Permit Technician

Customer Service & Public Assistance

• Receive and respond to inquiries by phone email and in person

• Assistingcustomers at front counter with applications payments and general inquiries.

• Providing information to contractors homeowners and the publicregardingbuilding codespermittingprocesses and inspection procedures.

Permit ApplicationanddocumentProcessing

• Reviewingevaluatingand approving permit applicationsandsubmitteddocumentsfor completeness and compliance.

• Preparing and issuing building electricalmechanicaland plumbingpermitsand certificates of occupancy.

• Determineappropriate permittypes and fees for building re-roofing/siding mechanicalplumbingand electrical permits.

Records & Data Management

• Enter data and prepare a variety of records and reports.

• Maintain statistical and financial reports involving plans reviewed permits issued inspections performed valuationsrefundsand all related data.

• Maintaining and organizing physical and electronic filing systems including scanning and retrieval of documents.

• Financial Transactions & Reporting

• Receive payments for building permits sub-permits re-inspection fees and miscellaneous tasks at the front counter or by fax or mail.

• Process payments andmaintainrelated records.

• Deposit monies and prepare balance reports for funds received and post amount to Treasurers Office daily.

• Complete andsubmitCensus Bureau reports toappropriate agencies.

Administrative & Technical Support

• Using Microsoft Office andpermittingsoftware for research data entryreportingand communication. Prepare correspondence reports and forms with accuracy and attention to detail. Perform a variety of technical and administrative duties using data-entry and file maintenance programs.

• Maintain a supply of office suppliesformsand other administrative materials.

• Ensure adherence to division policy and procedures.

Code Research & Compliance Support

• Research issues related to building codespermitsand inspections.

• Supporting inspectors and plans examiners by providing relevant information and documentation.

• Assistingwith interpretation and application of codes under the direction of supervisory staff.

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click apply for that reason we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience:1 year of work-related experience in an administrative or customer facing role.

Education:High School Diploma or GED

License/Certifications:ICC Permit Technician certification or the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.

*Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Preferred knowledgeskillsand abilities:

• Background in construction or development and working knowledge of permit process

• High attention to detail when proofreading/correcting written reports

• Establish rapport and interact professionallyin order tomaintainand foster harmonious working relationships with all stakeholders

• Ability to exercise good judgment flexibility and creativity in response to changing situations and needs

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Data stewardship of regulatory requirements and industry best practices

• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite

• Detail-oriented and consistent

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with professionalism and integrity

Additional Job Information:

• A valid Colorado drivers license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.

• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history motor vehicle report education verification and/or references for all positions.

Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. Forassistancewith applications interviews or other hiring-related accommodations contact. This contactis for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.