Permit Clerk

Full Salary Range for this position is $43,272 - $59,697

Target hiring range $43,272 - $49,925

Deadline for applications is 5:00PM on Friday, April 17th

The City of Azle is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Permit Clerk.

This nonexempt Full Time position reports to the Director of Planning and Development, and is responsible for performing work related to the issuance of construction permits; reviewing and approving over the counter and miscellaneous permits, assisting with processing of new residential and commercial permits for review, performing receptionist functions, maintaining records, and performing other work as assigned.

If the additional information about this opportunity below peaks your interest, and if your experience, skills, and qualifications are a strong fit, please consider applying to join our team in the wonderful community we serve.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Greets and assists incoming customers to the department; assists the public with questions requiring knowledge of permits, policies, procedures, and ordinances; processes residential and commercial building permit applications, and others including certificates of occupancy, signs, special events, and garage sales; enters data into computer to enable issuance of permits; processes approved permits and notifies applicants when ready for issuance; answers incoming phone calls and writes letters and/or e-mail messages; receives and processes contractor registration forms; operates PC and all office machines; types and files forms, charts, statements, letters, memos and other departmental monthly and annual reports.

SECONDARY JOB DUTIES

Processes rental agreements for city-owned facilities including ballfields, pavilions, and food truck park. Monitors facility rentals and schedule. Processes payments for other departments including code enforcement liens, Music In The Park sponsorships, Fire Department permits/inspections, and City Secretary’s alcohol and gaming permits. Occasionally prepares correspondence for the Parks Department.

REQUIRED CONTACTS

Communicates effectively and courteously in every area of public and employee contact, on the telephone, in person and in writing. Uses proper telephone etiquette and tact to handle all callers in a professional manner.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Must possess strong verbal, writing, and organizational skills; Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, and Word, records management software, permitting software, recreation management software, and financial software. Must have the ability to accurately handle cash and process all forms of payments, and occasional refunds. Must be neat in appearance and possess an ability to deal with customers in difficult situations. Must be people-friendly, self-motivated, detail-oriented with the ability to make independent decisions, as needed.

May be required to carry, hold, lift, push and/or pull up to 35 pounds.

Minimum Education, Experience and Certification - Must have high school diploma or equivalent. Minimum two (2) years of clerical experience in an office setting that required public contact, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

BENEFITS

Health/Dental/Disability/Term Life benefits are paid at 100% (Employee Only/Buy-Up available) , and you will be participating in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) pension plan at a rate of 7% to grow your retirement nest egg, with the City of Azle matching your contributions 2:1!

Additional supplemental offerings include Vision, Pet Discounts, Voluntary Life, Air Ambulance, LegalShield, and the availability to participate in the Voluntary Nationwide 457(B) Retirement Plan.

Free Telemedicine is provided to employees and those in their households.

Additionally, vacation and personal leave are available after six months of continuous full time service.

Incentive Pay for relevant certifications and licenses; twelve paid holidays; employee recognition and appreciation events; and a great team of co-workers makes The City of Azle an ideal place to establish or expand your career.

The City of Azle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.