Building Permitting Analyst

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Job description

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF LYON

Building Permitting Analyst Position Description

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Deadline: November 7, 2024

Reports to: Building Official & Building Coordinator

General Responsibilities:

Produce and maintain detailed Building permitting and inspection documents for the Township as required by the Michigan Building Code 2015 and Charter Township of Lyon, Code of Ordinances. Facilitate the resolution of residents , tenants , contractors and local businesses construction and property related issues. Function as resource and reference for both internal and external requests for documentation, reports and data.

Hours: Full Time.

Benefits: As established by Township s Personnel Manual.

Salary Range: $35,000 - $40,000 (Based on Experience)

Essential Functions and Responsibilities, as Assigned

1. Produce and maintain detailed Building permitting and inspection documents:

The Permitting Analyst must have knowledge of construction processes and sequencing to analyze and ensure the permit application is accurate and complete. That same knowledge is required for the scheduling inspections and assisting in the resolution of failed inspections. Organization skills and the ability to prioritize are critical for the facilitation of the plan review process. Accuracy and attention to detail are required for fee calculation and invoicing. Exceptional customer service skills and work ethic are mandatory.

Deliverables include, although not limited to:

• Building, Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing Permits
• Schedule Inspections Input Inspection Results
• Summarize, Organize and Distribute the Daily Inspection Schedule

1. The Permitting Analyst must facilitate the resolution of construction and property related issues, employing the ability to efficiently and effectively problem solve. Knowledge of construction processes, the ability to effectively communicate both interdepartmentally and external to the organization are a requirement. Exceptional customer service skills and work ethic are mandatory. Examples include but not limited to:

• Failed Inspection Resolution
• Expired Permits Resolution
• Resident and/or Contractor Complaint Resolution

1. Provide resource and reference for both internal and external requests for data, reports,
   and documentation. Deliverables include but not limited to:

• Archival documentation
• Inspection Histories
• Attend meetings as required

1. Execute administrative tasks as required: Phones, mail, filing, scanning

1. Must be Proficient in :

• BS&A software and reporting functions
• Outlook
• Property Gateway
• Laserfiche
• Excel
• Word

1. Customer Service Skills:

• Execute superior customer service and professionalism at all times
• Multitasking
• Deadline-oriented
• Creative problem solving

Education and Experience

• Associates Degree preferred or related municipal experience
• High school Diploma / GED with 3 years progressive experience in building department, construction industry or municipal experience

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