NEOGOV · 2 days ago
Permit Services Supervisor (Permit Processing)
Towson, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$72K/yr - $79K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Permit Services Supervisor for the Department of Permits, Approvals & Inspections. The role involves reviewing, processing, and approving building, electrical, and plumbing permits while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and managing documentation for permit submissions.
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Responsibilities
Accepts applications for building, water, plumbing, and electrical permits
Processes over 50 permits a day
Answers high volume of calls relating to permit applications for building, water, plumbing, and electrical permits or licenses
Explains and answers inquiries and questions from the general public on the permit process, status and fees
Reviews and tracks permit applications
Manage the preparation of all necessary documentation for permit submissions, including applications, maps, and legal descriptions
Ensure that all permitting documentation is accurate, complete, and in compliance with regulatory standards
Reviews engineering, architectural, and/or development plans as required by a particular permit, license, or statute to determine suitability for acceptance and to determine required technical review
Computes cost of permit, license, or other fee based on established guidelines as determined by content of plans or drawings. Issues building, plumbing, and electrical permits
Prepares plans for further technical review by performing routine preliminary calculations and researching additional information, such as plats, property lines, material specifications, survey or topographical maps, or soil charts
Addressing and resolving revisions, conditions, conflicts, or disputes that arise during the permitting approval process
Prepares cost estimates based on linear footage and other factual information on plans or drawings according to established schedules
Checks calculations performed by others for accuracy
Tracks applications, plans, and drawings through review process
Enters information from applications, plans, or drawings into an automated record keeping system
Assist customers with completing permits online
Performs other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field
Three years' supervisory experience in the processing and issuance of permits and licenses
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of permit and license processing
Thorough knowledge of engineering plans and specifications
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, codes, and materials of modern construction
Knowledge of office practices and procedures
Knowledge of the principles and practices of the supervision of office staff
Skill in the supervision of staff
Skill in the review and analysis of engineering plans and specifications
Skill in the computation of permit fees
Skill in the preparation of written reports and correspondence
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other agencies, and the general public
Ability to learn, interpret, and carry out County and Departmental laws, codes, regulations, and policies
Ability to coordinate the work of the bureau
Thorough knowledge of County and Departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Thorough knowledge of County permit and licensing laws and regulations
Skill in the interpretation and application of County permit and licensing laws and regulations
Skill in the supervision and coordination of a permit and license processing bureau
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position
Proof of Degree Equivalency documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org) if applicable
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Health Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Retirement
Paid Leave
Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Direct Deposit
Educational Assistance
Deferred Compensation
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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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
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