Planning Specialist - Permit Technician

Are you Richmond R.E.A.D.Y ? R espect. E quity. A ccountability. D iversity… YOU !!!This Is An EXCITING Time To Join The City Of Richmond! We Are Committed To Nurturing Talent, Fostering Growth Opportunities, And Building Strong Connections Within Our Workforce. As We Continue To Make Strides To Becoming The Employer Of Choice, We Are Thrilled About The Below Employee Benefit Enhancements: Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Language Incentive Referral Bonus T uition Assistance Program DescriptionAre you Richmond R.E.A.D.Y?Respect. Equity. Accountability. Diversity...YOU!!!This Is An EXCITING time To Join The City Of Richmond! We Are Committed To Nurturing Talent, Fostering Growth Opportunities, And Building Strong Connections Within Our Workforce. As We Continue To Make Strides To Becoming The Employer Of Choice, We Are Thrilled About The Below Employee Benefit Enhancements:VirginiaRetirement System (VRS)LanguageIncentiveReferral BonusTuitionAssistanceProgramThe City of Richmond, Department of Planning and Development Review , is seeking a highly qualified individual to fill the position of Planning Specialist. This position plays a specialized and technical role in support of building and planning permitting activities. As assigned, work may include assisting applicants who are applying for building and trade permits, performing initial intake plan reviews, reviewing preliminary drawings, responding to code questions, issuing permits, issuing Certificates of Occupancy, entering data, calculating fees, and coordinating the administrative aspects of the permitting process. This position will not exceed a max compensation amount of $58,693.20/year**Duties include but are not limited toServing as a Permit Intake Technician for Permits and InspectionsIssuing eligible permits over the counter in accordance with applicable codes and ordinancesResearching and responding to telephone, fax, email and over-the-counter requests for information pertaining to the permit application processAssisting applicants to complete permit application formsReviewing construction documents for completeness and compliance with various construction codes and City regulationsTracking permits via computer system to ensure application process is progressingResearching permits and inspections using GIS programsResearching, compiling and assembling permit information as neededPerforming administrative duties in conjunction with the intake of construction permitsIssuing permits and Certificates of Occupancy as requiredNote:Class description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. The employee may perform other duties of a similar nature or level subject to the needs of the department.Qualifications, Special Certifications And LicensesKNOWLDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESSome combination of: construction terminology; International Building, Plumbing and Electrical Residential and Commercial Codes; Chapter 1 and Chapter 3 of the Virginia Construction Code; Chapter 3 of the Virginia Residential Code; organic agriculture practices; brownfields; polluted soils; city property boundaries and the pertinent laws; crop seasons; permit processes; and construction industry standards of workmanshipBasic understanding of the functions of different City departments and organizationsGeneral mathematical knowledge including algebra, geometry, and arithmeticComputer programs and software such as Microsoft Office Suite, architectural and engineering software and programming, EnerGov, word processing programs, GIS systems, scanners, Blue Beam, Auto CAD, etc.Knowledge of Personal Computers, Microsoft Office Suite, and other common office software productsMINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:Associate's Degree in planning, engineering, building construction, or field related to assignmentTwo years of paraprofessional planning review or permitting experience.An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classificationPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's Degree in Architecture, Business Administration or ConstructionCandidate will have working knowledge of GIS (Geographical Information Systems)Construction experience and knowledge of building codesExperience working in the public sectorBilingual is a plusMicrosoft Office Suite of products.LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS And/or OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Employee must complete first attempt at initial certification test (ICC Permit Technician 14) within 12 months of hire. Should a retest be required, employee must retest and pass required certification prior to the 18-month post-hire deadlineEmployee is required to participate in additional/ongoing training as mandated by the agencyAmericans With Disabilities Act Requirements Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Jessica McKenzie, Human Resources Manager by email at Jessica.McKenzie@RVA.GOV .This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The City of Richmond Values Veterans. We are an official V3 Certified Company.The City of Richmond is a proud partner with the US Army Partnership for Your Success PaYS Program.