Permit Technician
$3,744 -$ 4,779 per Month
Under supervision of the Community Development Director or other professional staff as assigned, the
Permit Technician performs a range of technical work involving the processing of building, engineering,
planning and other citywide permits; reviews applications and plans for completeness and compliance;
prepares cost estimate and maintains complex records; assists in the administration of the City’s code
enforcement program and performs other related work as necessary including some field work.
This position is the technical level in the planning and building series required to have planning and building
knowledge. This class is characterized by varied clerical and administrative tasks normally performed with a
relatively high level of independence.
* Please see full job description available with application packet.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Provides customer service information regarding permit procedures and policies to the public over the
counter, telephone and by email. Prepares standard written correspondences in response to routine public
inquires.
Receives and processes permit applications and forms. Calculates and collects fees, and issues permit in
accordance with established procedures.
Reviews minor construction plans such as patio covers, swimming pools, solar systems and other small
improvement; small development permits such as zoning permits, signs, home occupations and minor
architectural and design review; business license applications for zoning and land use compliance; and
encroachment, bond releases and deferral of improvement agreements.
Performs a variety of office and field work in support of the City’s code enforcement program; enforce
compliance with City regulations and ordinances including those pertaining to zoning, land use, nuisance
abatement, building codes, health and safety, and other matters of public concern.
Performs related duties as required.
PHYSICAL PROFILE
Work assignments for this category require moderate physical exertion associated with the ability to lift,
carry, push, pull or climb.
Classes in this category require a physical capability for sustained physical work of a moderate nature.
Physical requirements may vary from position to position, but do not require the strength and endurance
usually associated with heavy physical effort.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Public Employees Retirement System: The City provides in CalPERS retirement program at the following
formulas: 2%@62 for new members and 2.5%@55 for classic members.
Holidays: Thirteen specific holidays
Vacation: Vacation leave starts at 80 hours annually increasing to 200 hours based on time in service.
Sick Leave: Sick leave accrual of 12 days per year.
Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance: The city offers medical, dental and life insurance coverage. Employees
currently pay a percentage of the medical premium.
THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Application: Applicants must submit a City of Lakeport application and other documents required as specified
in the job announcement by the closing time specified on the final filing date. Each recruitment process is
treated separately, and a separate application must be submitted for each position applied for which
applicant is applying.
Examination: Applicants will be evaluated and applicants who appear to be most qualified will be invited
to participate in an examination or a combination of examinations as indicated in the position
announcement.
Exam Accommodations: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if special
accommodations are necessary at any stage of the testing process, please notify the Human Resources Department in advance at 707-263-5615 x101, so your request may be reviewed prior to the occurrence of
testing.
Probationary Period: Generally, employees appointed to regular positions serve a twelve (12)
month probationary period.
The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in
the bulletin may be modified or revoked. The City of Lakeport is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does
not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age,
disability or marital status.