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Job Description
Summary
Permit Technician II
Minimum starting salary is $26.00 hourly , depending on qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
- H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent, 2 years of permitting experience, and one approved ICC certification or
- H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent and 4 years of permitting experience
Position Overview
Under basic supervision, provides customer services for internal and external customers, and processes permits for the Development Services Department
Essential Functions- Serves as a primary customer contact for internal and external customers regarding Development Services Department and right-of-way permit matters; provides clear guidance on permitting requirements; coordinates with internal staff to facilitate review and processing of building, trade, and right-of-way permits; performs duties within delegated authority, training, and in compliance with City policies.
- Provides informed responses to customer inquiries regarding permit and inspection requirements and procedures.
- Maintains account records and process payments and technical documents.
- Assists with training permit technician staff.
Permit Technician III
Minimum starting salary is $29.00 hourly, depending on qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
- H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent and 3 years of permitting experience, one approved ICC certification, and an ICC Permit Technician certification or
- H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent and 5 years of permitting experience and an ICC Permit Technician certificatio n
Essential Functions- Serves as a primary point of contact for internal and external customers regarding Development Services Department and right-of-way permitting requirements; provides technical guidance on applicable codes, standards, and submittal requirements; coordinates with internal review staff to facilitate the technical review and processing of building, trade, and right-of-way permits; performs duties within delegated authority, training, and in compliance with City policies.
- Responds to customer inquiries regarding permits and inspections by providing accurate, code-informed guidance.
- Independently maintains permit and account records; processes payments and reviews technical documents for completeness and compliance in accordance with City policies and procedures.
- Assists with training permit technician staff.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Waco
Show moreWaco is centrally located in the heart of Texas on the I-35 corridor midway between Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin. This progressive and diverse city with a vibrant community spirit offers major attractions, museums, recreation, and abundant shopping to more than 140,000 residents. Waco is the 25th largest city in Texas and the county seat of McLennan County.
Waco is not only briming with Texas history, economic opportunity, and a rich variety of cultural experiences, it is also a major seat of high learning within three major colleges in its city limits including Baylor University, Texas State Technical College and McLennan Community College.
The city is also the birthplace of Dr. Pepper, the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum and the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Waco boasts one of the biggest and best municipal parks in Texas, Cameron Park. While the park is located in the middle of downtown situated on the Brazos and Bosque River it hosts numerous races, triathlons, boat races and much, much more.
Governance and Organization
Waco is a home rule city with a council-manager form of government. The City Council is comprised of a Mayor, elected at-large, and five City Council members representing single-member districts, all serving two-year terms. The City Council sets the tax rate, approves the budget, appoints members to City boards and commissions, enacts City ordinances, and appoints the City Manager, City Attorney, City Secretary, and the Municipal Court Judge.
The City has a strong Financial Management Policy that guides the operation and delivery of quality City services, contributes to excellent AA+ and Aa1 bond ratings, and maintains an unassigned fund balance reserve in the General Fund equal to 28% of current year budgeted expenditures. The City of Waco has more than 1,600 employees and a total operating budget of over $400 million.
The City provides a full range of municipal services including a regional airport, animal services, building inspections, code enforcement, convention and visitors bureau, emergency management, housing and community development, economic development, fire, public health, library, municipal court, parks and recreation, planning, police, public works, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum, utilities and zoo operations.
The City Council and City Manager are committed to the mission of providing exemplary municipal services for citizens and visitors in a collaborative and transparent manner while honoring the public’s trust. Waco values include providing excellent and innovative services, promoting equality and inclusion, focusing on teamwork, investing in people and always doing the right thing.
With the City of Waco, you will find our home; where everyone belongs and thrives as move forward together.
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