machine Telephone Ten key calculator Computer software, CD’s, Pens, pencils, rulers Stapler, highlighters, Manual hole puncher, Paper cutter Policy & procedure handbook

Category Regular Full-Time Status Open Salary $12.00 Posted October 29, 2026 3:25 PM Closing Open Until Filled