Community Development Technician
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Job Location:
Minnetonka, MN - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 31 - 37
Posted on:
10 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Why Minnetonka
Supportive culture Work-life fit Well-being Employee-focused Make a difference
Our greatest asset are our people. City of Minnetonka employees work together to drive change and make a meaningful impact on the community. We support one another in our personal and professional lives. You can expect to make a difference because in Minnetonka you and your work matter.
Job Description
Performs intermediate administrative support work supporting building and zoning related activities of the Community Development department processing building and zoning permit applications scheduling inspections and providing information to contractors homeowners and general public and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the City Planner.
Duties/Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions
- Checks and accepts accurate and complete permit applications
- Maintains an accurate database of all permit applications
- Schedules inspections for multiple inspectors
- Provides service to customers in person and on the phone
- Processes and issues permits and collects permit fees
- Properly routes permit applications to other departments for approval
- Communicates extensively with citizens
- Conducts research regarding planning land use and zoning matters
- Provides printed information for planning zoning and development activities
- Intakes planning applications processing when the Planning Clerk is unavailable and as needed;
- scans permit plan documents
- Maintains accurate contractor database to ensure that contractors are properly licensed
- Issues water meters collects fees and maintains accurate meter information.
- Performs other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Job Qualifications:
- A commitment to and belief in the organizations shared values
- Excellent organization and customer service skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Three years of general clerical experience
- Demonstrated skill in spelling grammar mathematics and computer applications
- Ability to communicate effectively efficiently and professionally
Desired Job Qualifications:
- Experience working in local county or state government or within the construction industry
- Experience working as permit technician
- Building permit technician certification
- Trained in conflict resolution
Additional Information
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Skilled at communicating effectively efficiently and professionally with the public and co-workers in a manner that is easily understandable possibly under stressful conditions
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and co-workers
- Skilled at prioritizing duties and multi-task effectively in a busy office environment
- Ability to see hear and remember facts and circumstances and properly document them for future reference
- Maintain confidential information
- Ability to work independently under direction and as a contributing team member
- Proficiently skilled with the use of computers and software including Microsoft Office products and other basic office equipment
- Ability to learn job-specific computer software
Not Sure You Meet All the Qualifications
If this role interests you but youre unsure about meeting all the listed requirements we encourage you to apply! Your unique experiences may be more relevant than you think and we value both technical skills and diverse perspectives.How to Apply:
- Click Apply at the top of the page before the closing date.
- Submit these documents via the online application system (no zip files or links):
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Questions Contact Human Resources at .
Hiring Process:
- Open Job Posting:Requisition is open and accepting applications.
- Selection Process: Qualified applicants join a candidate pool. Hiring managers select candidates for interviews and/or assessments. Youll be notified if selected.
- Pre-Employment Screening: This may include a drivers license a criminal history background check a drug test a physical exam a work assessment or simulation and if education-based proof of qualifications.
Contact Us:
For position-related questions email Katie Xiong at .Veterans Preference:
Veterans can request preference under MN Statute 197.455 by submitting a DD214 with their application.Equal Opportunity Employer:
The City of Minnetonka values diversity and does not discriminate based on race color creed age religion national origin marital status disability sex sexual orientation familial status public assistance status or other protected classes.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- English
- User Interface
- Communication
- Content Writing
- Online
- Internet
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- Management skills
- Digital speech
- Speaking skills
- Analytics
- Writing Skills
