Inspection Clerk

Work involves the coordination of permitting and inspection services with the general public, staff, departments and related contacts as it pertains to the issuance of a building permit. This position provides general customer service and clerical assistance such as maintaining files and records, completing forms and other related tasks, processing numerous financial transactions, and performing reception and referral duties. Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for building permit application intake process, archiving construction documents and utilizing mapping software. Communicates and coordinates with inspectors, planning staff and various other governmental agencies (local, municipal, and State) relating to the issuance of building permits. Communicates with contractors to schedule inspections, record licensure and certification. Collects money, reconciles transaction report and prepares daily bank deposit. Runs reports and responds to both public and departmental information requests Communicates with various utility companies relating to power and gas meter releases. Provides general customer service including answering telephones, greeting customers, answering questions, making appointments, routing calls, and directing visitors to proper sources. Responsible for compliance with local, municipal, and State rules and regulations relating to contractor licensing and certification requirements including business licenses, electrical, plumbing, gas, mechanical, fire alarm, fire sprinkler, kitchen hood installer, home builder and general contractor certifications. Responsible for compliance with rules and regulations concerning zoning, sanitary sewer, site development, county road access, and other municipal requirements. Administers and scores electrical exam for homeowners who do their own electrical work. Issues Certificate of Completion/Occupancy for loan companies, builders and homeowners as requested. Dates and routes mail to proper individuals. Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner. Performs all other duties as assigned by supervision.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent. Three years experience working with the public.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

International Code Council certification as a Certified Permit Technician.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in an office environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, standing, bending, and carrying.

EXAMINATIONS

No written or performance examination will be required for this position. Applicants are screened and certified based on an evaluation of their education, training, experience and other requirements as outlined in this Position Announcement and denoted on their Job Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT/POST OFFER DRUG SCREENING

Shelby County is committed to providing and maintaining a drug-free work environment. After receiving a conditional offer of employment, applicants are required to pass a drug test conducted at a test site designated by Shelby County. Shelby County, Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.