Job Description
Note to applicants:We welcome attachments to your application.Please know, however, that attachments are not visible to the initial review team.Be sure to include in the online application pertinent information that you want the review panel to consider.The completeness of your application is a factor in determining which candidates advance to the next phase of our recruitment process.Please do not contact Human Resources in regards to your application.Please use the online application system to monitor the status of your application.Your cooperation is appreciated.The City of Port Orchard is recruiting for a permit processing staff person that may be filled at either the Clerk or Technician level, depending on qualifications.An abbreviated summary for each position is listed below.Complete job descriptions are available using the links below.Click for Job Description:Permit Clerk Click for Job Description:Permit Technician Job descriptions can also be found by searching here:https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/portorchard/classspecs Permit Clerk Major Function and Purpose:The Permit Clerk performs skilled clerical duties necessary to the efficient operations of the DCD's Permit Center.The role may focus on Land Use, Zoning, Building, and/or Public Works permit processing and the associated file management and record keeping.Pay Range:$31.49 - $36.54/hour ($65,499 - $76,003 annually) Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.HRA VEBA account may also be provided.Retirement benefits include a choice between PERS 2 or 3 and optional Deferred Compensation.The City recognizes 11 paid holidays and provides 2 personal holidays annually.Vacation leave is accrued at 0.0385 hours per straight time hour paid in the first 2 years of employment, with increases thereafter.Employees earn 0.0462 hours of sick leave per regular straight-time hour paid.More benefit details are available by clicking on the Benefits tab of this job posting.Permit Technician Major Function and Purpose:The Permit Technician performs high-level permit coordination as well as all duties of a Permit Clerk in to enhance the efficient operations of DCD's Permit Center.Pay Range:$34.13 - $39.57/hour ($70,990 - $82,305 annually) Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.HRA VEBA account may also be provided.Retirement benefits include a choice between PERS 2 or 3 and optional Deferred Compensation.The City recognizes 11 paid holidays and provides 2 personal holidays annually.Vacation leave is accrued at 0.0385 hours per straight time hour paid in the first 2 years of employment, with increases thereafter.Employees earn 0.0462 hours of sick leave per regular straight-time hour paid.More benefit details are available by clicking on the Benefits tab of this job posting.Job Duties and Responsibilities This job description reflects general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.These listed duties and responsibilities in no way imply these are the only duties to be performed.Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to:working in other function areas to cover absences or provide relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to otherwise balance the workload.Accordingly, individuals occupying this position will be required to follow any job-related instructions, tasks, or other duties as assigned by the Director or designee, and must be able to proficiently perform all assigned duties.Permit Clerk:Provide quality customer service at the front counter, over the phone, and in electronic communications using tact, patience, and courtesy.Assist applicants by providing handouts, forms, and information on submittal requirements, fees, and the permit process.Receive permit applications and review for counter completeness.Enter permit application data and fees into the computer-based permit tracking system.Verify contractor licensing and property ownership on permit applications.Provide scanning, copying, and printing services for application processing and distribution.Schedule pre-application, pre-construction, and other meetings as needed and other appointments as directed by the supervisor.Assist with meeting preparation.Schedule inspections.Package approved permits for issuance and dispense permits.Perform filing, record keeping, typing, copying, scanning, printing, mailing, and maintain hard copy and electronic files.Adhere to the Permit Center's office routines, productivity standards, policies, and procedures.Operate office equipment such as copier, personal computer, digital imaging scanners, printers, multi-line telephone, and calculator.Create and input data to electronic spreadsheets and other computer programs.Utilize electronic data sources for mail merge, reports, and other applications and mail ap