Permit Technician

The Permit Technician provides customer service to process permit applications, building inspections, contractor licenses, and certificates of occupancy. All Permit Technicians help maintain building safety databases and property files.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

• No direct reports


• May assist with training new technicians.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Required Skills/Abilities


• Strong customer service and communication skills (verbal and written).


• Problem-solving, organization and decision-making skills


• Ability to work independently demonstrating initiative.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Requirements:

•Comprehensive knowledge of permitting policies and procedures

•General knowledge of Commerce City building codes

•Ability to read, understand, and convey information to the general public concerning permitting procedures and policies

•Basic mathematical skills to accurately count change and to calculate fees and tax rates

•Ability to deal with difficult citizens using effective confrontational and problem solving skills

•Ability to organize tasks and working environment in order to maximize efficiency with attention to customer service