Permit Expeditor

Anaheim, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

Summary

The Permit Coordinator is a key member of the Project Management team responsible for working with government organizations to obtain the documentation needed for the legal installation of signs in and around California. This requires negotiation with Planning Building and other government departmental agents and an ability and desire to advocate on behalf of the client. This position is the liaison between Project Management and those governmental entities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Review and familiarize themselves with the documentation requirements of each City/County as it relates to each project for which they are to obtain permits.
Review projects and provide technical guidance on the restrictions and requirements of the applicable agencies on each project. This includes guidelines for sizing placement and types of signs allowed.
Obtain and review documentation from relevant departments and review them to ensure project paperwork is ready to submit to the reviewing agency for approval.
Present submittals to the governmental agencies. This may include scheduling in-person meetings with various offices around Southern California and discussing the project with various officials to advocate for the project.
Communicate clearly and quickly with designers and Project Managers about necessary changes or obstacles.
Follow-up on outstanding submittals with appropriate jurisdictions to move projects through the permitting process as quickly as possible.
Maintain records of code requirements review procedures and timelines by municipality

Required Skills

The ability to read and understand plans and code documentation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the added ability to maintain discretion by keeping service and customer information confidential.
Strong negotiation skills and creative problem-solving abilities.
Maintaining priorities and balancing the schedule needs of multiple projects.
Strong computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office 365 software (Outlook Word Excel).

Education / Experience

To be considered for this position you must have:

High School Diploma or GED or relevant experience
1-2 years work experience in any field
Clear driving record
Experience working with permitting in construction or the sign industry is a plus

Employment Details

Reports to:
Director of Project Management

Status:
Hourly

Compensation:
TBD depending on experience

Hours:
Typically Monday - Friday from 8AM-5PM.
Will vary depending on assigned project(s)
Must be able to work at any time as assigned

Benefits (after 90 days):
Medical Dental Vision (cost for benefits may apply)
Holiday Pay (6 paid holidays/year minimum)
PTO (1 week min/year with increments at 3 years and 5 years)
Retirement Account Match up to 4%

SummaryThe Permit Coordinator is a key member of the Project Management team responsible for working with government organizations to obtain the documentation needed for the legal installation of signs in and around California. This requires negotiation with Planning Building and other government de...