Permit Technician - Planning And Development Services (civil Service)

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Job Summary

Under general direction provides accurate technical analysis of data, plans preparation, and general planning assistance for the Development Services Department. Exercises no supervision.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Inputs, tracks, and process permits; maintains thorough documentation for associated permits and certificates of occupancies.
• Answer general questions and provides guidance related to processes and services including how to apply for permits, submittal requirements, code interpretations, and other procedures to citizens, developers, contractors, and builders.
• Researches and utilizes applicable standards within the International Codes to assist customers with their development questions.
• Provides general technical support to the Building Official, the Deputy Building Official, and the Building Inspection staff.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of codes, ordinances, rules, and regulations related to commercial and residential building construction.
• Skills in building and maintaining an accurate database for GIS, with the ability to pay close, accurate attention to details.
• Ability to read plot plans and site plans of residential and commercial projects and the ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to operate a personal computer, scanner, printer, general office equipment or other equipment as necessary to complete essential function.
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication.
• Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including, but not limited to seeing, sorting, sitting, lifting, hammering, calculating, typing, and writing.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with planning staff and to coordinate a wide variety of tasks with the public interaction.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• High school diploma or GED.

Experience:

• Three (3) years of heavy customer service experience AND/OR experience performing residential/commercial inspections or plans examination.

Equivalences:

• Associate degree in any field plus one (1) year of the stated experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a business, public administration, construction, or related field will meet the education and experience requirements.
• Current International Code Council (ICC) Permit Tech Certification will meet the education and experience requirements.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Must obtain International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Permit Technician within probationary period

Salary Range $23.68 - $26.61 The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.