Development Services Permit Technician

City of Newport News; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Newport News in Newport News, VA, is seeking a Development Services Technician to review engineering permit applications and issue approved permits under City regulations. The role reports to the Navigator Manager - Development Services and works with multiple departments to ensure compliance.

The ideal candidate has an Associate degree and 1–2 years of administrative or customer service experience, with strong data entry, math and communication skills essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Customer service principles and best practices.
• Office administration and documentation.
• Mathematical and data-collection basics.

Responsibilities

• Review permit applications for accuracy and ensure bonds/insurance when required.
• Issue permits per City codes, ordinances and policies.
• Review and approve/ disapprove traffic control plans for right-of-way permits and events.
• Receive payments for permits and prepare treasurer reports and invoices.
• Maintain permit and bond/insurance files and related records.

Skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal Relationships

Judgement/Decision Making

Time Management

Communication

Education

Associates degree in Business Administration or Engineering Technology

Job description

City of Newport News in Newport News, VA, is seeking a Development Services Technician to review engineering permit applications and issue approved permits under City regulations. The role reports to the Navigator Manager - Development Services and works with multiple departments to ensure compliance.

The ideal candidate has an Associate degree and 1–2 years of administrative or customer service experience, with strong data entry, math and communication skills essential for success in this role.