PW Permits Reviewer

City of Bellingham • City of Bellingham, WA

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About The Position

The PW Permits Reviewer reviews and approves permit applications for commercial and residential projects within City rights-of-way. The position ensures compliance with standards for water, stormwater, sewer, driveways, right-of-way, street obstructions, and utility installations. It provides customer service and technical information about infrastructure requirements and processes, permit applications, and related issues. The reviewer also collaborates with and reviews Whatcom County building permits involving City utilities.

This is a full-time, union-represented position in Public Works with the City of Bellingham. There is currently one vacancy. The position starts at Step 1, $35.61 per hour, with a full hourly range of $35.61 to $46.46. The role requires six years of experience in construction inspection, surveying, utility operations, or related technical engineering work; qualifying formal education or training may substitute for up to two years of that experience.

Requirements

• Six years of experience in construction inspection, surveying, utility operations, or other related technical engineering work. Formal education or training in engineering technology or a related field may substitute year for year for up to two years of the experience requirement.
• Valid Washington State driver's license and good driving record.
• Submit a three-year driving abstract prior to hire.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Washington State Certification as a Cross Connection Specialist within twelve months of employment.
• Employment is contingent upon passing a criminal background check.
• Verification of ability to work in the United States by date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve permit applications for commercial and residential projects within City rights-of-way.
• Ensure compliance with water, stormwater, sewer, driveway, right-of-way, street obstruction, and utility installation standards.
• Provide customer service and technical information related to infrastructure requirements and processes, permit applications, and related issues.
• Collaborate with and review Whatcom County building permits involving City utilities.

Benefits

• 10 hours of vacation leave per month, with increased accrual over time.
• 12 paid holidays and one floating holiday per year.
• 8 hours of sick leave accrued monthly.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families.
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and a medical insurance opt-out program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Washington State Retirement plan (DRS).
• Optional 457 deferred compensation retirement savings plan with employer match.

What This Job Offers

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