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NEOGOV · 4 months ago

Building Services Permit Technician

Cedar Rapids, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$53K/yr - $69K/yr

1+ years exp

The City of Cedar Rapids is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Permit Technician to join their Building Services Department. In this role, you will support contractors, homeowners, and staff by processing permit applications and ensuring projects meet city requirements.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Accepts, reviews and processes building, zoning, renewals, temporary and final certificate of occupancy (COs), permit applications (i.e. fences, decks, re-roofs, re-sidings, etc.,) and researches and accurately analyzes all applications are accurately completed

Conducts research and assists customers with questions concerning the building department

Coordinates permit logistics and ensures all necessary paperwork is obtained prior to approvals

Verifies all payments (cash / credit) received are balanced on a daily basis against the cash sheet and audits associated reports to ensure all GL codes match permits

Verifies registered and certified contractor licensing

Develops and maintains relationships with builders/contractors to identify issues in permit applications and applies basic principles to assist the applicant in conforming to city standards

Performs all administrative and planning technician activities

Attends mandatory training sessions, proactively works with supervisor to schedule ride-a-long training with inspectors to gain insight on requirements for handling inspection inquiries and works on continuous process improvement initiatives

Performs related work as required

Qualification

Customer service experienceData entry experienceBuilding plans knowledgeMicrosoft Office proficiencyCertified Permit TechnicianInterpersonal communicationCollaboration skills

Required

High School diploma or equivalency

One (1) to three (3) years' experience of customer service and data entry. Must have some experience with building plans or

An equivalent combination of education and/or experience

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population

Ability to obtain Certified Permit Technician through the International Code Conference (ICC) within one year of appointment

Benefits

Multiple health insurance plans administered by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield with low employee premiums, deductibles, and co-insurance (view our benefits summaries for more information: [Choice Plan](https://cms8.revize.com/revize/cedarrapids/document_center/HR/Benefits/Benefit%20Summaries/2025/Non%20Bargaining%20Benefit%20Summary%20Choice%20Plan%20-%201.1.25.pdf) and [Traditional Plan](https://cms8.revize.com/revize/cedarrapids/document_center/HR/Benefits/Benefit%20Summaries/2025/Non%20Bargaining%20Benefit%20Summary%20Traditional%20Plan%20-%201.1.25.pdf))

Expansive Wellness Program and low cost onsite exercise facilities

Dental Insurance with Delta Dental of Iowa

100% city paid basic life insurance

Other voluntary benefits offered including vision, long-term disability, and supplemental life insurance

IPERS Retirement - Iowa Public Employees Retirement System, with contributions of 6.29% employee/ 9.44% City [(IPERS)](https://ipers.org/sites/default/files/publication_2021-03/Welcome%20Regular%208-27-19_0.pdf)

Deferred Compensation (IRS Section 457) retirement programs

Generous paid time off AND 11 paid holidays per year

Paid Parental Leave program with 4 weeks of paid time off

Annual salary increases, AND an annual across-the-board increase (determined by available budget)

Longevity Pay for years of service

Educational assistance up to $3,000 per year

A culture that is supportive and committed to professional development opportunities

Public Service Loan Forgiveness – Employees may qualify for the PSLF program which forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for a qualifying employer. [See more information here](https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service)