Part Time Building Permit Technician I/II Job at City of Anaheim, CA
Description
Part Time Building Permit Technician I
$26.12 - $33.34 Hourly
Part Time Building Permit Technician II
$29.65 - $36.04 Hourly
The City of Anaheim Planning & Building Department seeks dynamic individuals for the position of Part Time Building Permit Technician I/II . The Building Public Counter is a customer-centric unit focused on providing high caliber information and assistance to the general public, contractors, and engineers. As one of the front-line representatives for the City, the unit strives to provide a quality customer service experience. The Permit Technicians are responsible for providing customer service and assistance regarding plan check, building permit application requirements and procedures, routing of plans to appropriate staff for review, and issue building permits.
Qualified candidates will have experience performing clerical office duties, particularly in reviewing, reading, and understanding blue prints or interpreting and explaining building codes. Required qualifications for each position include:
Part Time Building Permit Technician I - possess one (1) year of clerical support and customer service experience.
Part Time Building Permit Technician II - possess two (2) years permit issuance experience for a public agency or its equivalent; or journey-level experience involving building design or construction work including general public contact.
Ideal candidates will:
- Possess prior customer service experience in a front-line and fast-paced environment, as well as assisting customers over-the-phone with multiple lines
- Have strong mathematical, data entry, and computer skills
- Be highly team-oriented
- Have exceptional attention to detail
- Prior experience as a permit technician at a municipal government agency is desirable
- Certification as a Permit Technician is desirable
The City of Anaheim reserves the option to hire at either Part Time Permit Technician I or II level based on candidate qualification and knowledge/skills/abilities demonstrated during the selection process.
This is a part-time position usually averaging 30 hours per week. A minimum number of hours is not guaranteed.
Essential Functions
The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
- Provide information and assistance to the general public, contractors, and engineers at the building permit counter, via e-mail, and over the phone regarding permit application requirements and processes, building codes and regulations, plan requirements and permit fees.
- Receive and review building permit applications and related drawings for accuracy, completeness and compliance with established regulations; issue and record approved building permits; calculate, collect fees and reconcile daily receipts; categorize permit by type, valuation, census code, assessment and revenue collected; and issue inspection cards.
- Receive plan check submittals; route plans as appropriate for checking; receive approved plans to calculate fees; inform customers, builders, and developers of plan check status by researching an automated system, logs, and associated files.
- Prepare and maintain a variety of records on permit applications, plan submittals and approvals; research incomplete files including applicable fees due and new permits issued.
- Enter and maintain license information and workers compensation insurance information in the Permit System database.
- Receive plans and issue permits for a variety types of projects such as room additions, patio covers, decks, garages, carports, retaining walls and block walls, swimming pools, spas and signs.
- Assist the public with daily inspection schedules and timeframes.
- Review and process temporary gas and electrical utility requests; communicate with building inspectors for approvals; issue temporary and permanent certificates of occupancy, when applicable.
- Receive and review plan duplication requests for accuracy and completeness; process accordingly by the established time line.
- Collaborate with Code Enforcement and general public through the investigation procedure for unpermitted construction work; assist customers with the permit process to achieve compliance.
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
Qualifications
The Part Time Building Permit Technician I:
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Possess one (1) year of administrative support or customer service experience, including experience reviewing basic building code requirements. Direct contact with the public desirable.
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Knowledge of principles and practices of effective customer service, modern office procedures, methods and equipment, including computers; permit system data filing and retrieval; use of Microsoft office software; principles of basic report preparation; principles and procedures of record keeping.
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Ability to understand and interpret applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations; to classify, compute, tabulate and categorize data and information for permit process; respond to requests and inquiries from the general public; operate office equipment including computers, printers, an automated tracking system and a variety of software programs including spreadsheet applications; maintain accurate records and files; communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
In addition to the qualifications for the Part Time Building Permit Technician I the Part Time Building Permit Technician II must possess:
- Two (2) years permit issuance experience for a public agency or its equivalent; or journey-level experience involving building design or construction work including general public contact.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of permit application review and approval; building codes, ordinances, and regulations; basic blueprint/plan review; modern office procedures/methods and equipment, including computers; data filing and retrieval; principles of basic report preparation; principles and procedures of recordkeeping; customer service methods and techniques.
- Ability to analyze and review permit applications and approve as necessary; interpret and apply applicable building codes, ordinances and regulations; assess building valuations and figure appropriate permit fees; maintain complete and accurate records of plan checks and permit issuances; respond to requests and inquiries from the public; operate office equipment including computers, an automated tracking system and a variety of software programs including spreadsheet applications; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; maintain accurate records and files; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of work.
Supplemental Information
This is a part-time position usually averaging 30 hours per week. A minimum number of hours is not guaranteed.
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTION
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at 5:00PM . Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.
The selection process will consist of a minimum of skills examination and oral interview.
The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City.
Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening). The City of Anaheim utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.
Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Anaheim offers a range of benefit programs to eligible part-time employees and their eligible dependents. Programs and benefits amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
To view the current benefits summary, visit:
https://www.anaheim.net/DocumentCenter/View/36803/Benefits-Summary-Part-Time
For additional information about the City's benefits, visit www.myanaheimbenefits.com then click on Part-Time Employees.
RETIREMENT BENEFITS – The City contracts with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide retirement benefits. Retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS.
Part-time eligible employees become members of CalPERS as either Classic or New members.
Part-time employees not eligible for CalPERS are required to participate in the City’s part-time 457 plan, as a replacement plan for Social Security.
To view the current limits and additional CalPERS information, visit:
https://www.anaheim.net/DocumentCenter/View/37234/PT-CalPERS-Rates
To view the current benefits summary, visit:
https://www.anaheim.net/DocumentCenter/View/36803/Benefits-Summary-Part-Time
For additional information about the City's benefits, visit www.myanaheimbenefits.com then click on Part-Time Employees.
RETIREMENT BENEFITS – The City contracts with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide retirement benefits. Retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS.
Part-time eligible employees become members of CalPERS as either Classic or New members.
Part-time employees not eligible for CalPERS are required to participate in the City’s part-time 457 plan, as a replacement plan for Social Security.
To view the current limits and additional CalPERS information, visit:
https://www.anaheim.net/DocumentCenter/View/37234/PT-CalPERS-Rates
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