Building Inspection Department Clerk

Job Title: Inspection Department Clerk

Classification: Non Exempt

Job Summary:

Perform a variety of clerical duties for the Permit Department, including issuance of permits, working with contractors, and responding to the public inquiries at the counter, on the telephone, and via email. Works independently, performing regular and recurring clerical duties according to applicable Town ordinances and following established procedures and practices.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• One year experience in secretarial and clerical work
• Working knowledge of data processing and permitting procedures preferred
• Some construction experience preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Skill and Ability Requirements:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, supervisor and co-workers
• Ability to make decisions based on verified criteria
• Works independently
• Ability to make change and handle money
• General understanding of construction terminology

Essential Job Functions:

• Main phone attendant; provide customer assistance
• Administer and maintain current building, electrical, plumbing, gas and HVAC licenses, insurance, records, renewals regarding same
• Perform administrative and clerical duties and receive the public regarding questions pertaining to permits, building requirements/restrictions, answer questions regarding ordinance violations, signage requirements/restrictions and other Town regulations or requirements
• Compose, edit and maintain a variety of correspondence, reports, documents, etc., and fax, copy as required
• Administer and maintain all current residential and commercial files in an efficient well organized manner
• Create new files and keep filing up to date weekly
• Review, revise and update all forms and applications as necessary and/or required
• Schedule all inspections as requested and maintain a log of inspections
• Prepare requests for reimbursement for out of pocket expenses
• Inventory office supplies periodically, order as required or requested and store all materials in their proper place
• Contact Town Counsel on legal matters as requested
• Prepare legal notices/citations
• Manage daily money received from permits
• Make weekly deposits to the Town Treasurer
• Maintain a log of all accounts receivable

Updated 1/19/2023

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.88 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Berkley, MA 02779: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location