EXHIBIT A
CLASS SPECIFICATION
CLASS TITLE:
SENIOR PERMIT TECHNICIAN
DEFINITION
:
Under general
direction
the
Senior
Permit Technician performs technical and
para
-
professional
functions related to the processing of building permits
and licenses
including
organizing, assigning
and reviewing the work of assigned staff engaged in permit processing;
reviewing building permit
applications, zoning codes and related documents to ensure completenes s
;
calculating and
collecting fees;
minor plan review;
and providing information to the public.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is the advanced
journey l
evel
classification
in the Permit Technician series
.
Positions at this
level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, by the amount of time spent
performing the duties, and by the nature of the public contact made. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series, including provision of technical and functional supervision and performa
nce of advanced journey level activities.
Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned areas of responsibility.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND SUPERVISED
:
Receives direction from an assigned supervisor or manage r.
Exercises technical and functional
lead direction
over assigned staff.
EXAMPLE
S
OF
DUTIES
:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
•
Plan, prioritize, lead, review and participate in the work of staff assigned in permit
processing
, minor plan review
,
interpretation and
application of codes and regulations,
and
customer concerns
.
•
Provide input on
schedules and methods to accomplish assi
gnments ensuring all work is
completed in a timely and efficient manner.
•
Participate in evaluating the activities of staff, recommending improvements and modifications.
•
Provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies. Prov ide
training to new and current staff on department and division processes and procedures.
•
Support and lead various process improvements including
but not limited to
application
routing,
plan checking, permit issuance,
information sharing with
contractors, developers,
engineers, architec
ts and/or the public, record keeping,
reporting, and application referrals.
•
Provide oversight,
direction,
and support to staff in the Supervisor’s absence.
•
Represent the City with dignity, integrity, and the spi rit of cooperation in all relations with
staff and the public.
•
Foster an environment that embraces integrity, service, inclusion,
and collaboration.
•
Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
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•
Build and maintain
positive working relationships with co
-
workers, other City employees and
the public using principles of good customer service.
•
Perform related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
:
Knowledge of:
•
Principles and practices of technical and functional supervis ion and training.
•
Procedures related to the processing of building permit applications.
•
Pertinent
f
ederal,
state,
and municipal codes, ordinances, and regulations related to building construction, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, heating, and gas install ations.
•
Zoning ordinances, building inspection methods and procedures.
•
Pertinent policies and procedures related to the organization and operation of the City, Division
and outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
•
Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment including relevant software programs.
•
Oral and written communication skills; business English including vocabulary, spelling, and
correct grammatical usage and punctuation.
•
Safe work practices.
•
Principles and practices of excellent customer service.
Ability to:
•
Provide technical and functional
lead direction
over assigned staff; effectively train staff.
•
Interpre
t and
communicate complex policies, rules and regulations related to permit
processing, construction drawings, blueprints,
fee applications, and permit processing
software.
•
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions and prioritize workload to meet de
adlines.
•
Read,
write,
and comprehend the English language at a level necessary for effective job performance exercising correct English usage, vocabulary, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
•
Communicate effectively,
tactfully,
and positively in both oral an
d written form.
•
Operate and use modern office equipment and technology, including computers and applicable software.
•
Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.
•
Utilize appropriate safety procedures a
nd practices for assigned duties.
•
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including colleagues, outside partner agencies,
and citizens
.
•
Contribute effectively to the accomplishments of City goals, o
bjectives,
and activities.
Education and Experience:
A
ny combination of
education
,
experience
, and training
that would provide the
best qualified
candidates.
A typical way
to obtain the
knowledge
, skills,
and abilities
would be
:
Possession of the equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university
with major coursework
in building construction, technical engineering, architecture, planning
or
another field of study applicable to the responsibilities and re quirements of this job class.
Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience performing comparable journey level duties in a
community development, building permitting or building inspection
environment which
requires interaction with individual
s from diverse backgrounds. Experience providing indirect leadership is desired.
Experience working with CRW Trakit permitting software is highly desirable.
Special Requirements:
Possession
at time of hire and continued maintenance of a
valid California
Class C driver’s license
is required
.
Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician
Certification
is
required
.
Possession of an
International Code Council (ICC)
Residential Building Certification
is
desired.
Employment Type:
Full
-
Time
Classified
Bargaining
Unit
: NCEA
FLSA
Status:
Non
-
exempt
Established:
TBD