Permit Technician I
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Permit Technician
The City of Roanoke is seeking a Permit Technician to perform support and technical assistance in a customer service environment that creates a "one-stop service" to citizens, contractors, developers and departments in the review of basic building, zoning and development applications and processes. The successful applicant will process applications and requests for building, zoning and development permits, inspections and certificates/verifications such as: building, zoning, development, subdivision, signs, flood plains, electrical, amusement devices, plumbing, mechanical, certificates of occupancy, cross connection, sewer lateral/connection, street opening, fire alarm/suppression, utility/commercial, storage tank, elevators, demolition and change of use. Issues approval of selected zoning and development permit applications (i.e. minor building additions, pools, fences and decks). High school diploma or general education degree (GED) supplemented with advanced training in building and development; minimum of 2 years experience and demonstrated proficiency as Permit Technician I; must maintain ICC Permit Technician certification.
The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer.
To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community.
This is a non-exempt position.