Permit Technician
Permit Technician
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$ 63960 - 86195
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CAREER DESCRIPTION
PERMIT TECHNICIANSALARY INFORMATIONIn addition to performance-based merit increases this position is scheduled to receive a salary range increase on the following date:
Effective June.00% increaseSalary may be negotiable within the range listed above based on position requirements and successful candidates qualifications subject to appropriate authorization.OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This recruitment is being held to establish anopen eligiblelist to fill current and future Permit Technicianvacancies within OC Public Works. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.
DEADLINE TO APPLYQualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as the recruitment will close on
Tuesday July 8 2025 at 11:59 PM (PST).OC PUBLIC WORKS
OC Public Works provides services on a regional basis to unincorporated areas cities and other County agencies and departments. The primary mission of the department is to protect and enrich the community through the sustainable delivery of projects and services. OC Public Works guiding principles are safety integrity quality teamwork and adaptability.
OCPW is a unique County department comprised of ten (10) service areas: Administrative Services; Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights & Measures; OC Construction; OC Development Services; OC Environmental Resources; OC Fleet Services; OC Facilities Design & Construction; OC Facilities Maintenance; OC Infrastructure Programs; and OC Operations & Maintenance.OC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
OC Development Services oversees the planning and development entitlement requirements for private and public projects within the Countys unincorporated areas. This includes permit processing inspection services and management of zoning building and code regulations all to ensure safe and responsible property development and community standards. OC Development Services is a service area for OC Public Works.For more information on OC Public Worksclick here.
For more information on the County of Orangeclick here.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Permit Technician will serve as the main point of contact in which the public interfaces with the County in the Permitting Division. Incumbents are required to possess an understanding of state laws codes and ordinances that apply to land use and development. Incumbents also have primary responsibility for frontline processing of permit applications and will be required to provide exceptional customer service to various agencies the public and County employees. The Permit Technician must have the ability to act independently and guide members of the public and County employees in interpreting rules regulations policy and procedures related to zoning building and subdivision ordinances and attendant regulations.
The Permit Technicians jobduties include but are not limited to:- Reviewing reading interpreting and explaininglaws codes and ordinances to members of the public County employees and representatives from outside agencies pertaining to County land use construction and permitting processes
- Communicatingeffectively in person on the telephone and in writing to provide responsive and exceptional customer service
- Serving as the first point of contact for processing various land use development and construction permits to the public property owners developers and construction professionals
- Calculatingvarious types of fees using County established fee schedules
- Reviewing architectural and structural drawings and other construction specifications to determine if such documents may be accepted for building and zoning review
- Using computer software systems such as mapping tools Land Management System and other database systems such as excel spreadsheets and Microsoft Office applications
- Providing in-person and online support to internal and external customers
- Issuing various private property and right-of-way permits such as building grading and encroachment permits
- Participatingin external site visits
- Reviewingand approvingless complex projects
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES
In addition to the minimum qualifications the ideal candidate will possess knowledge and/or experience in the following core competencies:
Technical Experience Technical Knowledge- Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office software programs and office equipment
- Interpreting maps building plans design plans specifications and working plans related to Planning and Land Use Applications and Permits
- Understanding and applying building code zoning and land use rules and regulations and other State and County ordinances
Customer Service- Strong customer service skills for internal and external customers
- Interacting with customers for prolonged periods of time at the permitting counter over the phone or via email (online portal)
- Exercising tact good judgment and patience in assisting the public
- Works well in a team environment
Oral Written Communication Skills- Accurately and concisely exchanging information with others both orally and in writing
- Comprehending and interpreting technical material related to the job and catering the information appropriately to the receiving audience
- Asking questions listening for information responding to customers and entering data and notes into an automated permitting system
Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the site. Please check your email folders including spam/junk folders and/or accept emails ending with and . If your email address should change please update your profile at.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Clickhere for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
QuestionsFor specific information pertaining to this recruitment contactSarah Correaat or by email atEEO INFORMATION
- Orange County as an equal employment opportunity employer encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
