Building Permit Technician III
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Job Location:
Hillsboro, IL - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 25 - 35
Posted on:
30 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
THE POSITION
- Washington Countys Department of Land Use and Transportation is currently looking to hire a Building Permit Technician I/II!
The Planning and Development Services Division for the Department of Land Use and Transportation (LUT) is looking to fill a Building Permit Technician position. The Building Permit Technician is the first point of contact for our customers and sets up and issues permits daily helps customers schedule inspections and answers questions regarding the building process. They also provide technical support to customers by assisting them with navigating the Countys permit tracking and electronic plan review systems. The Building Permit Technician (BPT) works the front counter at least twice a week helping customers who come to the office for assistance.Dont have an ICC Permit Technician certification Thats OK!
The position is budgeted at the Building Permit Technician (BPT) II journeylevelwhich requires a possession of International Code Council (ICC) permit technician certification.However LUT is happy to underfill the positionat the BPT I entryleveldepending on the candidate pool and the business needs. If hired as a BPT I
LUT will pay for your training to help you become a BPT II.Incumbents in an underfill position are hired with the expectation that they will progress to the Journey-Level Building Permit II within two years through flexible staffing. Those incumbents must be actively enrolled in a Permit Technician study course: How to study for the ICC Permit Technician Certification test within one (1) year of employment. Underfill positions require the ICC permit technician certification within two (2) years of employment.
The Ideal Candidate will be- Versatile: They are a team player who can also work independently. You are comfortable in a fast-paced work environment and can handle change in a constructive and positive manner.
- Customer-centric: They enjoy working in a customer service environment and serving the public.
- Ambitious: They are self-motivated organized and pay attention to detail.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
To learn more about the Building Permit Technician II role essential duties knowledge skills and abilities clickHere.
To learn more about the Building Permit Technician I role essential duties knowledge skills and abilities click here.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Building Permit Technician (BPT) II
BPT II Minimum Qualifications:
- A high school diploma or equivalent; ANDTwo (2) years of experience in processing building permit applications; OR
- Two (2) years of experience in administrative support and customer service experience related to land use regulations the building process the construction industry drafting or mapping ANDone (1) year of experience in processing building permit applications.
- Must have the ability to arrange for timely transportation in order to attend appointments and meetings at locations throughout the State of Oregon.
- Possession of International Code Council (ICC) permit technician certification
Building Permit Technician (BPT) I
BPT I Minimum Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent ANDOne (1) year of administrative support and customer service experience related to land use regulations the building process the construction industry drafting or mapping. OR
- One-year equivalency of college-level coursework in construction technology blueprint reading drafting and building inspection.
ADDITIONAL LICENSES CERTIFICATES PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND SPECIALTY REQUIREMENTS- Must have the ability to arrange for timely transportation in order to attend appointments and meetings at locations throughout the State of Oregon.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Selection Process
- Apply Today: We ask that you complete and submit an online application which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law
- MQ Review:HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.
- Panel Interview(s):Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates who meet the minimum qualificationsas soon as possible.
- Reference Checks:The hiring manager will conduct reference checks on the top candidate.
- Salary Analysis & Conditional Offer:Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend a conditional offer of appointment.
- Post-Offer Checks:Human Resources will conduct required driving record checks
- Start Date:A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
Status of Your Application
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you opt out or unsubscribe from email notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings.
Our commitment to you
Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting selecting and advancing employees is based on knowledge skills and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation collaboration and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.
Veterans Preference
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans preference for this recruitment please review the instructions using this link:Veterans Preference Points.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources or e-mail:at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
Questions Regarding This Recruitment
Contact Brighton Bohnenkamp Talent Acquisition Business Partner at
Additional Resources:
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- For technical support contact Government Jobs Live Application Support at .
* Washington County is a drug-free workplace *
Required Experience:
IC
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