What is the salary range of Permit Officer?

As of December 01, 2024, the average annual pay of Permit Officer in Detroit, MI is $71,843. While Salary.com is seeing that Permit Officer salary in Detroit, MI can go up to $94,185 or down to $46,669, but most earn between $58,666 and $83,538. 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 Detroit, MI. The base salary for Permit Officer ranges from $58,666 to $83,538 with the average base salary of $71,843. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $59,832 to $87,141 with the average total cash compensation of $73,750.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $71,843 $58,666 - $83,538
Bonus $1,907 $1,166 - $3,603
Total Pay $73,750 $59,832 - $87,141
* 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 Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Dearborn, MI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,847 - $83,795 COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Dearborn Heights, MI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,815 - $83,750 COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Livonia, MI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,661 - $83,530 COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Taylor, MI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,754 - $83,662 COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Westland, MI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,219 - $84,325 COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Southfield, MI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,722 - $83,618 COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
See salaries for Permit Officer in locations close to Detroit, MI. Pay for the same job may vary based on the location and on the location and on other factors such as the size of company, the industry, and other local conditions.
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Permit Coordinator LOCATION Detroit, MI MINIMUM SALARY $41,282 MAXIMUM SALARY $56,511
JOB TITLE Permit Specialist LOCATION Detroit, MI MINIMUM SALARY $41,290 MAXIMUM SALARY $56,520
JOB TITLE Permit Administrator LOCATION Detroit, MI MINIMUM SALARY $41,300 MAXIMUM SALARY $56,600
JOB TITLE Permit Manager LOCATION Detroit, MI MINIMUM SALARY $116,526 MAXIMUM SALARY $158,677
JOB TITLE Permit Clerk LOCATION Detroit, MI MINIMUM SALARY $29,956 MAXIMUM SALARY $37,779
JOB TITLE Permit Technician LOCATION Detroit, MI MINIMUM SALARY $75,149 MAXIMUM SALARY $98,012
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