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The City of Charleston, SC

Licensing and Permit Technician

Pay: $46,898/yr

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Charleston, SC (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/12/2026

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What they do

A Tax Examiner or Collector examines tax returns, bills of sale and other documents to determine the type and amount of taxes, duties and other types of fees to be paid by individuals or businesses, referring exceptional or important cases to accountants, senior government officials or managers.

$42,916 / year median in South Carolina

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.

Annual Salary:

$46,897.50 - $46,897.50

Hourly:

$24.05 - $24.05

Department:

Budget, Finance & Revenue Collections, General Government Division:

Revenue Collections FLSA:

Non-Exempt Job Description:

This rowill issue licenses and permits to qualified applicants.

Examples of Duties:

Questions applicants to obtain information such as name, address, and age, and records data on prescribed forms. Evaluates information obtained to determine applicant qualification for licensure. Contacts customers if there are any problems during the permitting and licensing process. Responds to contractors inquires about permissions granted by Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation licensure. Responds to inquiries regarding permit requirements and processes. Collects prescribed fees, including contacting delinquent accounts. Maintains files and logs of permits issued and provides statistical information on permits. Create reports to identify delinquent accounts. Creates and updates department applications and forms. Prepares certificates of occupancy. Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

Associate's degree (AA/AS); and six months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word, and Excel (including the ability to create spreadsheets using formulas). Ability to type a minimum of 35 words per minute by touch.

Other Necessary Requirements:

May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the City's needs. The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation. Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov]