Building Permit Technician

POSITION DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS 

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Provides planning technical assistance on a variety of land use planning projects. Reviews plans to verify compliance with City codes, ordinances, laws and industry standards. Creates detailed maps utilizing computer applications, and provides planning and zoning information assistance to the public.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*

Position Specific Summary

The Building Permit Technician position at the City of Tucson’s Planning and Development Services Department processes application intake for building plans and permits into the permit system using established procedures to ensure quality construction in the community.  

This position reports to the Management Assistant. This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities

Initiates permit review process by uploading documents into permit system to establish the workflow process.  Provides permit and planning information to appropriate reviewers based on case types and project criteria.

Provides assistance to customers in person and electronically through a variety of methods. Responds to inquiries and complaints related to submitted applications. Communicates with internal and external parties on procedures, assists with resolving problems, and explains actions required for processing building plans and permit applications. Determines customer needs and arranges for appropriate staff assistance.

Ensures accurate information is entered into the permit database at intake of application, making corrections to permit and plan records as needed. Communicates process issues to supervisor.

Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an indoor office environment.

* All duties, responsibilities listed are subject to change.

QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
6 months post high school.
Work Experience:
Two (2) years of directly related experience.

ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Work Experience: 
Prior work experience in Administrative support, Customer Service and Computer applications.

*Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
At least one (1) year of experience in local government in duties associated with processing plans and permits for building permits, land development, zoning, plan review or related area. 

Formal education, certifications, and degrees in a field related to city planning, building compliance, or permitting.

Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:

Position Title:

Planning Technician

Department Name: 

Planning and Development Services Center

Department Link: 

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services

Recruiter Name:

Neil Nickol (48268)

Recruiter Email:

ccs_hr@tucsonaz.gov

FTE%:

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Position Type:

Regular

 COMPENSATION & BENEFITS 

Full Hourly Range: $21.96 - 37.88 USD

The Full Hourly Range reflects the City of Tucson's pay range at the time of posting. The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.

With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.

You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

POSTING INFORMATION 

Posting Close Date: 

Applicants must submit their completed application by 02-02-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please see the special application instructions below and follow the directions for applying to this position.

Special Instructions:

All applicants are required to submit an updated resume. Applications received that do not contain a resume will be considered incomplete and will not be considered further in this recruitment process.

Background Check:  This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. 

CITY OF TUCSON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.  If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).  Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD 

The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. 

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-2619.   

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. 

Questions? If you need assistance applying for any position, please contact

ccs_hr@tucsonaz.gov