Overview
Permit Specialist Jobs in Cary, USA at McDowell County
The Permit Specialist serves as the primary liaison between the public, contractors, developers, and the building inspections department to ensure that construction projects comply with state building codes and local rules.
Permit Specialist Responsibilities
- Application Processing:
Receive, review, and process various building and residential permits. - Verification of Contractor Credentials:
Verify state license requirements for contractors, required insurance, and lien agent information. - Code Compliance:
Check plans and applications for completeness and adherence to local ordinances and regulations. - Inspection Coordination:
Schedule and coordinate inspection requests. - Administrative Support:
Handle correspondence, reports, and general office duties. - Strong Customer Service and Conflict Resolution
Skills:
Apply sound judgement and tact in all tasks.
- Fee Management:
Calculate and collect application fees. - Record and Database Management:
Maintain electronic files, update the database, and generate reports. - Strong Communication
Skills:
Answer questions via phone or email, explain the permitting and inspections process, and provide information to citizens, contractors, and developers.
- Skills:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), organization, attention to detail, ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, and the ability to learn new software (GIS and Smartgov).
Qualifications
- Basic knowledge of standard office practices and procedures, equipment, computer software, and customer service techniques.
- Completion or ability to complete the Law and Administration (Code Enforcement) course within one year of employment.
- Strong Customer Service and Conflict Resolution Skills.
Application Process
Pre-employment Drug Screening and Background Check is required.
APPLICANTS WILL BE GIVEN CREDIT ONLY FOR INFORMATION PROVIDED IN RESPONSE TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. No additional information will be solicited by the McDowell County; therefore, persons who submit incomplete applications may not receive full credit for their education, training and experience.
- Online at www.mcdowellhrportal.org – under “Job Opportunities”.
- In person at the County Administration Building, 25 W Fort Street, Marion, NC 28752.
- By mail to:
McDowell County Human Resources, 60 East Court Street, Marion, NC 28752.
EEO Statement
McDowell County is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the County to recruit, hire, train and promote individuals without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, political affiliation or national origin. The County will interactively work with disabled applicants and employees to identify reasonable accommodations that will allow the individual to perform essential job functions.
McDowell County participates in E‑Verify.
Benefits
We offer a complete benefits package to full‑time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long‑term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. We also offer up to 8 weeks of paid family leave to eligible employees.
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Title: Permit Specialist
Company: McDowell County
Location: Cary, USA
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