On-Call Permit Technician | Public Permits & Support

City of Kirkland, WA; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Kirkland is seeking an on-call Permit Technician for the Planning & Building - Services division in Kirkland, WA. This seasonal, non-benefits role involves providing public guidance on development codes, reviewing permit applications for completeness, and routing them to the correct departments.

It includes calculating fees and ensuring compliance with city and state rules. As an on-call position, hours vary weekly from 0 to 40, with no guaranteed schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of office experience with heavy public contact and 2 years of general computer experience.
• ICC certification as a Permit Technician preferred or obtained within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide general and technical information to the public and developers on development codes and permit procedures.
• Perform initial permit review to determine completeness and route to the appropriate department.
• Calculate permit fees based on square footage and valuation; issue and issue documents.
• Route permits to city departments; assist with permit submittal and issuance.
• Handle water meter sizing and water supply piping per Plumbing Code; assist with complaints.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Permit tracking database

Spreadsheets

Presentation software

ICC Permit Technician certification

Job description

City of Kirkland is seeking an on-call Permit Technician for the Planning & Building - Services division in Kirkland, WA. This seasonal, non-benefits role involves providing public guidance on development codes, reviewing permit applications for completeness, and routing them to the correct departments.

It includes calculating fees and ensuring compliance with city and state rules. As an on-call position, hours vary weekly from 0 to 40, with no guaranteed schedule.