Building Permit Specialist

Strategic Government Resources, Inc.; Stephenville, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Stephenville is seeking a full-time Permit Technician to provide administrative and technical support to the Development Services Department. The role involves assisting citizens, contractors, and developers with permit applications, answering inquiries, maintaining records, and preparing reports. Evening meetings may be required, and some training of new staff may occur.

Candidates should have strong computer skills, knowledge of office practices, and a valid Texas driver's license.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Texas driver’s license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of increasingly responsible administrative experience or general clerical work.
• Must pass a background investigation and drug test.
• Must possess Permit Technician Certification from ICC or be able to obtain certification within the first 12 months of employment.
• Bilingual skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Issue building permits, checking for accuracy and conformance to current city codes.
• Maintain appointment schedules; screens and refers callers; provide detailed responses to information requests about the building permit process.
• Prepare correspondence by established policies and procedures; types a variety of materials, including administrative and public reports for reproduction and distribution; prepares complex worksheets and tables; makes various mathematical computations.
• Coordinate priorities of assignments with those of other departments; provides staff assistance; prepare staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service; assess and monitor workload, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement and make recommendations for change.
• Respond to difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Monitor the quality of service provided; ensure that all service is efficient, effective, and courteous.
• Prepare and review reports and records regarding all assignments; maintain records and files for all divisional activities.
• Perform work on special projects; prepare any reports or presentations as necessary.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Construction terminology

Secretarial practices

Office procedures

Budget preparation

Federal, State, and local laws

Data reporting

Customer service

Computer proficiency

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ICC Permit Technician Certification (or ability to obtain within 12 months)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe PDF

Job description

City of Stephenville is seeking a full-time Permit Technician to provide administrative and technical support to the Development Services Department. The role involves assisting citizens, contractors, and developers with permit applications, answering inquiries, maintaining records, and preparing reports. Evening meetings may be required, and some training of new staff may occur.

Candidates should have strong computer skills, knowledge of office practices, and a valid Texas driver's license.