Job Title: Permit Clerk
Department: EDS
Pay Grade: 206
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
The Permit Clerk is responsible for the issuance of building and trade permits for new and existing buildings, scheduling of inspections and the performance of a variety of administrative duties in support of department operations.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Issues building and trade permits as well as permits for residential additions, roofing and miscellaneous projects.
- Sets up department files when permits are issued for single-family homes, additions, renovations, commercial renovations and upfits; forwards files to the inspection office.
- Assists the Building Compliance Specialist with assigning reported incidents and organizing documentation for court hearings.
- Assists Permit Technicians with processing residential and commercial building permits.
- Checks contractors licenses for validity; maintains contractor information on department's computer system.
- Assists the Office Manager with daily revenue reports when necessary.
- Works closely, when necessary, with other members of the Building Inspection and Planning Divisions.
- Performs a variety of clerical support duties including faxing, filing, e-mailing, etc. as required.
- Assists contractors, architects and trades people with all aspects of the department's permit process.
- Works closely with inspectors and all department inspection personnel.
- Assists the public and attorneys with research of building permit records and provides copies as requested.
- Performs other related assigned duties.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:
- High School diploma and one (1) year of prior work experience in an office setting;
- Or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Valid South Carolina Driver's License
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of building industry;
- Knowledge of department inspection and permit operations;
- Knowledge of the application of office software (word processing and spread sheet applications);
- Skill in the use of written and communication;
- Skill in data processing;
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a detailed and accurate manner;
- Ability to deal with disgruntled members of the public in a tactful manner.
To deliver superior performance in a manner that is distinctive and impactful to each person served and that establishes a standard for quality that endures for generations.