What is the salary range of Permit Officer?

As of December 01, 2024, the average annual pay of Permit Officer in Charleston, SC is $67,710. While Salary.com is seeing that Permit Officer salary in Charleston, SC can go up to $88,766 or down to $43,984, but most earn between $55,291 and $78,731. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Permit Officer in the United States.

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What is a Permit Officer?

A Permit Officer is responsible for reviewing and processing permit applications for various construction, development, and land use projects. They ensure that all applications comply with local, state, and federal regulations and zoning laws. Permit Officers also conduct site inspections, communicate with applicants to gather necessary information, and issue permits once all requirements are met. Additionally, they may provide guidance and assistance to applicants throughout the permit application process and maintain accurate records of all permits issued. Strong attention to detail, knowledge of building codes and regulations, and excellent communication skills are essential for this role.

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Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Permit Officer in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Permit Officer in Charleston, SC. The base salary for Permit Officer ranges from $55,291 to $78,731 with the average base salary of $67,710. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $56,389 to $82,127 with the average total cash compensation of $69,507.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $67,710 $55,291 - $78,731
Bonus $1,797 $1,099 - $3,396
Total Pay $69,507 $56,389 - $82,127
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Charleston, SC
CITY, STATE North Charleston, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,270 - $78,701 COMPARE TO Charleston, SC
CITY, STATE Mount Pleasant, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,270 - $78,701 COMPARE TO Charleston, SC
CITY, STATE Goose Creek, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,188 - $78,585 COMPARE TO Charleston, SC
CITY, STATE Summerville, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,025 - $78,353 COMPARE TO Charleston, SC
CITY, STATE Hilton Head Island, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,336 - $77,371 COMPARE TO Charleston, SC
CITY, STATE Sumter, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,043 - $74,107 COMPARE TO Charleston, SC
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Permit Coordinator LOCATION Charleston, SC MINIMUM SALARY $38,906 MAXIMUM SALARY $53,259
JOB TITLE Permit Specialist LOCATION Charleston, SC MINIMUM SALARY $38,910 MAXIMUM SALARY $53,260
JOB TITLE Permit Administrator LOCATION Charleston, SC MINIMUM SALARY $39,000 MAXIMUM SALARY $53,300
JOB TITLE Permit Manager LOCATION Charleston, SC MINIMUM SALARY $109,822 MAXIMUM SALARY $149,547
JOB TITLE Permit Clerk LOCATION Charleston, SC MINIMUM SALARY $29,956 MAXIMUM SALARY $37,779
JOB TITLE Permit Technician LOCATION Charleston, SC MINIMUM SALARY $75,149 MAXIMUM SALARY $98,012
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