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Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented Permit Technician to support the review, issuance, and processing of permits within the Engineering/Public Works Department. This Permit Technician role serves as a key point of contact for contractors, developers, utility companies, property owners, and the public, ensuring permit applications are complete and compliant with department requirements. The ideal Permit Technician candidate will have a construction, drafting, engineering support, or permit processing background and possess the ability to read and interpret construction plans, understand property ownership and easement information, and make sound decisions regarding permit requirements and routing.
Job Responsibility
Review permit applications for completeness and compliance with department requirements
Issue permits and coordinate permit processing activities from intake through approval
Read and interpret construction plans, engineering drawings, site plans, and supporting documentation
Review plan sets consisting of approximately 24–36 sheets and identify missing or incomplete information
Research property ownership, easements, rights-of-way, and parcel information using public records and GIS resources
Provide permit-related information and assistance to contractors, developers, utility companies, consultants, and the general public
Coordinate with engineering, planning, building, and public works staff regarding permit reviews and approvals
Maintain accurate permit records, files, and project documentation
Track permit status and communicate updates to applicants and stakeholders
Utilize electronic permitting systems and databases to process and manage permit applications
Prepare correspondence, reports, and permit-related documentation
Assist with field verification and site visits as needed
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent required
Experience in permit processing, construction, engineering support, drafting, public works, land development, utilities, or a related field
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, site plans, utility plans, and technical documents
Knowledge of property records, easements, rights-of-way, and parcel ownership research
Strong customer service and communication skills
Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions within established policies and procedures
Nice to have
Experience working for a city, county, public agency, engineering firm, utility company, or construction organization
Background as a Draftsperson, CAD Technician, Engineering Technician, Permit Technician, or Construction Coordinator
Familiarity with encroachment permits, utility permits, grading permits, or public works permitting processes
Experience reviewing plans and supporting development or infrastructure projects
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
Experience with electronic permitting systems and permit management software
Ability to learn and utilize department-specific permitting applications
Experience working with PDFs, Bluebeam, GIS, or document management systems is highly desirable