Construction Permit Specialist

Willdan; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Willdan, operating through its Public Agency Resources (PARS) unit in the Arlington, VA area, is seeking a full-time Construction Permit Specialist. The role involves front-counter and phone support, reviewing permit applications for completeness, and assisting applicants with the permit process.

Strong knowledge of Virginia DHCD and ICC Permit Technician certifications is required. Responsibilities include calculating fees, issuing permits, ensuring all conditions are met, and coordinating plan

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to review permit applications for completeness and accuracy.
• Experience in guiding applicants through permit processes or similar workflows.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer support at the counter and over the phone.
• Review permit applications for completeness and accuracy.
• Calculate and collect permit fees.
• Process and issue building permits.
• Ensure all conditions of approvals are met prior to issuance.
• Assist the public with completing permit applications.
• Verify all necessary project approvals are obtained.
• Notify applicants when construction documents and/or permits are ready.
• Coordinate and route documents for plan review and approval.
• Help resolve resident inquiries and complaints.

Skills

Customer service

Permit processing

Communication

Education

Virginia DHCD certification

ICC Permit Technician certification

Job description

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WE - Building & Safety Arlington, VA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3321

Salary Range: $35.00 To $40.00 Hourly

Public Agency Resources (PARS), a subsidiary of Willdan Group Inc., has an opening for a full-time Construction Permit Specialist in the Arlington, VA area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide customer support at the counter and over the phone.
• Review permit applications for completeness and accuracy.
• Calculate and collect permit fees.
• Process and issue building permits.
• Ensure all conditions of approvals are met prior to issuance.
• Assist the public with completing permit applications.
• Verify all necessary project approvals are obtained.
• Notify applicants when construction documents and/or permits are ready.
• Coordinate and route documents for plan review and approval.
• Help resolve resident inquiries and complaints.

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Must hold current Virginia DHCD certification in addition to ICC Permit Technician certification.
• Ability to lift/move up to 10lbs regularly and up to 25lbs occasionally.

EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Willdan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.

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