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Permit Technician

Job Description and Profile

The Permit Technician performs a variety of support activities in the areas of permitting, planning and policy. The incumbents in this position do lead projects but support planning and engineering staff in meeting project goals and requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Provide support to Planners, Engineers, and Project Managers through coordination, meeting attendance, document preparation, etc.

· Research jurisdictional requirements, codes, policies, and project fees.

· Find, maintain, and fill out jurisdictional forms and applications.

· Post project notices.

· Submit permit forms and applications.

· Support the preparation of RFP/RFQ for planning/engineering projects.

· Prepare GIS maps.

· Assist and support on long range planning and policy projects.

· Attend pre-application, application, and pre-construction meetings to support project managers.

· Attend client meetings and conference calls as needed.

· Coordinate with sub-consultants for needed design services.

· Attend site walks as needed.

· Perform records requests and file dives.

· Proofread and review documents for Planners, Engineers, and Project Managers.

· Prepare portions of complex technical reports.

· Pick up and deliver plans and documents to jurisdictions and clients.

· Prepare project narratives and response letters with review from project manager.

· Assist with project feasibility and project layouts.

Skills and Specifications

• Knowledge of municipal and state standards and code.
• Multitasking and prioritizing.
• Communication skills as to when to involve upper management and how to communicate with project teams and clients.

Other

· Possess the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

· High-level proficiency in computer software program related activities.

· Self-motivated, hardworking, highly ethical, and dependable employee.

· Possess excellent rapport with management and co-workers, positive can-do attitude, excellent customer service, marketing, and people skills.

· GIS and Microsoft suite skills.

· Can handle a heavy workload in a fast-paced environment.

· Detail-oriented, organized, multi-tasking and good follow-through skills.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

· Excellent stress management and time management skills.

· Ability to work discretely with sensitive and confidential information.

· Willing to contribute and pitch in, wherever there is a need within LDC, without being specifically asked to do so.

Education, Qualifications, Experience

· AA, BA/BS degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience considered sufficient to address the demands of the position.

· Experience in the review and application of Land Use, Building, Architectural, or other applicable codes.

· Valid Washington State driver’s license.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Woodinville, WA 98072: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Land use permitting: 1 year (Preferred)
• ArcGIS: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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