Permit Technician III (Planning - Building & Safety)

Position Summary

Perform a variety of lead functions in the Building Safety permitting section. Provide lead support to Building Safety staff, inspectors, contractors and developers. Provide information regarding City of Albuquerque code reviews and inspection requirements. Coordinate scheduling and provide communication necessary for the proper enforcement of all department codes, policies, and regulations. Serve as the main point of contact for all submittals and communications related to permit applications, resubmittals and permit closeouts; accept permit applications, determines type of application, accepts revisions, routes review material, and completes necessary documentation. Coordinate permit intake process with building and clerical support staff. Coordinate with plan review staff to ensure all steps are met for the issuance of construction permits and Certificates of Occupancy; monitor the progress of permit applications including identifying and researching problems that need correcting, and perform follow-up as needed.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include, but are not limited to thefunctions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of thejob with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Perform a variety of lead support functions in the field of construction permitting and inspections.
• Conduct research for permit applications, contractor licenses and certificates of occupancy, via electronic or manual means.
• Monitor all permit and inspection requests through the entire process; including completeness check, expediting the review process and follow-up, to ensure permits are not delayed.
• Receive, review and evaluate a variety of applications and proposals for accuracy and completeness; schedule projects for review; monitor and maintain logs of permit applications.
• Issue building, boiler, electric, plumbing/mechanical, general permits, and certificates of occupancy; inform project applicants of City of Albuquerque requirements, processes and deadlines.
• Review and update computerized database for permit review.
• Provide assistance to plan reviewers in reviewing plans to ensure compliance with laws, codes and ordinances; assist in the preparation of reports and other materials.
• Process payments and refunds for departmental-related fees; scan documents for storage in electronic management database.
• Coordinate with Permit Manager to expedite the review of special projects; identify instances where review schedules are not being met by review team; provide assisting in resolving issues.
• Provide information to the public; independently research information; interpret data and explain requirements, regulations and procedures; assist with inquiries pertaining to permitting and inspections.
• Compile, prepare and maintain a variety of reports.
• Receive, screen and route complex telephone calls for the Building Safety staff relay information.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare letters, memos, reports and meeting materials as it relates to public meetings, committee meetings and/or hearings.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

High school diploma or GED; and

Five (5) years of administrative support or field experience related to any combination of the following areas:

• building safety practices and procedures
• general construction

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of or ability to obtain an International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Permit Technician within six (6) months from date of hire.

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Office environment; work at centralized public counter; work with computer and office equipment; work closely with others.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time.