Permit Specialist
$17.46 - $21.83/hr
In this role, you will administer permit issuance and recordkeeping, coordinate inspections, process payments, and provide professional customer service to both internal stakeholders and the public.
$17.46 - $21.83/hr
In this role, you will administer permit issuance and recordkeeping, coordinate inspections, process payments, and provide professional customer service to both internal stakeholders and the public.
$17.46 - $21.83/hr
In this role, you will administer permit issuance and recordkeeping, coordinate inspections, process payments, and provide professional customer service to both internal stakeholders and the public.
$18 - $20/hr
Handle high volume permit applications for electrical, plumbing, and HVAC projects * Coordinate ... Experience in permitting, construction admin, or related role (preferred) * Strong attention to ...
$18 - $20/hr
Handle high volume permit applications for electrical, plumbing, and HVAC projects * Coordinate ... Experience in permitting, construction admin, or related role (preferred) * Strong attention to ...
Baytown, TX · On-site
$17.46 - $21.83/hr
In this role, you will administer permit issuance and recordkeeping, coordinate inspections, process payments, and provide professional customer service to both internal stakeholders and the public.
Baytown, TX · On-site
$17.46 - $21.83/hr
In this role, you will administer permit issuance and recordkeeping, coordinate inspections, process payments, and provide professional customer service to both internal stakeholders and the public.
Baytown, TX · On-site
$17.46 - $21.83/hr
In this role, you will administer permit issuance and recordkeeping, coordinate inspections, process payments, and provide professional customer service to both internal stakeholders and the public.
Baytown, TX · On-site
$17.46 - $21.83/hr
In this role, you will administer permit issuance and recordkeeping, coordinate inspections, process payments, and provide professional customer service to both internal stakeholders and the public.
The Permit Coordinator will be responsible for obtaining and managing permits for various construction projects, ensuring compliance with local regulations and ordinances. Responsibilities: * Obtain ...
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The Permit Coordinator will be responsible for obtaining and managing permits for various construction projects, ensuring compliance with local regulations and ordinances. Responsibilities: * Obtain ...
Baytown, TX · On-site
$17.46 - $21.83/hr
In this role, you will administer permit issuance and recordkeeping, coordinate inspections, process payments, and provide professional customer service to both internal stakeholders and the public.
Baytown, TX · On-site
$17.46 - $21.83/hr
In this role, you will administer permit issuance and recordkeeping, coordinate inspections, process payments, and provide professional customer service to both internal stakeholders and the public.
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$35 - $40/hr
Review, prepare, submit, and administer permitting applications, including utility pole attachments and work within state and local rights-of-way. * Request, track, and record payment of permit fees ...
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$35 - $40/hr
Review, prepare, submit, and administer permitting applications, including utility pole attachments and work within state and local rights-of-way. * Request, track, and record payment of permit fees ...
Sandy Springs, GA · On-site
$75K - $79K/yr
Permit Technician, Permit Review Coordinator, Architectural Specifier, Contractor, Drafter, Plan Reviewer, or Construction Administrator, or a closely related role. * Demonstrated ability to identify ...
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Sandy Springs, GA · On-site
$75K - $79K/yr
Permit Technician, Permit Review Coordinator, Architectural Specifier, Contractor, Drafter, Plan Reviewer, or Construction Administrator, or a closely related role. * Demonstrated ability to identify ...
Miami, FL · On-site
$17 - $18/hr
With our continued success and growth Gardner Group Home Services DBA Rooter360, is actively seeking a permit expediter for our Miami office.
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Miami, FL · On-site
$17 - $18/hr
With our continued success and growth Gardner Group Home Services DBA Rooter360, is actively seeking a permit expediter for our Miami office.
Miami, FL · On-site
$17 - $18/hr
With our continued success and growth Gardner Group Home Services DBA Rooter360, is actively seeking a permit expediter for our Miami office.
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Miami, FL · On-site
$17 - $18/hr
With our continued success and growth Gardner Group Home Services DBA Rooter360, is actively seeking a permit expediter for our Miami office.
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$35/hr
Skills Site acquisition, Permit application, Permitting, Right of way Top Skills Details Site ... It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of ...
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Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$35/hr
Skills Site acquisition, Permit application, Permitting, Right of way Top Skills Details Site ... It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of ...
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$35/hr
Description The Permitting Coordinator is responsible for obtaining and tracking permits required ... It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of ...
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$35/hr
Description The Permitting Coordinator is responsible for obtaining and tracking permits required ... It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of ...
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$35/hr
Skills Site acquisition, Permit application, Permitting, Right of way Top Skills Details Site ... It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of ...
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$35/hr
Skills Site acquisition, Permit application, Permitting, Right of way Top Skills Details Site ... It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of ...
Construction Administrator * Demonstrated ability to read, identify, and interpret construction ... ICC Permit Technician Certification. * ICC Building Plans Examiner Certification. * Experience in ...
Construction Administrator * Demonstrated ability to read, identify, and interpret construction ... ICC Permit Technician Certification. * ICC Building Plans Examiner Certification. * Experience in ...
Longboat Key, FL · On-site
$45K - $56K/yr
FUNCTION This is a specialized and detailed clerical position responsible for the processing of building permits and permit change orders under the direct supervision of the Codes Administrator ...
Longboat Key, FL · On-site
$45K - $56K/yr
FUNCTION This is a specialized and detailed clerical position responsible for the processing of building permits and permit change orders under the direct supervision of the Codes Administrator ...
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$35/hr
Description The Permitting Coordinator is responsible for obtaining and tracking permits required ... It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of ...
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Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$35/hr
Description The Permitting Coordinator is responsible for obtaining and tracking permits required ... It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of ...
Receives, reviews and evaluates permit applications, construction plans and supporting ... None However, the department may administer a skills assessment evaluation. Safety Impact Position:
Receives, reviews and evaluates permit applications, construction plans and supporting ... None However, the department may administer a skills assessment evaluation. Safety Impact Position:
Syracuse, NY · On-site
$24.34/hr
General Permit Application Review; FOIL screening; and other duties as assigned by the Regional Permit Administrator. Minimum Qualifications Five years of experience in engineering or engineering ...
Syracuse, NY · On-site
$24.34/hr
General Permit Application Review; FOIL screening; and other duties as assigned by the Regional Permit Administrator. Minimum Qualifications Five years of experience in engineering or engineering ...
Longboat Key, FL · On-site
$45K - $56K/yr
FUNCTION This is a specialized and detailed clerical position responsible for the processing of building permits and permit change orders under the direct supervision of the Codes Administrator ...
Longboat Key, FL · On-site
$45K - $56K/yr
FUNCTION This is a specialized and detailed clerical position responsible for the processing of building permits and permit change orders under the direct supervision of the Codes Administrator ...
Houston, TX · On-site
$24.37 - $26/hr
None However, the department may administer a skills assessment evaluation. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION ... Permit Technician related experience? * No experience * Less than 1 year * 1 year but less than 2 ...
Houston, TX · On-site
$24.37 - $26/hr
None However, the department may administer a skills assessment evaluation. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION ... Permit Technician related experience? * No experience * Less than 1 year * 1 year but less than 2 ...
$12.02 - $14.07
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$14.07 - $16.13
12% of jobs
$17.30 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$16.13 - $18.18
19% of jobs
The median wage is $19.70 / hr.
$18.18 - $20.24
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$20.24 - $22.29
15% of jobs
$22.93 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$22.29 - $24.34
13% of jobs
$24.34 - $26.40
8% of jobs
$26.40 - $28.45
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$28.45 - $30.51
2% of jobs
$30.51 - $32.56
1% of jobs
$32.56 - $34.62
1% of jobs
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| Aspect | Permit Administrator | Permit Coordinator |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent; some roles prefer certifications in permits or project management | Similar credential requirements; often a high school diploma with experience in permits or administrative tasks |
| Work Environment | Office-based, handling permit documentation, compliance, and record-keeping | Office or field-based, coordinating permit applications and liaising with agencies |
| Employer & Industry | Construction, government agencies, utilities | Construction, municipal departments, engineering firms |
Permit Administrators focus on managing permit documentation and ensuring compliance, while Permit Coordinators primarily handle permit applications and coordinate with agencies. Both roles require similar credentials and work environments, often within construction or government sectors, but their specific responsibilities differ slightly.
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Job Summary Join the City of Baytown as a Permit Specialist and play a key role in keeping our community growing and thriving. In this fast-paced position, you'll manage permit applications, collaborate across departments, and deliver top-notch service to residents and businesses. If you're highly organized, detail-driven, and experienced in municipal permitting, we'd love to have you on our team.
The Permit Specialist performs duties to support the department's overall mission. In this role, you will administer permit issuance and recordkeeping, coordinate inspections, process payments, and provide professional customer service to both internal stakeholders and the public. You will also conduct thorough completeness reviews, prepare reports and correspondence, and exercise sound judgment within your scope of authority to maintain compliance and consistency in all processes.
Duties Issues and maintains permits. Assists customers with the permit application process and answers a wide variety of questions. Data entry of all permits and process payments.
Prepares work orders for inspectors and schedules inspection requests from contractors and homeowners/owners. Answer the phone, takes messages and responds to voicemails. Retrieves, opens, and distributes daily mail/email.
Releases utility approvals to CenterPoint Energy. Prepares reports for distribution externally/internally. Logs plans for building permits and routes to other departments for review.
Schedules inspections for Planning, Health, Fire, Engineering, Storm Water and Environmental Departments. Processes Certificates of Occupancy. Prepares and balances daily deposit while reviewing the day's permits and receipts for errors, resolves overages or shortages.
Maintains all plans in accordance with the records retention and destruction policy. Responds to "Public Information Requests" which could involve researching computer programs and hard copies, making copies, re-file records and contacting citizens. Assists with customer needs across all plan, permit, registration and licensing programs administered by the Planning & Development Services.
Performs all other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED). Two years customer service or general office experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish. Office experience in the building industry. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to multitask, establish priorities, work independently, and maintain organization.
Work requires continual attention to detail in entering, composing, typing and proofing data and materials. Knowledge of business machine operations, personal computers and related software, and accounting/billing processes. Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations with both internal and external customers.
Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy. Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public. Here at the City of Baytown, in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you bring.
We strive to provide a workplace where differences are honored, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. Attendance is an essential function of this position. The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime.
This position provides services or performs duties for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of your job. In the event of an evacuation, the incumbent in this position may be required to remain to perform needed services.
Overall Position Strength Demands Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
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501 - 1,000 Employees
Baytown, TX, US
1948