A local government agency is seeking a detail-oriented Permit Technician to join their team! This is a fast-paced office position that plays a key role in supporting planning and zoning operations, permit processing, public inquiries, and departmental recordkeeping. The ideal candidate will have strong customer service, administrative, and math skills, along with the ability to multitask and maintain accuracy in a high-volume environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to telephone and in-person inquiries regarding permits, planning and zoning applications, and development-related processes.
• Assist applicants by explaining requirements, procedures, and regulations related to permits and planning requests.
• Accept, review, process, and issue permits and applications.
• Review permit applications and supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Provide information regarding site plans, setbacks, easements, restrictions, variances, and related development requirements.
• Prepare and maintain planning and zoning case files, legal notices, agendas, reports, and official correspondence.
• Coordinate public hearing materials and distribute information to boards, commissions, and department staff.
• Calculate, collect, process, and reconcile permit and application fees.
• Prepare daily deposits and maintain accurate financial records and reports.
• Process permit documentation, refunds, monthly reports, and permanent records.
• Update and maintain department databases with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Accept citizen complaints, create case files, and prepare documentation for Code Compliance review.
• Coordinate inspection requests with contractors, installers, property owners, utility providers, and department personnel.
• Review residential and commercial permit applications, including building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, structural, and wastewater permit documentation.
• Read and interpret residential site plans to determine compliance with established guidelines.
• Process planning and zoning applications, including:
  • Rezoning requests
  • Variances
  • Conditional Use Permits
  • Home Occupations
  • Subdivision Plats
  • Administrative Subdivisions
  • Renewals and related applications

Qualifications

• Strong math and analytical skills required.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced office environment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Experience working with records, financial transactions, or permit processing is preferred.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Proficiency with computers and standard office equipment.

Full Time Evaluation Hire Position

M-F 7:45 am - 4:45 pm

$18.23 / hour

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• Call Today to schedule an interview 417-887-5900
• Send Resume to Jobs.SpringfieldMO@ExpressPros.com
• Apply online at www.expresspros.com/SpringfieldMO

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