Clerk I

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Department : Building Codes

Pay : $14.54

This document is not a contract of employment. Employment is at-will.

Employees of the County of Laurens and applicants for employment shall be afforded equal opportunity in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, political affiliation, national origin, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, or age.

Reasonable accommodation(s) may be available to employees or applicants of this position under the ADA / ADAA if given prior notice by the employee or applicant.

The information contained within this document indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed by an employee within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or work required of employees assigned to this position.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

To provide administrative and clerical support essential for the department to function effectively. The position serves as the Primary point of contact with the public, processing permits, managing records, and ensuring that all administrative procedures comply with local ordinance.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provides information about permit procedures and building codes to the public, contractors, and developers via phone, email or in person.
• Receives, reviews, and processes building permit applications.
• Issues permits after they have received the required review from the Building Official or inspector.
• Check applications for accuracy and ensure all necessary documents are submitted.
• Calculates and collects fees, records payments, and prepares deposits.
• Enter and track permit information in the database.
• Maintains departmental files, both physical and digital (scanning and shredding)
• Routes plans to appropriate personnel for review and communicates comments back to applicants.
• Maintains accurate records of all permits and related documents.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements :

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent with one to two years of experience in clerical or secretarial work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.