• Read and interpret maps, construction drawings, and blueprints.
  • Interpret and apply a variety of zoning, land use, planning, and building procedures, codes, and ordinances enforced by the City, including the Uniform Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical Codes and zoning codes.
  • Organize and maintain files.
  • Operate a variety of office equipment.
  • Quickly and accurately review plans for submittal requirements and calculate permit fees in accordance with established laws.
  • Research and compile information as requested.
  • Prepare written zoning research letters and administrative land use entitlements.
  • Research, compile, and analyze data for special projects and various reports.

Permit Technician III:

In addition to the requirements for Permit Technician II:

  • Independently perform minor planning and building plan checks reviews for compliance with building and zoning requirements.
  • Review building permit compliance with conditions of approval.
  • Ensure permit quality assurance and proper tracking and coordination of permit applications.
  • Submit justifications for fee adjustments.
  • May serve as permit tracking software administrator for technical staff to unlock files or correct and update data as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Any combination of experience, education, and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform essential duties of the job. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities could be:

Permit Technician I:

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Two (2) years of experience in an office or customer service environment with direct contact with the general public.

Permit Technician II:

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Completion of two courses in building code, electrical code, plumbing code, mechanical code, engineering, planning, or a related field. One (1) year of experience equivalent to Permit Technician I in the City of San Rafael.

Permit Technician III:

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Completion of four college courses in engineering, planning, or a related field. International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician certification is required for the III level. Two (2) years of experience equivalent to Permit Technician II in the City of San Rafael.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

Possession of International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician certification is desirable for Permit Technician I and II and required for Permit Technician III.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions,