Permit Specialist (Part Time)

McDowell County • McDowell County Building Inspections, NC

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About The Position

The Permit Specialist serves as the primary liaison between the public, contractors, developers, and the building inspections department, helping ensure construction projects comply with state building codes and local rules. This is a part-time position with working hours between 12:30 and 4:00 p.m.

The role processes building and residential permit applications, checks applications and plans for completeness and compliance, verifies contractor license and insurance requirements and lien-agent information, and coordinates inspections. It also includes customer service, fee collection, correspondence, records and database maintenance, report generation, and general office duties.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent and customer service experience. They must complete, or be able to complete within one year of employment, the Law and Administration (Code Enforcement) course. A pre-employment drug screening and background check are required. McDowell County is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Customer service experience.
• Completion of, or ability to complete within one year of employment, the Law and Administration (Code Enforcement) course.
• Basic knowledge of standard office practices and procedures, office equipment, computer software, and customer service techniques.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Strong communication, organization, attention to detail, customer service, and conflict-resolution skills; sound judgment and tact.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and learn new software, including GIS and Smartgov.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background check are required.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and process building and residential permits.
• Verify state licensing requirements for contractors and work performed, required insurance, and lien-agent information.
• Review plans and applications for completeness and compliance with local ordinances and regulations.
• Schedule and coordinate inspection requests.
• Handle correspondence, reports, and general office duties.
• Provide information and answer questions by phone or email about the permitting and inspections process.
• Calculate and collect application fees.
• Maintain electronic files, update the database, and generate reports.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED