Permit Technician Position Available In York, South Carolina

Permit Technician 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 10 North Roosevelt Street, York, SC 29745

Summary:

Performs administrative and technical work, processes applications for building, and related permits, interacts with developers, contractors and general public on related permitting and building issues.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Processes permits – receives permit and project applications and verifies all information necessary for plan review and fee determination; issues permit number; prepares files, and fee receipts. Assists citizens/customers of the department in a friendly, courteous, professional manner using clear oral and written business communications. Provides information to developers, contractors and the general public on building issues, property information, procedures, and ordinances. Assists with administrative tasks in the department, such as answering phones, serving customers, typing correspondence and reports, scanning, filing and records retention. Prepares monthly report for the building function. Ability to work across multiple departments in collaboration with staff and department heads. Enters and retrieves computer data; generates computer reports as required. Attends training sessions, meetings, workshops, etc., as required to maintain and enhance job knowledge and skills; keeps abreast of changing legislation that affects functions of this position. Performs general clerical/administrative duties as required, including typing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone. Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates and shall exercise any additional powers that are or may be legally conferred upon the position by statute, bylaw, and regulations.

Qualifications and Required/Preferred Skills:

• Associate degree in public administration, business administration, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Two (2) years full-time general administrative experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, research, presentation, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively with other staff, vendors, contractors, and the public.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong level of accuracy and the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to prioritize and adhere to strict deadlines.
• High level of integrity; ability to handle confidential information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, and Outlook required.
• Use computers for data entry, word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, or custom applications.
• Must successfully pass a background check and drug screening test.

Must possess a valid state driver’s license.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$40,000.00 – $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person