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Permits Technician

Dekalb County

Permits Technician

Decatur, GA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Position Information Permits Technician Job Term: Full-Time Department: Planning and Sustainability Closing Date: 4/11/18 Annual Range: $33,363

    • $51,713 Monthly Range: $2,780.25 - $4,309.42 Hourly Range: $16.04 - $24.86 BiWeekly Range: $1,283.19 - $1,988.96 Description Permits Technician Job Code: 51065 Salary Grade: 11 Salary Range: $33,363-$51,713 FLSA: Nonexempt Purpose of Classification: The purpose of this classification is to accurately process and record building permit applications and payments. Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Performs customer service functions by telephone, email and in person; provides information and assistance related to division services, activities, procedures, fees, forms, or other issues; assists the public in completing applications and other forms as needed; responds to questions/complaint; researches problems; and initiates problem resolution. Processes permit applications for all work requiring inspections or permits and Certificates of Occupancy; reviews applications for accuracy/completeness; verifies proper County business licensure, state licensure, home builders licensure, zoning designations, etc.; accepts construction plans and plan documents associated with permit processing; and enters information into database. Issues over the counter permits for residential repairs, residential alterations, mechanical electrical and plumbing permits; processes applications for the approval of new construction, additions, signs, special administrative permits, Watershed reviews and inspections, Fire Marshal reviews and inspections; verifies state/local licenses when applicable; ensures paperwork is complete and filed; ensures information is entered into database; and submits completed permit to customer. Receives moneys in payment of permit fees; calculates permit fees; records transactions, issues receipts, and forwards revenues as appropriate; prepares/updates daily administrative report of base fees; reports daily count of permits issued each day and payments collected; and submits reports to finance department. Processes contractor registrations; issues and renews registration for a variety of contractors including electrical and low voltage, plumbing, sprinkler, suppression and HVAC; and verifies state and business licenses. Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or GED required; one year of experience in customer service; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia drivers license; must obtain ICC certification as a Permit Technician within one year of hire.
  • Industry
    Government Administration