Permit Technician II or III

Full Job Description

Job Description
The function of Gwinnett County Department of Planning and Development is to promote and enhance the quality of life of residents, visitors, property owners and businesses of Gwinnett County. The Department accomplishes its mission through programs and services that encourage high quality development as well as maintenance and revitalization of existing neighborhoods.

The Permit Technician position is assigned to the Permitting Section within the Customer Experience Division and is responsible for performing support duties related to fiscal and building permit activities.

Essential Duties

• Review and process all types of new and renewal building permits, including vacant structure permits
• Reference and apply the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) to ensure all permits meet applicable codes and regulations
• Provide customer support at the counter, over the phone, and through email promptly and professionally
• Correspond with applicants, contractors, developers, and business owners
• Process and manage Registered Design Professional (RDP) letters
• Assist with utility releases and manage Environmental Health hold and release documentation
• Provide responses to open records requests
• Accept payment and balance tenders at the end of the day

Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

Minimum Qualifications
Permit Technician II - Grade B22(1)

• High School Diploma, or G.E.D. AND
• Four years bookkeeping, accounts payable and/or accounts receivable experience
• Valid Driver’s License from the state of residency

Permit Technician III - Grade B23(1)

• Associate Degree in a closely related field AND
• Four years of bookkeeping, accounts payable and/or accounts receivable experience
• Valid Driver’s License from the state of residency

*An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be considered.


For information related to position-specific essential duties, knowledge and skills, and physical requirements, please click below

• Permit Technician II
• Permit Technician III
  

Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.

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About Gwinnett County

Welcome to Gwinnett County Government

Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more

Careers with impact

Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities.

We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners.

The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.

Exceptional benefits

Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more.

The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual’s total compensation.

World-class community

More than a million residents make up Gwinnett’s diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!

• Atlanta’s Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
• Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
• Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

VisionGwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives! MissionGwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.

ValuesIntegrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.

Hiring ProcessGwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:

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