Permit/Zoning Technician EVG

Bureau Veritas • Braselton, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Bureau Veritas offers dynamic, exciting employment opportunities with an attractive salary/benefit package and an opportunity to play a vital role with a global organization. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. Bureau Veritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, sexual orientation, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other non-job-related characteristics. This position is responsible to ensure equal opportunity in employment in that all persons are treated equally and on the basis of merit, in decisions regarding selection, placement, promotions, training, work assignments, transfers and other personnel actions. At Bureau Veritas, we partner with municipalities across the country to provide trusted permitting, zoning, code compliance, and building safety services that help communities grow responsibly and efficiently. We are seeking a Permit & Zoning Technician to support our Braselton, GA municipal client. This role is ideal for someone with experience in local government, permitting, planning, zoning, community development, inspections support, or public-facing municipal operations who enjoys helping people, keeping processes organized, and supporting their community behind the scenes. If you’ve worked in a city hall, planning department, permit counter, clerk’s office, community development department, or municipal administration environment, you already understand the pace, priorities, and public service mindset that make someone successful in this role. At Bureau Veritas, our work goes beyond permits and processes. We help communities grow safely, support municipalities with increasing workloads, and provide trusted expertise that helps local governments better serve residents, contractors, and businesses. We understand municipal environments because many of our team members come directly from them. That means we value: professionalism and public service, collaboration over ego, strong communication and customer service, organization, follow-through, and reliability, people who know how to navigate competing priorities with grace and patience. This role offers the opportunity to continue meaningful public-facing work while gaining the support, resources, flexibility, and career growth opportunities of a nationally respected organization. At Bureau Veritas, you’ll find: a collaborative and supportive team culture, leadership that respects municipal experience, opportunities for professional growth and advancement, stability backed by a global organization, meaningful work that directly impacts growing communities, a workplace where relationship-building and customer service matter. We know the best municipal professionals are often the people who quietly keep everything moving. The organizers. The educators. The calm voices at the counter. The people residents trust when they walk in frustrated, confused, overwhelmed, or simply needing someone patient enough to explain the process. Those are exactly the people we’re looking for.

Requirements

• Experience in permitting, zoning, planning, municipal administration, community development, construction administration, or related public-sector support roles
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Comfort working with databases, permitting software, Microsoft Office, and digital record systems
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team
• High level of professionalism, initiative, and follow-through
• Genuinely enjoys helping people
• Communicates clearly and patiently
• Remains calm and compassionate during difficult interactions
• Understands the importance of public trust and professionalism
• Can explain complex processes in a way that feels approachable and respectful
• Values both accuracy and empathy
• Experience working in municipal government or public-facing community development environments is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with permitting software and zoning processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents, contractors, developers, and business owners with permitting and zoning-related questions
• Process permit applications and related documentation
• Maintain accurate permit records, files, databases, and tracking systems
• Coordinate permit intake, routing, approvals, and issuance
• Support scheduling and coordination related to inspections and permitting activities
• Prepare reports, correspondence, notices, and other documentation as needed
• Provide front-line customer service in person, by phone, and electronically
• Explain permit procedures, zoning requirements, and application processes in a clear and approachable way
• Assist residents with navigating forms, documentation, and next steps
• Provide patient, compassionate customer service to individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experience levels
• Provide additional guidance and reassurance to residents who may be unfamiliar with permitting, zoning, or municipal processes
• Help de-escalate frustration by listening carefully, communicating clearly, and guiding people toward solutions whenever possible
• Assist with zoning applications, compliance documentation, and related administrative processes
• Review applications for completeness and compliance with established procedures
• Help maintain public records and documentation related to zoning and permitting activities
• Support ordinance reviews, public hearing preparation, and related administrative research
• Respond professionally and compassionately to questions from the public and project stakeholders
• Build positive working relationships with municipal staff, contractors, developers, and community members
• Help create a smooth, organized, and customer-friendly permitting experience
• Support department operations through strong communication, organization, and follow-through
• Assist with special projects and additional administrative support as needed

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Paid holidays, including a floating diversity holiday
• Paid parental bonding leave
• Tuition reimbursement and a culture that actively supports professional development and long-term career growth
• Opportunities for advancement within a nationally respected organization
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• A collaborative environment where your contributions are valued

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed