Permit Technician

HIRING RANGE DOQ: $23.95 - $25.91 hourly

DEADLINE FOR FILING: Friday October 31 2025

JOB SUMMARY

Provide comprehensive customer service support across various functions of the Planning and Development Services department for planning and building zoning housing and code enforcement. Assist and guide customers in navigating the Residential and Zoning permitting application issuance and inspection processes ensuring clear communication of procedures and requirements. Work closely with all divisions of Planning and Development Services to educate the public on building code and ordinances.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited college university or vocational/technical school with an associate degree in business or public administration with a minimum of two (2) years customer service experience an understanding of planning and zoning building trades and construction and code enforcement; or any combination of education experience or training as may be acceptable to the hiring authority.

Possession of a valid drivers license is desirable.

Certification as a Permit Technician through the International Code Council (ICC) is desirable.

The City of Sioux Falls takes pride in being an Employer of Choice including our Culture Values and Compensation and Benefits. Apply today to become part of ONE Team and help us take care of today for a better tomorrow!

OUR CULTURE

Sioux Falls is growing exponentially and we need you to join our team of 1400 full-time and hundreds more part-time and seasonal employees. Find a place to serve alongside us in a range of careers available in 12 diverse departments.

Theres a role for every interest from public safety and health to culture and recreation to technology and internal operations. Our employees partner with local businesses and community members to provide the infrastructure safe neighborhoods and recreation opportunities that keep Sioux Falls consistently ranked among the top places to live and work.

Our core values of safety teamwork innovation character and respect build community from the inside out. Employees top culture drivers include a strong sense of accomplishment growth through learning and training and supportive colleagues. Team members achieve job satisfaction every day with the knowledge that their service positively impacts the high quality of life this community enjoys.

OUR COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS SUMMARY

• Competitive salary with other public and industry positions including step advancements.

• The City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive a 6% match. Additionally employees may choose to enroll in a Deferred Compensation Plan.

• Health Dental and Vision Insurance: Competitive rates for single 2-party and family.

• 11 paid holidays and 2 personal leave days each calendar year.

• New employees are granted 40 hours of vacation at time of hire and accrue an additional 2 weeks in their first year.

• Sick leave accrues over 96 hours per year.