Development Technician I #JR100111

City of Peoria; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Peoria, AZ is seeking a Development Technician I to support the development process by assisting citizens, construction industry professionals, and City staff with building, engineering, and fire development services, including permitting and fee inquiries.

You will review plans, accept applications, issue permits, explain procedures, answer questions, and track permits through to completion, ensuring accuracy and efficiency while providing excellent customer service in a municipal

Qualifications

• Be results-oriented and a self-starter.
• Provide excellent customer service and have relationship-building skills.
• Have experience using a Permit Tracking System.
• Be able to multi-task.
• Have experience with cash handling/payment processing.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have experience in a municipal or government setting.

Responsibilities

• Accept and review building plans and permit applications.
• Issue permits and explain city processes to customers.
• Respond to questions and concerns from the public and applicants.
• Track permit applications through to completion and monitor process accuracy.
• Perform other duties to support department operations.

Skills

Customer service

Permit tracking system

Multi-tasking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Relationship-building

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Permit Tracking System

Job description

Minimum Requirements

Education:

• High school diploma or GED plus additional course work (equivalent to up to 1 year at a Community College or equivalent resulting in accumulation of similar knowledge and abilities).

Experience:

• 1-2 years technical experience in construction trades or permitting environment is desired.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provide the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

Tell me more…..

The City of Peoria's Development and Engineering Department is excited to announce an excellent opportunity for a Development Technician I. This position plays a key role in supporting the City’s development process by providing technical assistance to citizens, construction industry professionals, and City staff. The Development Technician I will engage in extensive public interaction, assisting with building, engineering, and fire development services, including permitting and fee-related inquiries.

Key responsibilities include accepting and reviewing plans, issuing permits, explaining City processes and procedures, responding to questions and concerns, and tracking permit applications through to completion. The role also involves monitoring the permit process to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support departmental operations.

The ideal candidate for this position will:

• Be results-oriented and a self-starter.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers and have relationship-building skills.
• Have experience using a Permit Tracking System.
• Be able to multi-task.
• Have experience with cash handling/payment processing.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have experience in a municipal or government setting.

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Why Peoria?

Recently voted the 1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for. Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees: Click here to view benefits offered.

About Peoria

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.

If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then PeoriaisthePlace for you!

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