Permit Technician

THE CITY

Culver City is a Charter City incorporated in 1917 and is a destination filled with outdoor cafes, unique shops, and galleries opening onto pedestrian-friendly boulevards. Culver City has a dedicated staff of approximately 700+ employees with an overall operating budget of over $325 million. The City provides a full range of municipal services including Fire, Police, Housing and Human Services, Planning & Development, Public Works, Parks, Recreation, and Community Services (PRCS), and Transportation.

THE POSITION

Permit Technician

*Immediate vacancy is in the Fire Department*

Fire Department, Community Risk Reduction Division : The ideal candidate has strong computer skills and be familiar with Accela, HDL and Brycer software. The position helps to answer questions and requests from contractors and members of the public, whether at the service counter, online or via the telephone. Will also assist with pre-fire plans, updating occupancy information, and social media as it relates to public education. Additionally, will create permits and calculate the appropriate fees, handle public record requests, maintain department files and historical documents, and run necessary reports for CRR or other City departments. For information about this department visit; Culver City - Fire Department

Planning & Development Department, Building Safety Division: The ideal candidate is knowledgeable in construction and building permitting processes, detail orientated, with the ability to facilitate multiple concurrent projects. The position is forward-facing providing customer service at the public counter. Can provide and follow clear written and verbal instructions. The position reviews building permit application submittals for completeness upon intake and issuance, assess and invoice fees, coordinates plan review with multiple departments, notifies the applicant of corrections/approval, coordinates plan pick up, creates and issue permits. Will schedule constructed related inspections, accurately archive records, and process business licenses. Desired Programs: Permitting software such as Accela Automation, outlook, PDF editor software, HDL, word, and excel. For information about this department visit; Culver City - Planning & Development Department

Public Works Department, Engineering Division: The ideal candidate is knowledgeable in civil engineering, construction, and right-of-way permitting processes, detail orientated, with the ability to facilitate multiple concurrent projects. The position is forward-facing providing customer service at the public counter, over the phone, and via email. Can provide and follow clear written and verbal instructions. The position reviews engineering permit application submittals for completeness upon intake and issuance, assess and invoice fees, coordinates plan review with multiple departments, notifies the applicant of corrections/approval, coordinates plan pick up, creates and issues permits. Will schedule related inspections, accurately archive records, and process associated business licenses. Desired Programs: Permitting software, such as Accela, Outlook, PDF editor software, HDL, and Microsoft Word and Excel. For information about this department visit; Culver City - Public Works

Minimum Requirements : Any combination equivalent to training and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: graduation from high school and two (2) years work experience in an office or clerical support position, preferably in a construction/building code administrative office, or assisting the administration of a hazardous materials disclosure program or in an engineering permit office.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURES

• WRITTEN/PERFORMANCE TEST (weighted at 40%): To determine knowledge of basic engineering, building or construction activities and to assess office proficiency. (Tentatively scheduled for the week of November 18, 2024).
• APPRAISAL INTERVIEW (weighted at 60%): To evaluate training, experience and personal qualifications. (Tentatively scheduled for the week of December 9, 2024).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The provisions of this job posting does not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions in this posting may be modified or revoked without notice.

Continuation in the examination process and subsequent placement on the eligible list of a person convicted of a crime depends upon the nature of the conviction and the conduct of the applicant subsequent to the offense. Convictions will be evaluated on a job related basis and will not automatically disqualify someone from further consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Culver City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, religion, political affiliation, or sexual orientation/identification.

Conditions of Employment: Background/ Reference Check: Upon a conditional job offer, a live scan finger printing must be completed with acceptable results. Your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. Upon hire, employee is subject to further reporting from DOJ via subsequent arrest notification.

Pre-placement medical evaluation including drug screen (select positions).
E-Verify: Proof of U.S. citizenship, alien residency or authorization to work in the U.S. will be required at time of appointment.

The City of Culver City intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department three (3) business days prior to the test at (310) 253-5640.

The City of Culver City offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, and vision.

This position is represented by Culver City Employees' Association (CCEA).

Formore detailedinformationregarding thebenefits associated with this position, click on the following link:
https://www.culvercity.org/jobs

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Closing Date/Time: 11/8/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

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