Permit Technician

Job Duties

• Understand policies, County codes, RCW’s, County regulations, application procedures & requirements.
• Perform input, intake, calculating fees and issuance of permits.
• Work positively with the public, peers and supervisors.
• Provide correct applications to applicants while clearly explaining the requirements for various permit types.
• Daily deposits.
• Routinely route applications to appropriate departments or agencies both internally and externally.
• Audit permits for expiration, renewal or abandonment.
• High level of customer service and professionalism required.
• Use GIS, mapping systems, Smart Gov and BlueBeam programs.
• Use Excel, Microsoft Word and Outlook programs.
• Drive or travel to outlying offices as needed.
• Show good time management skills, be organized and self-sufficient.
• Communicate well with customers, co-workers and supervisors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Valid WA state Drivers license.
• High school Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of general office experience.
• Familiarity with GIS, mapping, and typical office software.
• Experience with title work, legal descriptions, permitting or architecture (optional).

Benefits

• Medical: Island County pays 100% of the premiums for most eligible employees and dependents.
• Dental: Island County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members for basic dental coverage (buy-up options are available).
• Life and Disability Insurance: Employees are provided basic coverage of $24,000 and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents.
• Retirement: Island County employees participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (additional 457(b) deferred-compensation plans are also available).
• Life Flight: Island County pays 100% of the premium for emergency air transport coverage.
• 11 paid holidays each year.
• Generous Paid Time Off And Washington-required Sick Leave.
• Flexible Spending Account (optional).
• Wellness programs.
• Employee assistance program.
• Pet Insurance (optional - employee paid).
• Additional Benefits Are Available To Be Elected (employee-paid).
• Student debt? Working for Island County can provide relief!
• This is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF) for full time employees.

Pay

• Permit Technician 1: $22.38
• Permit Technician 2: $24.30

Schedule

• Hourly pay schedule applies.

Summary

Employees in these positions are responsible for providing customer service at the counter, over the phone and via email. Assisting applicants by providing accurate, comprehensive and professional service on a variety of issues pertaining to building permits. Understanding and explaining regulations, zoning, codes, polices and permitting information that pertain to various projects and their required applications.