Building Permit Technician

The Town of Dewey Beach is seeking a person to fill the position of Building Permit Technician for our Building / Code Enforcement Department paying $21.50 per hour. This is a part-time position, working afternoons with the occasional full-day shift. This position is in the office, dealing with people and will be responsible for a wide variety of technical and clerical duties in support of the Building Department and Building Official such as receiving and reviewing building permit applications for completion. Respond to customer inquiries and complaints regarding codes, policies, and procedures. Essential Functions include but are not limited to:

• Works as a liaison between the general public/permit applicants and the Building Official.
• Provide forms, information and assistance including explaining the established permitting process, procedures and requirements to residents, builders, contractors and the general public.
• Provide excellent phone and over-the-counter communication in response to inquiries and complaints.
• Applies established policies and procedures in determining completeness of all permit applications ensuring permit information is accurate, complete and processed in a timely manner.
• Issues building permits upon approval by the Building Official.
• Performs general administrative duties: filing, typing, data entry, operates a variety of office equipment to include, but not limited to, printers, copiers, calculators, multi-line phone systems, scanners, or other specialized equipment, and personal computers (using standard or customized software application programs).
• Tactfully responds to citizen inquiries and questions.
• Assists with maintaining office files and records as necessary.
• As requested, prepares correspondence and provides permit statistics.
• Performs related work as required and/or assigned.

Education / Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent AND
• Two (2) years of office or clerical experience, preferably within a municipality; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.
• ICC Permit Technician designation preferred but not required.

The Town of Dewey Beach is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $21.50 per hour

Work Location:

In person