Permit Technician I - Building and Codes

City of Hendersonville, TN • Hendersonville, TN

35d • Onsite

About The Position

This is the Permit Technician I position in Building and Codes Department. JOB SUMMARY This position provides clerical and permit issuance services to the department.

Requirements

• Knowledge of issuance of building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical permits
• Knowledge of administrative provisions of International Codes
• Knowledge of construction plans and supporting construction documentation
• Skill in the operation of computers
• Skill in dealing with the public
• Skill in maintaining records and preparing reports
• Skill in making decisions accurately and rapidly
• Skill in oral and written communication
• High School diploma or GED
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/ internship or having had a similar position for 1-2 years
• Possess a valid ICC (International Code Council) Permit Technician certification or the ability to obtain Permit Technician certification within one (1) year of employment

Responsibilities

• Receives permit applications, accesses scope of project and relevant requirements, advise applicants, issue multiple types of permits such as building, plumbing, and mechanical once approved within departmental guidelines
• Tracks and maintains status of permit applications. Routes to appropriate personnel
• Processes a variety of documentation within designated time frames and according to established procedures; assists in maintaining department files; performs general clerical tasks
• Performs a variety of general accounting and bookkeeping functions. Calculates and verifies fees; accepts payments; records transactions and issues receipts; reconciles deposits
• Greets visitors and answers the telephone; assists by answering questions and directing them to appropriate personnel
• Files permits, plans, and other permitting documents
• Reviews computer system to ensure accuracy of inspections resulting and plan review activities
• Prepares and processes expired permit notification letters and assists public with permitting questions
• Performs other related duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED