Permit Clerk, City of Spartanburg
This is a full-time position and is responsible for issuing city permits such as building, plumbing, electrical and HVAC; Talks with customers by phone and in person; calculates fee amounts, collects money, balances cash drawer, makes deposits with Finance; answers telephone and routes calls; logs in plans and prepares them to be reviewed; answers questions about permit and inspection procedures.
Position interacts with contractors, owners and trades people daily; critical position providing first impression of the City of Spartanburg. This is a one stop shop for permits and business licenses.
Requirements include: high school diploma, SC Driver’s License and two years’ experience in customer service, permitting or related field; excellent customer service and cash transactions skills; experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience with cash receipts software is preferred. Bi-lingual - i.e. Spanish and English, is a plus.
BENEFITS INCLUDE: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life benefits are through the SC State Health Plan and access to free onsite health clinic. Retirement through the SC State Retirement System (Employee contributes 9%, and the City contributes 18.56%). City also offers 12 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (3 ½ weeks per year), and Longevity Leave based on years of service.
Please visit the City's website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/spartanburgsc for more details and to apply online.