Description Salary Range: Permit Technician: $51,825.28 - $69,451.20 Annually
Senior Permit Technician: $63,236.16 - $84,743.36 Annually
NOTE: This posting is a job series in which applications will be accepted, reviewed, and considered based on the qualifications listed on the application. The candidates that meet the minimum qualifications and best meet the City's current needs will be invited to test at the appropriate job level within the series. Only
one application needs to be submitted to be considered for this job series. Here in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have
one vacancy in the Community Development Department and
one vacancy in the Public Works Department. Community Development Department The Community Development Department is comprised of two primary areas: Development Services and Community Enhancement. Development Services is comprised of the following divisions: Planning, Building, and the Permit Center. Community Enhancement is comprised of the Housing, Code Enforcement and Economic Development divisions. The Building and Permit Center Divisions are responsible for Permit & Plan Check and Inspection activities. Permit & Plan Check is responsible for processing applications for building permits to allow construction to commence. Activities include intake of plans, checking plans to ensure the design is compliant with the California Building Code, conducting structural calculations when necessary, permit issuance, and scheduling of inspections. A range of projects from minor residential improvements to ground up construction of major commercial endeavors come through the permit counter. Permit Technicians interact daily with residents, businesses and developers.
Public Works Department The Public Works Department provides outstanding customer service and is responsible for the design, construction, maintenance, and operations of public facilities and infrastructure. This requires us to respond to requests for service, coordinate efforts with local, regional, state, and federal agencies, and working with the community in all of our efforts. Public Works manages over 30% of the city's total budget, including three enterprise funds and seven designated funds, as well as the citywide capital improvement program. The five divisions in public works are committed to providing the highest quality of service to the community. These five divisions include Engineering, Utilities, Administration, Operations and Transportation.
The Positions Senior/Permit Technicians receive, review and process plans; capture, record and maintain the information necessary to issue and receive payment for building and construction permits; and perform other duties as required within the scope of the classification. The ideal candidate will have responsible construction permit issuance experience within a government agency Community Development or Public Works department.
The Permit Technician is an entry-level position where the work is reviewed for accuracy, completeness and good public relations.
The Senior Permit Technician is a journey-level position that performs specialized clerical tasks and more complicated work related to permit and license issuance. This position is distinguished from the Permit Technician in that it functions more independently, processes more complex projects and possesses ICC certification.
Examples of Essential Duties- Provides initial information and assistance to clients regarding construction development and administrative codes
- Receives and reviews blueprints, submissions and plans for completeness and compliance with basic code requirements
- Computes, recalculates, and receives fees for permits
- Issues appropriate permits and/or prepares correspondence from the results of such reviews
- Distributes and reviews applications for permits according to department procedures and legal requirements
- Approves and issues basic permits as assigned
- Reconciles daily fee collections
- Enters, stores and receives data on a computer
- Compiles descriptive statistical reports regarding departmental activity for outside agencies and to improve internal efficiencies
- Generates and maintains accurate record keeping systems
- Receives calls, responds to emails and answers questions regarding the general permit process and permit activity
- Provides quality customer service through furnishing accurate, up-to-date information in a timely manner
- Listens and responds positively to citizen complaints
- Handles difficult interactions in a constructive manner
- Coordinates work activities with staff and acts as a liaison across divisions, departments and agencies
- Reports to work as scheduled; may work a variety of schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
- Maintains a regular and consistent attendance record
- Travels to offsite locations within and outside the City
- Performs other related duties as assigned
In addition, Senior Permit Technician
- Performs plan reviews for minor projects
- Coordinates final plan approvals and plan stamping
- Processes, quality controls, and maintains files in a document management system
- Serves as project manager for large projects from start to finish
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Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination includes:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
Experience: Permit Technician: Two (2) years of clerical experience involving the receipt, review, processing and tracking of administrative applications; experience in permit or license issuance is preferred.
Senior Permit Technician: Two (2) years of construction permit issuance experience for a government agency or equivalent.
Certifications/License: A valid California Class C driver license with an acceptable driving record required at time of appointment and during course of employment.
Permit Technician: Certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Permit Technician is preferred.
Senior Permit Technician: Certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Permit Technician is required.
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APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE - Application Review
- Examination - Applicants BEST meeting the City's needs will be invited to the virtual oral exam (weighted 100%) - tentatively scheduled for July 10, 2024.
- Selection Interview
- Background
- Appointment
Supplemental InformationThe incumbent must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job class and have mobility, balance, coordination, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed.
Work is performed in a general office environment, requiring sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time; standing and walking to retrieve work files or to other departments or office locations; leaning, bending and stooping to perform work behind a desk or to retrieve information; pushing, turning or twisting to move chair or body from desk; reaching to place or retrieve files or open file drawers or cabinets; light grasping to hold a writing instrument or documents; firm grasping as needed to lift and carry work files or operate office equipment; finger dexterity to type on a computer keyboard. Must be able to actively listen to receive instruction, and verbally communicate information in order to engage with customer base, staff, and others, in person and via telephone. Work may necessitate some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials up to 15 pounds.
Reasonable accommodation(s) for an individual with a qualified disability will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
The City of Huntington Beach offers a comprehensive benefit package to Huntington Beach Municipal Teamsters (formerly MEA) members, including:
The SALARY RANGE is composed of seven steps. Merit step increases are based on satisfactory performance.
PROMOTIONS within the City are based upon the merit system principles emphasizing individual ability and utilizing competitive examinations.
TWELVE PAID HOLIDAYS provided per year.
GENERAL LEAVE with pay of 176 hours is granted to regular full-time employees. After four years' service additional general leave hours are earned, up to 256 hours after fifteen years' service.
EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PLANS are available for eligible employees to develop their knowledge and abilities.
GROUP INSURANCE PROGRAMS are available to eligible City employees. These programs include medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurances.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS are available where employees use pre-tax salary to pay for regular child care, adult dependent care and/or medical expenses.
RETIREMENT BENEFITS are provided by the California Public Employee's Retirement System. Every regular employee becomes a member immediately upon employment. Effective January 1, 2013, the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act will apply to new members of CalPERS. A new member is defined as a new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after 1/1/13 and has no prior membership in a California public retirement system; is not eligible for reciprocity with another California public retirement system; or is rehired by a different CalPERS employer after a break in service of greater than six (6) months. All employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 will be subject to CalPERS membership review for applicability of PEPRA. Employees enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013 are considered classic members.
The benefit formula, final compensation period, and member contribution rate is as represented below:
Classic Miscellaneous Members:Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2.5% at age 55
Final Compensation Period 1-year Final Compensation
Member Contribution Rate 9.0% of Reportable Compensation
New Miscellaneous Members under PEPRA:Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2% at age 62
Final Compensation Period 3-year Final Compensation
Member Contribution Rate 8.25% of Reportable Compensation (eff. 7/1/23)
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Two voluntary deferred compensation 457 plans are available.
CREDIT UNION membership is available to all City employees and provides access to low interest loans.
FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES: Employees will have the option of working a 5/40 or 9/80 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. Employees assigned to the Police Department shall retain the option of working the 4/10 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. In order to maintain service to the public, departmental effectiveness, productivity and/or efficiency, a Department Head may assign an employee a different work schedule that is in compliance with the requirements of FLSA with City Manager approval.
An Agency Shop Agreement exists between the City of Huntington Beach and the Huntington Beach Municipal Teamsters (HBMT). As a result, employees in classifications represented by the HBMT are required, no later than 30 days after commencing employment, to either opt out or become a dues paying HBMT member. All dues are collected via payroll deduction and distributed directly to HBMT for processing.
NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.
For a more detailed overview of the benefits, review the Memorandum of Understanding and Side Letters at: MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDINGS Click on the links under "Huntington Beach Municipal Teamsters" or "Municipal Employees' Association".
Closing Date/Time: 6/21/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
