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City of Norfolk, VA · 2 weeks ago

Permit Specialist (Development Services Center)

Norfolk, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$57K/yr - $65K/yr

2+ years exp

The City of Norfolk is dedicated to providing excellent planning and enforcement services for community development. The Permit Specialist role involves reviewing construction plans for compliance with building codes, issuing permits, and providing information to the public and professionals regarding building regulations.

CommunitiesGovernmentNon Profit

No H1B

Responsibilities

Advises and answers inquiries, interprets codes, reviews plans, and explains any necessary changes for compliance with City code

Issues permits by reviewing the scope of work to be performed, reviews applications, processes the permit applications and calculates permit fees

Performs clerical duties by processing and inputting documentation, file forms and make copies. Directs and perform reception duties by directing clients to the proper department

Reviews permit applications and construction packages, calculate permit fees and charges, ensure that fees are applied, and monitor the routing through the appropriate agencies

Reviews residential building plans to ensure compliance with uniform statewide building codes

Provides building code information to the public, architects, and engineers

Issues and processes building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical permits

Reviews plans to ensure compliance with state and city code and design standards

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Building code compliancePermit processingConstruction plan reviewResidential building experienceTechnical trainingCustomer serviceClerical dutiesCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Two years of experience in the construction field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Valid Driver's License required

Certification from the State of Virginia for Residential Building Plans Examiner within 18 months of appointment

Preferred

Associate degree in building construction, structural engineering, or a closely related area and three years of experience in building construction; or any equivalent combination of training and experience