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This position deals directly with the public, contractors and City staff. The employee must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of building and zoning permitting, contractor licensing and general administrative services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF WORK

Provides technical assistance to applicants in completing building

and zoning permit applications by determining and explaining relevant permit requirements

Accepts and performs preliminary review of completed building and

zoning applications and routes to appropriate personnel for full review

Calculates and processes permit application fees and provides

estimates upon request

Oversees and tracks building and zoning permit applications from

submittal to final approval

Schedules project inspections

Accepts, reviews, and evaluates all contractor licensing

applications

Prepares and maintains records and reports, including but not

limited to: building permit inspections and enforcement activities

Performs other duties as required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of building codes, plumbing codes, mechanical codes,

electrical codes, property maintenance codes, nuisance codes and zoning regulations

Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the general public and to

communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing

Ability to exercise independent judgement in evaluating situations

and making determinations

Ability to solve problems using a balance of technical competence,

creativity and research

Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint,

etc.) and preferred competency in project/permit management software.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The ability to express or exchange ideas by means of written and

verbal communications

Capable of typing, computer operation, and communication by

telephone

Occasional maximum lift of 20 lbs from floor to waist; occasional

forward reach; occasional crouch/bed; continuous bilateral hand coordination; continuous sit or stand; occasional walk.

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Building Permit Technician