Permit Technician

City of Newark; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Newark is seeking a motivated Permit Technician to join the Building Division. This role provides essential technical support and customer service to the public, contractors, and developers with permit applications.

Responsibilities include processing applications at the front counter, calculating and collecting fees, issuing permits, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. Travel within city limits may be required as part of the role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of public agency support experience with building inspection/planning/engineering or equivalent public contact.
• Ability to travel independently within and outside City limits.
• Possession of ICC Building Permit Technician certification during probation and throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Processing applications at the front counter, over the phone, and via correspondence.
• Calculating and collecting permit fees.
• Issuing over-the-counter permits.
• Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Public interaction

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ICC Building Permit Technician certification

Job description

TheCity of Newarkis looking for a motivated and detail-orientedPermit Technicianto join our Building Division. In this key role, you'll provide technical support and customer service, assisting the public, contractors, and developers with building permit applications.

You'll be responsible for:

• Processing applications at the front counter, over the phone, and via correspondence.
• Calculating and collecting permit fees.
• Issuing over-the-counter permits.
• Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

As a Permit Technician, you'll play a vital role in ensuring smooth development projects, from small residential builds to large commercial developments, contributing to Newark's commitment to efficient public services and a welcoming community. You'll work closely with various stakeholders to provide timely and accurate service while upholding City regulations.

Why Join the City of Newark? Newark prides itself on providing a collaborative and innovative work environment that values personal service, resourcefulness, and diversity. As a Permit Technician, you will contribute to the city's mission to serve and partner with our community to continually enhance the quality of life for everyone in Newark.

Experience and Training

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible support experience with a public agency working in building inspection, planning, or engineering or equivalent private sector experience with a high level of public contact and experience explaining procedures and regulations.

License

• This classification requires the ability to travel independently within and outside of City limits.
• Possession of a Building Permit Technician certification from the International Code Council within the probationary period and throughout employment.

Applicants are encouraged to review the class specification and the City of Newark's Mission and Values to gain additional insights into the City and the essential duties, and knowledge and abilities required for the position.

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive Permit Technician with excellent customer service and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, assisting the public, contractors, and developers with permit applications and ensuring regulatory compliance. Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret construction plans and policies are essential.

The ideal candidatewill exemplify the City’s PRIDE values—Personal Service, Resourcefulness, Innovation, Diversity, and Engagement—in their leadership and professional responsibilities. They will deliver outstanding Personal Service in a courteous and professional manner. Their Resourcefulness will be evident in their ability to manage complex projects. With a focus on Innovation, they will drive improvements in project delivery and engineering practices. They will embrace Diversity by fostering inclusivity and respect in all interactions with staff, contractors, and the community. Through active Engagement, they will build strong partnerships, mentor team members, and contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment.

We will make reasonable efforts in all phases of the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department at calopps@newarkca,gov for accommodation requests.

The City of Newark is committed to diversity, equity, belonging and inclusion in the workplace and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of any local, state, or federal protected class.

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all potential employees are required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States. All new employees are required by law to sign a loyalty oath.

The City of Newark is a Certified Age Friendly Employer recognized by the Age Friendly Institute.