Planning & Development
Permit Technician
Pay Rate:
Pay Frequency:
$42,150 - $60,840
Annually
The Department of Planning and Development is seeking a highly motivated and detailed oriented Permit Technician who has strong organization skills, and enjoys assisting customers in a fast-paced environment, both on the phone and in person. The Permit Technician provides information on zoning and other planning-related policies and procedures to the public, city staff, and representatives of other agencies. This position serves as the first point of contact for internal and external customers in the application process.
Department:
Planning & Development
Job Type:
Location:
Full Time
Albany, NY
Residency Required Within 180 Days of Hire:
Yes
Requirements
*These are the minimum qualifications necessary by law to be considered for this position. If you do not have the needed experience or equivalent experience required for this role, kindly consider applying for another position with us.
A. Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) and one (1) year of experience in building construction, code enforcement/inspection or a related field; OR
B. Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with an Associate’s Degree in Building or Construction Management or a related field and three (3) years of experience in building construction, code enforcement/inspection or a related field; OR
C. Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma AND:
1. Five (5) years of experience in building construction, code enforcement/inspection or a related field; OR
2. Five (5) years of clerical experience involving public contact with two (2) years being in the building or construction industry; OR
3. Three (3) years of experience working with the public with at least one (1) year working for the Department of Buildings & Regulatory Compliance.