Building Permit Technician I / II

THE POSITION

Washington County's Department of Land Use and Transportation is currently looking to hire a Building Permit Technician I / II!

The Planning and Development Services Division for the Department of Land Use and Transportation (LUT) is looking to fill a Building Permit Technician position. The Building Permit Technician is the first point of contact for our customers and sets up and issues permits daily, helps customers schedule inspections, and answers questions regarding the building process. They also provide technical support to customers by assisting them with navigating the County's permit tracking and electronic plan review systems. The Building Permit Technician (BPT) works the front counter at least twice a week, helping customers who come to the office for assistance.

Don't have an ICC Permit Technician certification? That's OK!

The position is budgeted at the Building Permit Technician (BPT) II, journey level which requires a possession of International Code Council (ICC) permit technician certification. However, LUT is happy to underfill the position at the BPT I, entry level, depending on the candidate pool and the business needs. If hired as a BPT I,

LUT will pay for your training to help you become a BPT II. Incumbents in an "underfill" position are hired with the expectation that they will progress to the Journey-Level Building Permit II within two years through flexible staffing. Those incumbents must be actively enrolled in a "Permit Technician study course : How to study for the ICC Permit Technician Certification test" within one (1) year of employment. Underfill positions require the ICC permit technician certification within two (2) years of employment.

The Ideal Candidate will be

• Versatile : They are a team player who can also work independently. You are comfortable in a fast-paced work environment and can handle change in a constructive and positive manner.
• Customer-centric : They enjoy working in a customer service environment and serving the public.
• Ambitious : They are self-motivated, organized, and pay attention to detail.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

To learn more about the Building Permit Technician II role, essential duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities, click Here.

To learn more about the Building Permit Technician I role, essential duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities, click here.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Building Permit Technician (BPT) II

BPT II Minimum Qualifications :

ADDITIONAL LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND SPECIALTY REQUIREMENTS

Building Permit Technician (BPT) I

BPT I Minimum Qualifications

ADDITIONAL LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND SPECIALTY REQUIREMENTS

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Selection Process

Status of Your Application

You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings.

Our commitment to you

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. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.

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 , or e-mail : at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.

Questions Regarding This Recruitment

Contact Brighton Bohnenkamp, Talent Acquisition Business Partner at

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