Permitting Coordinator

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides information and guidance to the general public regarding application procedures for all types of building permits.
• Reviews permit applications for provisions of all required information and/or documentation.
• Distributes applications for necessary reviews.
• Maintains building permit packets with detailed files of official records pertaining to the process.
• Serves as liaison between reviewing agencies and applicant.
• Tracks permit through inspection process to advise customer of status, problems, and final approval.
• Handles customer questions and issues regarding permit requirements; refers technical questions to appropriate staff, and advises customer of action taken as necessary.
• Maintains confidentiality of records.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED and three (3) years of general clerical experience to include a minimum of two (2) years in strong customer service.
• A comparable amount of education, training, or experience with related job skills may be substituted for the minimum requirements.
• The preferred candidate will have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in construction, building, or permitting.
• Experience working with permitting type software is a plus.
• Knowledge of basic land development and construction permit requirements.
• Knowledge of general permit processing and procedures.
• Knowledge of County offices and functions.
• Knowledge of land development and construction terminology.
• Able to deal with the public in a professional, courteous manner.
• Able to accurately answer questions and resolve problem situations or refer to appropriate office.
• Able to follow check lists and recognize different types of required exhibits and plans.
• Hands-on experience with desktop computer applications.
• Skilled in the use of various office equipment.
• Able to work under stressful conditions.
• Able to interact effectively with others.

Qualifications

Must be able to commute to other office locations base upon operational needs.