What are the responsibilities and job description for the Permit Specialist (Infrastructure Management) position at CHARLES COUNTY GOVERNMENT?
Summary
Charles County Government is seeking a dynamic Permit Specialist in the Department of Planning & Growth Management - Infrastructure Management Division. The Specialist will perform technical and administrative permit work for the County's Planning and Growth Management Department.
Essential Job Functions
Processes permit applications by accepting, reviewing, and processing for completeness; routing to appropriate staff/agencies for review; monitoring application progress; issuing permits; and assigning required inspections.
Assists customers and staff with the technical components of the application submission process.
Verifies, enters, and prepares permit invoices. Notifies applicates of pending invoices and tracks invoices through payment.
Prepares comment letters for review by Engineers or the Engineering Supervisor.
Coordinates variance requests.
Verifies that projects have obtained all necessary approvals before issuing permits.
Coordinates the stamping of final approval on approved plans.
Coordinates plan review extension as needed.
Provides guidance in completing various permit applications and forms, making sure applicants understand the permitting process, review timelines, and the necessary information and attachments required to submit a complete and accurate permit application.
Responds to inquiries from architects, contractors, builders, and the pubic; explains and interprets requirements and restrictions. Directs applicants to appropriate agencies/reviewers, as necessary.
Performs database entry and record keeping.
Serves as a point of contact for inquiries from the contracted third-party plan reviewers.
Assists with locating permit records and providing documentation in response to Public Information Act requests.
Coordinates with other staff to ensure efficient permit workflows and timely processing or permits.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Education and Experience:
Administrative Associate’s degree and two (2) years of related office administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training.
Licenses or Certifications:
None.
Special Requirements/Qualifications:
Work is subject to frequent interruptions.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of modern office procedures and practices including the operation of common office appliances such as desktop computers.
Ability to follow established policies, procedures, and customer service standards.
Ability to carry out daily assignments, follow through on matters, and use independent judgment and training to take appropriate actions to deal with standard and varying situations.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to maintain files and records.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others encountered in the work.
Ability to manage a wide range of duties in a timely and effective manner, including timely permit processing and routing during periods of frequent interruptions.
Additional Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is sedentary with frequent periods of light physical activity and is performed in office surroundings. Typical positions require workers to walk or stand for long periods; lift and carry up to 20 pounds; climb stairs, bend, reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; and use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards. The work requires the ability to speak normally and to use normal or aided vision and hearing.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Principal duties of this job are performed in a general office environment.
Department/Division: Planning and Growth Management/Infrastructure Management
Pay Grade: 110
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Telework Eligible: Yes
Reports to: Engineering Supervisor
Supervises: None
BENEFITS SUMMARY
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Charles County Government PAYS 70% of cost: Blue Choice Advantage and HMO Open Access plans, including prescription and vision coverage. CareFirst and Delta for dental coverage.
Flexible Spending Account
Provides medical and dependent care options.
Supplemental Income Products
Accident Policy, Critical Illness Policy, and Hospital Indemnity Policy.
Long Term Disability Insurance
No charge to employee. The benefit pays 60% of salary at date of disability, up to $5,000/month.
Life Insurance
No charge to employees (valued at 1.5x the annual salary, not to exceed $250,000). Supplemental insurance and dependent life insurance are available for an additional cost. Term and whole life policies available.
Pension Plan (Defined Benefit Retirement Plan) 401(a) Plan — Must work minimum 37.5 hrs/week. Participation is mandatory.
Deferred Compensation Plan
457(b) Governmental Plan — Available to all employees, regardless of hours worked.
Employee Leave
- Charles County Government full-time employees earn annual, sick, and paid time off (PTO).
- The County currently recognizes 20 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
- Away from work programs like paid parental leave and FMLA are available to employees.
Transfer of Sick Leave
New hires may be eligible to receive credit for up to 400 hours of sick leave from their previous employer when they begin employment.
Work Schedules
- Most work weeks are 37.5 hrs, and some positions may offer the opportunity for flexible work schedules or allow telework.
Additional Fringe Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement for full-time employees upon completion of probation period
- Discounted, Onsite Childcare at a County Government facility.
- House Keys 4 Employee Program offers assistance to full-time employees who are first-time homebuyers.
- Free, Employee Wellness Programs
- Legal Resources (prepaid benefit)
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (free, short-term counseling)
Benefits eligibility is for employees who work 30 hours or more per week unless otherwise noted. Effective: March 1, 2026
Salary : $53,453 - $93,544