Permit Technician Specialist
Salary
See Position Description
Location
Clayton - St. Louis County, MO
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2026-00160
Department
Transportation and Public Works - PW Code Enforcement
Opening Date
05/11/2026
Closing Date
5/25/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
Make a Difference in Your Community
This position will be assigned to work in the Department of Transportation and Public Works, Code Enforcement Division, in Clayton, Missouri. The Permit Technician Specialist is responsible for resolving citizen permit processing inquiries via phone call, desktop applications, or in-person requests.
Independent decision-making without review by a superior, the high consequences of error for inaccurate work, and the knowledge and application of governing statutes, ordinances and codes distinguishes this from OA45 - Permit Technician Assistant.
Competitive Average Salary: Typical starting salary for this role is in the range $16.39 - $19.67 per hour, depending on your experience and qualifications.
Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a robust benefits package and generous Paid Time Off (PTO). Learn more about St. Louis County benefits: Competitive Benefits - St. Louis County Website
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: We participate in this program to support your financial future. Learn more about the program: Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid
Examples of Duties
Essential Function Examples:
Answer and remediate any type of inbound citizen request for permit website navigation, e-permit portal, application and related forms for building, electrical, land disturbance, mechanical, plumbing and occupancy
Identify proper permit type requirements, plan review, property research, fees and related tasks for permit processing
Moderate Permit Application Center (PAC) verification for collaborating County departments or outside agencies review
Provide assistance to lower-level employees and the general public
Locate, maintain and update information maintained in software applications
Conduct outbound customer service for permit concerns, approval and fee notifications
May have independent work assignments not associated with others work
Maintain filing, scanning and records
Perform other duties as required or assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Equivalent to a high school diploma or GED equivalent
Two years of related work experience
Minimum age 18 years old
Preference may be given to applicants as follows:
Public sector work experience
Customer service focused
Working knowledge of the Countys permit website
Understanding of the Countys permit types
Additional Information
SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicants education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.
The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job-related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicants earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept on-line applications.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Fax: (314) 615-7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov
St. Louis County offers its employees many excellent benefits with paid medical insurance, 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority, and 11-12 paid holidays. Employees hired for full time employment will participate in the St. Louis County retirement plan where they contribute 4% of their salary to the defined benefit plan with vesting after 7 years. Other benefits include: paid life insurance, a credit union, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, pre-tax premium pay plan, dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans, and short and long term disability insurance.
In addition to these benefits, as of January 1, 2023, St. Louis County approved up to 480 hours of paid parental leave for eligible employees welcoming new children, either by birth or adoption. The employee can also take up to 80 hours of leave for prenatal care and up to 80 hours for care of the child within the first year.
Please click https://stlouiscountymo.gov/saint-louis-county-missouri-careers/competitive-benefits/to view all of our benefits.
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I understand that, in order to be further considered for this position, my application must be thoroughly completed and reflect all relevant education and work experience.
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Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent?
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What related work experience do you have that would be transferable to this job opportunity? Please provide brief details of this experience.
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Are you 18 years old or older?
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What is your idea of exceptional customer service?
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Do you have public sector work experience?
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What is your knowledge of the Countys permit types?
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Please provide any previous work experience you have had with St. Louis County Government including roles you held and the dates of employment. Further, please explain the reason(s) for your departure from the organization. If this does not apply to you, simply enter NA.
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Employer St. Louis County
Address 41 South Central
7th Floor
St. Louis, Missouri, 63105
Phone 314-615-5429
Website http://www.stlouiscountymo.gov