NEOGOV · 2 weeks ago
Senior Building Permit Technician
San Rafael, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$84K/yr - $102K/yr
2+ years expThe County of Marin is dedicated to fostering healthy and equitable communities, and they are seeking a Senior Building Permit Technician to ensure a smooth and efficient permit process. This role involves providing leadership at the permit counter, coordinating building permit applications, and delivering exceptional customer service to residents and professionals.
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Responsibilities
Working under the general supervision of the Community Development Agency Permit Services Supervisor for Building and Safety, the Senior Building Permit Technician plays a key role in ensuring a smooth and efficient permit process
This position provides leadership and guidance to staff at the Building & Safety permit counter, supports the tracking and coordination of building permit applications, and works closely with other divisions, departments, and agencies to maintain timely responses to submissions
Beyond technical expertise, the Senior Building Permit Technician serves as a vital point of contact for the public, delivering clear information, problem-solving support, and exceptional customer service to residents, contractors, and design professionals
By combining strong technical knowledge with a customer-focused approach, this role helps foster positive community interactions and upholds the County’s commitment to responsive, high-quality service
Qualification
Required
Two years of experience reviewing building plans and processing building permits and inspection reports
ICC certification as Building Permit Technician is required at time of hire
Knowledge of industry wide building permit processing requirements, including the needs of local government, as well as the needs and expectations of permit customers
Knowledge of applicable policies, procedures, rules, regulations, laws, codes and ordinances
Knowledge of basic building plans and construction practices and materials
Knowledge of basic building inspection procedures and requirements
Knowledge of office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment
Ability to provide lead direction to others
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external staff and customers
Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other staff
Ability to read and interpret building plans, related construction documents and various maps, aerial photos, drawings, reports and applications
Ability to calculate square footage, fees and penalties
Ability to interpret, explain and apply policies, procedures, codes, ordinances, laws and procedures related to the work
Ability to use computer applications related to the work
Ability to organize and prioritize work and follow up assignments
Ability to organize and maintain accurate files and records
Preferred
Coursework and/or trade school classes in construction technology, reviewing building plans, and processing building permits and inspection reports is highly desired
Benefits
Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan: Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement: Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan: Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical: The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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