Permits & Code Enforcement Technician

Gulfshoresal; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of La Porte is seeking a dedicated Inspection Service Technician to support the Inspection Services Division with permit tracking, plan reviews, and public assistance.

This role involves recording permits, assisting with zoning and code enforcement processes, and coordinating with inspectors to ensure timely resolutions and documentation. A High School Diploma or GED is required, plus basic data entry and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of City codes, including zoning regulations.
• English usage, grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Current office methods, procedures, equipment and business letter writing.
• Organization, procedures, and operating details of the City department to which assigned.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Receive and record building permits, plans, zoning and other applications.
• Forward permits and plans to appropriate personnel for handling.
• Maintain complaint and permit logs for tracking and review.
• Assist in plan reviews for basic permits and zoning changes.
• Provide public information on zoning, inspections and ordinances.
• Serve as primary contact with the public and refer inquiries appropriately.
• Perform data entry of permits and insurance information.
• Assist in preparing monthly/quarterly/annual reports.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of La Porte is seeking a dedicated Inspection Service Technician to support the Inspection Services Division with permit tracking, plan reviews, and public assistance.

This role involves recording permits, assisting with zoning and code enforcement processes, and coordinating with inspectors to ensure timely resolutions and documentation. A High School Diploma or GED is required, plus basic data entry and organizational skills.