Permit Clerk

City of Chattanooga • Chattanooga, TN

1d • $18 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Join the City of Chattanooga Team Chattanooga , a vibrant and growing community of over 180,000 residents, is known as the "Scenic City" for a reason. Nestled along the Tennessee River and surrounded by the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, we are a hub of outdoor adventure and innovation. Home to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) and Chattanooga State Community College Our Organization 2,600 employees committed to excellence in public service. Our team ensures the community thrives through a wide range of municipal services, including: Public Safety: Chattanooga Police and Fire Departments. Infrastructure & Utilities: Public Works, Waste Resources, and specialized Stormwater management. Quality of Life: An award-winning Parks and Outdoors system and the Chattanooga Public Library. Transportation: The Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) and citywide transit initiatives. Innovation: Leading-edge digital equity and smart-city programs. Why Choose Chattanooga? The City of Chattanooga’s workforce is the heartbeat of our community. We don't just offer jobs; we offer careers with purpose. We are committed to being the premier employer of choice in Southeast Tennessee by providing: Competitive Compensation: Robust pay scales that reflect our commitment to our staff. Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling where possible. Exceptional Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs designed for you and your family that deliver savings to you beyond your paycheck. Growth: A focus on professional development and upward mobility within the organization. The Great Outdoors: Your Backyard Playground: Chattanooga isn't just near nature, it's immersed in it. As one of the most biodiverse cities in North America, the "Scenic City" offers an ecological richness that few places on earth can claim. Whether you are an adrenaline junkie or a weekend wanderer, world-class adventure is always less than an hour away. Vertical Adventures: Scale legendary sandstone cliffs in what is widely considered the premier rock climbing hub of the Southeast. Water & Rapids: From the high-octane whitewater kayaking of the Ocoee River to world-class bass fishing and peaceful paddling on the Tennessee River. Trails for Miles: Explore a massive network of mountain biking and hiking trails that wind through lush ridges, hidden waterfalls, and deep river gorges. In Chattanooga, "work-life balance" means you can finish your shift and be at a trailhead or on the water before the sun sets. Our mission is to work together to build a safe, revitalized, and sustainable city for all Chattanoogans. To do that, it takes a team of skilled and passionate individuals. So, if you’d like to call Chattanooga home – or maybe you already do! – and want to further your career through meaningful work that makes a true impact where you live, we’d love to talk to you.

Requirements

• Associates Degree, and one year of directly related experience.
• Knowledge of (this is just as citizen facing as any other position in the office) modern office etiquette; modern office equipment; basic mathematical concepts; and, modern office procedures.
• Skills in: office professionalism; using a computer and related software applications; keyboarding; performing basic mathematical calculations; preparing routine reports; operating modern office equipment; oral and written communication and, communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to effectively exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Responsibilities

• Receives, reviews, and processes a variety of applications for permitting and licensing.
• Performs a variety of administrative activities in support of departmental operations, which may include: responding to requests for information; explaining processes by phone or in person; taking phone calls about our permits and licenses, assisting citizens with: IT guidance, supplying contact information for inspectors, accepting paper plans, accepting payments, assessing and processing permits and licensing; coordinating the review of applications with internal departments; scheduling pre-submittal meetings and/or, performing other related activities.
• Assesses licensure and skill according to City of Chattanooga local ordinances and State of TN statutes to process permitting and licensing, billings.
• Evaluates and verifies contractor licenses according to state guidelines and local ordinances.
• Enters and maintains a variety of information related to permitting, inspection, construction plans and licensing activities in applicable databases, including licensed contractor information.
• Prepares bank deposits, compiles financial reports and spreadsheets, reconciles applicable accounts, creates receivable transactions and maintains related files.
• Coordination with CDOT to assess street cut and utility street cut permits. (This is only done by 2 of 5 employees under the same classification – should be separate titles)
• Prepares and processes a variety of correspondence in support of departmental operations and activities.
• Prepares and submits advertisements or notices for publication in the newspaper in accordance with applicable laws, codes, and ordinances.
• Coordinates activities associated with applicable public and/or staff meetings, which includes: preparing meeting agendas, memorandums, and/or other related documents and materials; notifying individuals and groups of meeting dates and schedules; coordinating and preparing meeting rooms; transcribing and disseminating meeting minutes; preparing and updating meeting calendars; and/or, performing other related activities.
• Must meet regular attendance requirements.
• Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers and citizens.
• Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Robust pay scales that reflect our commitment to our staff.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling where possible.
• Exceptional Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs designed for you and your family that deliver savings to you beyond your paycheck.
• Growth: A focus on professional development and upward mobility within the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree