Project Development Analyst - DBNS

DBNS protects and improves the quality of life for persons and animals in the City of Indianapolis. As the principal department for business licenses, residential and commercial permits, and enforcement of the Revised Code of Ordinances, DBNS also oversees operations at Indianapolis Animal Care Services.

About the role

This position provides expertise in plan review and permit issuance, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, petitions, rezonings, variances, and codes.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and issues permits for commercial, industrial, and residential projects (ILP, Structural, Sign, Wrecking) to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, codes, ordinances, and procedures.
• Resolves code, ordinance, and procedure interpretations relative to applicable requirements.
• Updates and maintains records on permits.
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and provide quality seamless customer service.
• Researches and revokes, when necessary, permits that have been issued in error or issued based on inaccurate information provided.
• Acts as witness in court proceedings and/or provides legal testimony related to issued or revoked permits.
• Assists customers with interpretation and application of permit procedures, building codes, and zoning ordinances.
• Develops and implements reports.
• Initiates and processes enforcement actions.
• Receives, reviews, and issues Master permits.
• Receives, reviews, and issues online Structural and Master permits.
• Receives, reviews, files, and maintains correspondence from the Indiana Department of Fire and Building Services regarding projects they have released for construction.
• Assists in the training of new Project Development Analysts.
• Receives and answers inquiries via the internet, phone, and written correspondence regarding department, codes, ordinances, and permit procedures.
• Receives, reviews, and directs forms necessary for submitting and receiving submittals and approvals for development within designated Wellfield districts.
• Communicates with Inspections, Current Planning, Information Services, Infrastructure, Township Administrators, Supervisors, and Managers regarding issues, problems, and procedures with cases under review, issued permits, and revoked permits.
• Works with Civicnet maintaining current web-related applications and developing new web-related applications.
• Attends meetings as part of the Tidemark Review Team to review and approve proposed changes and improvements.
• Presents public presentations.
• Investigates questions and complaints regarding problems with permits and coordinates resolution.
• Creates and maintains SOPs related to permit reviews, issuance, and procedures.
• Receives and processes requests for Zoning Verification and Zoning History letters.
• Attends regular training to develop and strengthen skills needed to perform the job.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study required. One year of related experience may be substituted for each year of formal education.
• Ability to obtain a working knowledge of all applicable building codes, ordinances, and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize and handle varied assignments and heavy workload.
• Ability to review plans, specifications, and determine necessary permits required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications.
• Ability to understand and interpret applicable ordinances, codes, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, on technical, complex, or controversial matters with inspectors, contractors, and the public.
• Ability to operate a computer and learn various related applications.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Permit Technician, Residential Building Inspector, and Building Plans Examiner Certifications must be attained within 2 years of hire.
• Must utilize computer software such as Arc View, ArcInfo, and Pictometry to update and maintain the Geographic Information System in the Permits Division.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience as a financial professional.
• Prior professional experience in government or non-profit employment.

Working Conditions

• Majority of work is performed in a standard office environment.
• May occasionally perform duties in the field at construction sites, exposed to weather, noise, dirt, and machinery.

Physical Conditions

• Sitting at a desk the majority of the day.
• Some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds).
• Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
• Tasks require the ability to perceive and hear sounds and see visual cues or signals.
• Tasks require the ability to communicate orally.