City of Houston · 17 hours ago
Permit Technician
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expCity of Houston is seeking a Permit Technician to provide paraprofessional support in the acceptance, review, and dissemination of building permit applications. The role involves processing applications, providing information to customers, and maintaining permit-related files and documents.
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Responsibilities
Processes and reviews various building permit applications ensuring all required documents are included in compliance with applicable regulations
Verifies contractor's business license and insurance coverage
Submits completed permit applications and plans for plan review and inspection
Records, logs, compiles and maintains various permit related files, data, documents, plans and reports
Understands the functions of all sections of Building Code Enforcement and responds to customer questions on procedure, application requirements and status of permit application
Recognizes permit system issues and submits Service Now Tickets and/or facilitates remedies
Prepares and processes administrative documents requiring knowledge of the department's operations, policies, procedures, codes, regulations, and ordinances
Determines and calculates various permit and plan fees
Performs other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Requires a high school diploma or a GED
Two years of experience as a Permit Technician Aide or in customer service are required
An Associate degree may be substituted for the experience requirement
Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required
Preferred
Knowledge of iPermits, PDox and ILMS (Integrated Land Management System)
Knowledge in researching using GIMS, HCAD and HAS
Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for
Company
City of Houston
The city also employs over 22,000 full-time staff to keep the city running.
10001+ employees
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