Permit Processing Specialist

City of Mesquite; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Mesquite seeks a Building Inspection Division clerical specialist to perform complex and technical support tasks such as permit processing, data entry, and correspondence preparation. The role involves handling fee calculations, maintaining records, and assisting the public with permit information.

Required include a High School Diploma or GED, 1 year of clerical and customer-service experience, and the ability to type 35 WPM.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Type 35 WPM.
• One year of increasingly responsible clerical experience requiring public contact and the interpretation of rules and regulations.
• One year of increasingly responsible experience in a customer service environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review memorandums, correspondence, reports, public notices, permits and documents; prepare and distribute reports for review and use; maintain forms used by the Building Inspection Division.
• Calculate permit and license fees for contractors and homeowners; approve simple permits and verify plans for completeness.
• Coordinate information with utility companies for service releases of new residences and commercial facilities.
• Screen and direct calls and visitors; provide permit information including fees and permit types.
• Prepare and maintain complex filing systems; update records including permits, Certificates of Occupancy and contractor registrations.
• Collect and prepare packets for developers and contractors; distribute information to City and external agencies.
• Enter registrations and license verifications into the computer system; maintain apartment license applications and renewals.
• Provide invoices for permit fees; balance permits; coordinate collection with Cashier and Tax Department.
• Sort and distribute mail; promote professionalism in the workplace.

Skills

Public customer service

Typing 35 WPM

Clerical coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

City of Mesquite seeks a Building Inspection Division clerical specialist to perform complex and technical support tasks such as permit processing, data entry, and correspondence preparation. The role involves handling fee calculations, maintaining records, and assisting the public with permit information.

Required include a High School Diploma or GED, 1 year of clerical and customer-service experience, and the ability to type 35 WPM.