Commercial Development & Licenses/ Permits Manager

City of St. Joseph•St. Joseph, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position coordinates the submission of all site and construction documentation for new and existing commercial construction. The role involves providing commercial plan review coordination with city staff by initiating, monitoring, and communicating plan review progress with customers. The manager will effectively communicate building issues to the public, directly supervise Permit Clerks, and oversee permitting and licensing. Additionally, this role coordinates applications for special events, issues associated permits, and performs administrative and clerical budget duties for the director and staff.

Requirements

Three years of experience in customer service or building business operations.
Ability to effectively communicate building and related code questions, comments, and concerns to appropriate city staff and resources utilized outside of city offices.
Ability to prepare clear and concise reports containing findings, timetables, conclusions, and recommendations on plans reviewed.
Excellent skills in a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Office.
Ability to create, optimize and manage work processes necessary for job requirements.
Ability to work independently and follow directions.
Valid driver’s license required.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field desirable.
Any combination of formal education and work experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.

Responsibilities

Interacts with customers to aid them in understanding the commercial plan review process and assists them in understanding applicable development expectations.
Coordinates the walk-through inspection program for existing, relocating, potential new businesses and investors.
Organizes and schedules liquor hearings and coordinates liquor violations.
Supervises the issuing of liquor licenses.
Organizes the renewing of business licenses each year.
Coordinates with Administrative Services department on processing payments and balancing daily cash drawers and deposits.
Maintains adequate internal controls for all cash, credits and payments received.
Organizes and supervises for the renewing of trade licenses each year.
Oversees the issuing of new trade licenses.
Types and edits letters, reports, budget information, resolutions, contracts, ordinances, and other correspondence for the director.
Organizes and files relevant council meeting material.
Prepares requisitions, purchase orders, budget transfers and other budget related documentation.
Attends Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment, Land Bank Board, Tourism Commission and Downtown Review Board meetings; Acts as recording secretary by preparing minutes and transcripts.
Calculates deadlines on ZBA, Downtown Review Board, Planning and Transient Guest Tax applications and prepares agendas and staff reports; assigns Planning and Zoning numbers; obtains necessary mailing lists; prepares certified mailings and public notices; tallies opposition to zoning actions.
Assists in the implementation, operation, and optimal utilization of division’s permitting and licensing software and serves as the backup.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Coordinates efforts with staff to maintain and improve customer service.