Permit Clerk

PERMIT CLERK

Job Summary

Performs a variety of specialized supervisory work related to the intake and processing of building permit applications submitted by contractors, developers and/or homeowners. The Clerk is responsible for receiving and reviewing permit applications, issuing construction permits, securing inspection approvals, and providing information and guidance to the public concerning the building permit process. This is a full-time/non-exempt and at-will position with a forty (40) hour workweek.

Reports to: Building Division Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Essential Job Functions

• Greets members of the general public at the permit counter; performs work related to the permitting process by accepting and processing building applications for construction permits.
• Prepares and maintains all records related to the permitting process including, but not limited to, establishing computerized records, filing and scheduling inspections.
• Enters all required permit data into the department’s computerized permitting system.
• Distributes plans to the appropriate personnel for review and/or inspection.
• Issues processed and approved permits to the permit applicant.
• Verifies insurance requirements for all permit requests.
• Maintains an updated database of all contractors performing work within the boundaries of the town.
• Acts as liaison between the inspectors and the head personnel at the job site, when necessary.
• Prepares and issues expired permit letters, courtesy notices, and notices of violations and certificates of occupancy.
• Assists the public by telephone or in person and supplies answers to a variety of procedural questions, as well as providing necessary forms and documents to facilitate the building permit process.
• Assists in compiling plans, permits and other documents for public records requests.
• Performs any other duties as assigned by the Building Official or Chief of Code Services. Including but not limited to, preparing reports.
  
  

Education And Experience

• A High School Diploma or a GED equivalent is required.
• A bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred.
• Two (2) years prior experience in the construction, architecture or engineering fields is required; experience in a building department or similar is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of codes, laws, regulations and ordinances pertaining to the construction permitting process and contractor licensing requirements, desirable.
  
  

Minimum Licences or Certifications - None

Special Requirements

• Must be a non-smoker.
• Must be fluent in English.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus.
• Must complete a background investigation which includes a national criminal history search.