What are the responsibilities and job description for the PERMIT TECHNICIAN (PART-TIME) position at City of National City, CA?
Description
THE CITY:
National City’s multi-cultural population, mild climate and central location make National City a great place to live and work. The City takes great pride in its rich history and traditions, diverse cultures, dynamic and progressive atmosphere, strong community spirit, schools, neighborhoods and vibrant business districts. National City, San Diego County’s second oldest city, is truly “In the center of it all.” National City is 10 minutes from everywhere and positioned for prosperity, with proximity to the San Diego Bay, US-Mexico border, downtown San Diego, international airport, rail, San Diego State University, and other colleges and universities. National City is circled by interstates 5 and 805, and highways 54 and 15. For more information on the City of National City, please visit our website at: www.nationalcityca.gov
THE DEPARTMENT:
The Community Development Department is comprised of three divisions including the Building, Planning and Neighborhood Services Divisions. The Department strives to provide business and resident-friendly services that promote smart development, economic prosperity, job creation and make the City of National City a safe and healthy environment for all to enjoy.
THE POSITION: Under general supervision, to provide technical and public information for all aspects of the development review process, which includes plan review, building inspection, and permit issuance; process and issue permit applications and construction plans necessary for the issuance of construction permits; approve routine permits; perform general clerical duties as required.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Employees in this position are typically scheduled Monday through Thursday.
BENEFITS:
This is a part-time, non-benefited position.
Key Responsibilities
The following duties and responsibilities are representative of those typically performed by positions assigned to this classification. Any single position may not perform all these duties and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.
- Provides information regarding construction permit requirements and housing code enforcement and related processes to developers, contractors, property owners, and the public.
- Interprets and applies specific codes, rules, and regulations related to the development review process, including building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and housing permit applications.
- Receives and performs preliminary review of construction documents.
- Calculates plan review and inspection fees for minor building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical permits.
- Issues routine permits after initial review under established procedures and guidelines such as re-roofing, electrical circuit additions, and replacement of plumbing fixtures.
- Tracks and monitors the status of development plan reviews.
- Prepares standard periodic and special reports as required.
- Researches files regarding prior actions, decisions, and development activities and other information related to the property under review.
- Performs a variety of technical and standard office support work for the function.
- Enters information into department databases.
- Maintains microfilmed records and departmental files and prepares correspondence.
- Performs minor field inspections and plan reviews; performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination equivalent to training and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Graduation from high school; AND
- One (1) year of permit issuance experience in a government agency which required the interpretation and application of rules and regulations; OR
- Four (4) years of increasingly responsible office support experience requiring application of policies, procedures, and regulations, preferably in a public agency setting.
- Possession of an International Code Council certification as a Permit Technician.
- Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS IN: Functions of a municipal Building and Safety department; general office practices and procedures; basic mathematics; computer software for word processing and spreadsheet applications.
ABILITY TO: Read and interpret rules and regulations and apply them to permit issuance procedures; perform basic mathematical computations; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative working relations; maintain accurate records of plans submitted, fees received, and work performed; prepare clear and concise correspondence and other written materials; work without close supervision in standard work situations; operate a personal computer for word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Examination Process
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Alternative Work Schedule
City employees work a 4/10 workweek, Monday through Thursday 7am to 6 pm. City offices are closed on Fridays. For Police, Fire, and Nutrition employees, work schedule may differ.
For benefit information, please click on the Memorandum of Understanding for the Municipal Employees' Association: Miscellaneous Employees'