About Livermore
The City of Livermore, with a population of 91,000+ residents, is located in Alameda County, approximately forty miles east of San Francisco, and adjacent to the San Joaquin Valley. Livermore’s heritage includes historic vineyards and a tradition of ranching and agriculture. Today, our City continues to expand its wine-making industry and celebrate our annual rodeo. Livermore is home to two world-renowned national laboratories, nineteen wineries, a general aviation airport, and three golf courses.
Livermore’s local and regional economy is strong and diverse. Our inclusion within the Northern aspect of the Silicon Valley and other major Northern California market and employment centers, enables us to benefit from business development and expansion, while preserving the quality of life that originally brought people to Livermore.
The City of Livermore is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.
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Description
The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications to fill a Permit Technician vacancy. The vacancy may be filled at either the Permit Technician I or the II level.
Apply online at www.LivermoreCA.gov/jobs by 5 PM on Monday, October 14, 2024.
THE POSITION
Under general supervision, a Permit Technician I performs technical and administrative support functions in the processing and issuance of permits in the Permit Center of the Community Development Department; assists customers at the Permit Center with questions relating to zoning and building codes, neighborhood preservation, entitlement, plan review processes, city details and specifications, and housing and human services programs; reviews and researches plans primarily of a preliminary nature to ensure compliance with codes and regulations; reviews plans and applications for issuance of permits on smaller projects; coordinates the routing of projects to and from other divisions/departments; and performs other duties as assigned.
Ideal Candidate
Experience, Education and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience, education and training that would provide the best qualified candidates. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:
- Experience: Two years of related experience involving extensive public contact with at least six months of experience in the processing and issuance of building, engineering, and zoning permits or coordinating community development related projects including contracts and agreements.
- Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school. College course work in a related field is desirable.
- Training: Any recent training such as academic courses and certification programs which are relevant to this job classification.
- Other Requirements: Willingness and ability to work scheduled and emergency overtime; and attend meetings, workshops, and seminars during work and non-work hours.
- Special Requirements: Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to read fine print and computer monitors; converse over the telephone and in person; operate a calculator and computer keyboard; bend, stoop, stretch, and reach; and safely lift and maneuver office equipment and supplies and sets of plans weighing up to 30 pounds.
The City of Livermore is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.