Washington County, OR
Senior Building Permit Technician
Washington County, OR, Hillsboro, Oregon, United States, 97104
Position Overview
The Planning and Development Services Division for the Department of Land Use and Transportation (LUT) is looking to fill a Senior Building Permit Technician position. The Senior Building Permit Technician is the first point of contact for customers and sets up and issues permits daily, helps schedule inspections, and answers questions regarding the building process. They provide technical support to customers by assisting them with navigating the County's permit tracking and electronic plan review systems. The Technician works the front counter at least once a week helping customers who come to the office for assistance.
Responsibilities
Provide customers with comprehensive, accurate and efficient service for requests and inquiries related to the building process.
Accept and process building permit applications from the public.
Review applications and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness of the building permit.
Determine the correct permit type needed and issue all types of building permits received by fax, mail, online, email, and at the customer service counter.
Provide technical assistance via phone calls and customer service counter regarding the application process.
Manage all public records pertaining to all permit types; prepare, maintain, organize and update department files and records; search and compile information.
Accurately enter data into the computer tracking software database system.
Monitor the permit review process by setting up applications and reviewing plans as well as tracking applications through the approval process and permit tracking system.
Ideal Candidate
Versatile: team player who can also work independently, comfortable in a fast‑paced work environment and can handle change constructively and positively.
Customer‑centric: enjoys working in a customer service environment and serving the public.
Ambitious: self‑motivated, organized, and pays attention to detail.
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years of experience performing journey‑level work in the review of building plans and processing of permit applications utilizing an automated permit tracking system,
OR
Associate degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, Planning, Urban Studies, Public Administration, or a related field,
AND
Three (3) years of public contact work experience related to land use regulations, the land development process, or public improvement construction.
Additional Requirements
Ability to arrange timely transportation to attend appointments and meetings at locations throughout the State of Oregon.
Possession of International Code Council (ICC) permit technician certification.
Veterans Preference If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources at 503‑846‑8606, or e‑mail Careers@WashingtonCountyOR.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you need accommodation.
Equal Opportunity Employer Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit‑based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities.
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Responsibilities
Provide customers with comprehensive, accurate and efficient service for requests and inquiries related to the building process.
Accept and process building permit applications from the public.
Review applications and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness of the building permit.
Determine the correct permit type needed and issue all types of building permits received by fax, mail, online, email, and at the customer service counter.
Provide technical assistance via phone calls and customer service counter regarding the application process.
Manage all public records pertaining to all permit types; prepare, maintain, organize and update department files and records; search and compile information.
Accurately enter data into the computer tracking software database system.
Monitor the permit review process by setting up applications and reviewing plans as well as tracking applications through the approval process and permit tracking system.
Ideal Candidate
Versatile: team player who can also work independently, comfortable in a fast‑paced work environment and can handle change constructively and positively.
Customer‑centric: enjoys working in a customer service environment and serving the public.
Ambitious: self‑motivated, organized, and pays attention to detail.
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years of experience performing journey‑level work in the review of building plans and processing of permit applications utilizing an automated permit tracking system,
OR
Associate degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, Planning, Urban Studies, Public Administration, or a related field,
AND
Three (3) years of public contact work experience related to land use regulations, the land development process, or public improvement construction.
Additional Requirements
Ability to arrange timely transportation to attend appointments and meetings at locations throughout the State of Oregon.
Possession of International Code Council (ICC) permit technician certification.
Veterans Preference If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources at 503‑846‑8606, or e‑mail Careers@WashingtonCountyOR.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you need accommodation.
Equal Opportunity Employer Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit‑based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities.
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