Permit Technician

City of Newark, California; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a visionary team as a Permit Technician with the City of Newark, California. This role is integral in supporting the Building Division by offering technical assistance with building permit applications while ensuring compliance with regulations. Thrive in a collaborative environment that values personal service and diversity, contributing to the city's mission of community enhancement.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Vacation Accrual

Sick Leave

Life Insurance

Educational Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Fitness Center Access

Deferred Compensation

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of responsible support experience in building inspection, planning, or engineering.
• Ability to travel independently within and outside of City limits.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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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, skillsand 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 theclass specificationand 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.

Job Announcement URL:

Job Description URL:

https://www.newark.org/home/showpublisheddocument/10141/638434208746130000

Additional Job PDF:

Mission_Vision_Values.pdf

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.

This role requires a commitment to accurate and timely service, embodying the City's PRIDE values:

• Personal Service: Courteous and professional customer assistance.
• Resourcefulness: Efficiently managing tasks and resolving permit processing issues.
• Innovation: Continuously improving procedures and customer service.
• Diversity: Valuing inclusive interactions with the public and staff.
• Engagement: Fostering a collaborative work environment with colleagues and community members.

The City offers an outstanding benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance:The City contributes the following amounts toemployeehealth and welfare benefits:
• Employee only: $932
• Employee + 1 dependent: $1,862

If employee declines all medical insurance with the City, employee may receive up to $450 cash in lieuper month. If employee participates in the cafeteria plan, but does not utilize the full benefit, employee will receive up to $450 “cash-back” per month. Any cash back will be paid to the employee in taxable compensation. Proof of medical insurance is required.

• Retirement: CalPERS 2.5% @ 55for Classic members or 2.0% @ 62for New PEPRA members.The City does not participate in Social Security.The City participates in Medicare.
• Vacation Accrual:6.667 to 16.667 hours per month depending upon years of service.
• Sick Leave:Up to 8 hours per month.
• Holidays:13 paid holidays per year.
• Deferred Compensation:Voluntary participation.
• Life Insurance:City-paid $50,000 life policy.
• Educational Reimbursement:Up to $4,000 per employee per fiscal year.
• Long-term and Short-term Disability:Voluntary participation.
• Wellness:On-site bicycle lockers, and employee wellness activities such as workshops, fitness challenges, and informal meetings.
• Health & Fitness:State-of-the-art gym available for use by Department employees. Employees and eligible family members living in the same household may use the Silliman Activity & Family Aquatic Center free of charge. Additionally, employees and their eligible family members receive resident rates for class registration and facility rentals.

You may review theNewark Association of Miscellaneous Employees (NAME) MOUon our website for additional details.

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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this position, a completed employment application, and resume must be submitted through CalOppsby:11:59pm, June29th, 2025. The most qualified candidates will be invited to a panel interview scheduled forJuly 16th, 2025.The selected final candidatewill be required to complete a background check, including fingerprinting, and a basic physical exam.

We will make reasonable efforts in all phases of the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources [e-mail] accommodation requests.

The City of Newarkis 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Government Administration

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