Permit Technician I/II - City of Walnut Creek, CA
Walnut Creek, CA
About the Job
The City of Walnut Creek is seeking one full-time Permit Technician I or II to join the Building Division of the Community Development Department. The City will fill this position at either level depending on the needs of the department and the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected.
Salary
The current salary range for a Permit Technician I is $74,292 to $90,302 annually and $81,732 to $99,345 for a Permit Technician II. Placement in the position and range will depend on qualifications.
Closing Date
The closing date for this recruitment is Thursday, October 31, 2024, at 5:00 PM PST.
What’s great about this opportunity:
About the City
Spanning 19.5 square miles, the community’s sprawling landscapes, warm weather, diverse dining options, and thriving shopping district make Walnut Creek a suburban oasis with an urban flair. With a rare blend of 2,800 acres of open space, a vibrant downtown, a business park, premier healthcare facilities and a performing arts center, Walnut Creek offers something for everyone!
The City of Walnut Creek is committed to values of respect, integrity, excellence, teamwork, and creativity. CARE, the City’s robust award-winning employee engagement initiative, focuses on three key areas: providing career development opportunities; promoting connections among employees; and supporting employee health and wellness.
About the Department and Division
The Community Development Department exists to enhance the community’s safety, welfare, economic opportunities, and quality of life. The Department works closely with two City Commissions made up of residents and community members. They guide long range planning efforts and make discretionary decisions.
The Building Division performs plan checks, issues building permits, and provides inspection services for building construction and electrical, plumbing, and mechanical installations. The team also responds to complaints concerning building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical code compliance.
The Permit Center is responsible for all aspects of the building permit process, including processing and routing of applications and revisions; issuing permits; maintaining applied, issued, expired, and canceled permits; and providing timely reporting of permit information to the public.
About the Position
Permit Technicians are responsible for performing a variety of administrative and technical duties in support of the services and activities of the development review function. While serving the public the Permit Technician responds to technical questions requiring general knowledge of Building codes and City policies and procedures. A Permit Technician works closely and collaboratively with outside agencies, in addition to working with internal departments to achieve a common goal of permit issuance.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have experience providing direct support and outstanding customer service to the public and internal customers; will be a quick learner who is pro-active, shows initiative, and is technologically proficient; and is able to multi-task within a fast-paced office environment.
Salary
The current salary range for a Permit Technician I is $74,292 to $90,302 annually and $81,732 to $99,345 for a Permit Technician II. Placement in the position and range will depend on qualifications.
Closing Date
The closing date for this recruitment is Thursday, October 31, 2024, at 5:00 PM PST.
What’s great about this opportunity:
- Work with a great team that is passionate about collaboration and customer service;
- Supportive management that values teamwork, creativity, and professional growth; and
- Flexible and hybrid work schedule options are available.
About the City
Spanning 19.5 square miles, the community’s sprawling landscapes, warm weather, diverse dining options, and thriving shopping district make Walnut Creek a suburban oasis with an urban flair. With a rare blend of 2,800 acres of open space, a vibrant downtown, a business park, premier healthcare facilities and a performing arts center, Walnut Creek offers something for everyone!
The City of Walnut Creek is committed to values of respect, integrity, excellence, teamwork, and creativity. CARE, the City’s robust award-winning employee engagement initiative, focuses on three key areas: providing career development opportunities; promoting connections among employees; and supporting employee health and wellness.
About the Department and Division
The Community Development Department exists to enhance the community’s safety, welfare, economic opportunities, and quality of life. The Department works closely with two City Commissions made up of residents and community members. They guide long range planning efforts and make discretionary decisions.
The Building Division performs plan checks, issues building permits, and provides inspection services for building construction and electrical, plumbing, and mechanical installations. The team also responds to complaints concerning building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical code compliance.
The Permit Center is responsible for all aspects of the building permit process, including processing and routing of applications and revisions; issuing permits; maintaining applied, issued, expired, and canceled permits; and providing timely reporting of permit information to the public.
About the Position
Permit Technicians are responsible for performing a variety of administrative and technical duties in support of the services and activities of the development review function. While serving the public the Permit Technician responds to technical questions requiring general knowledge of Building codes and City policies and procedures. A Permit Technician works closely and collaboratively with outside agencies, in addition to working with internal departments to achieve a common goal of permit issuance.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have experience providing direct support and outstanding customer service to the public and internal customers; will be a quick learner who is pro-active, shows initiative, and is technologically proficient; and is able to multi-task within a fast-paced office environment.
Job Type: Regular
Agency: Community Development
Location: Walnut Creek
Source : City of Walnut Creek, CA
