Compensation:            

Description: 

Full Salary Range:         $56,146 - $67,042 annually
Starting Salary Range:  $56,146 - $61,352 annually, DOQ

The City of Covington is seeking a highly motivated team member to perform activities to support current planning-related functions, particularly involving coordination of the permitting process and providing assistance issuing city permits. This is a full-time (40 hours per week) position, which is FLSA-covered and eligible for overtime compensation. 

Representative responsibilities include but are not limited to: verification that application documents are complete, logged, and filed; calculation and acceptance of fees; tracking and routing of documents for review; verification of project completion; and appropriate notification to applicants when necessary. Ongoing assistance must be provided to the general public, contractors, developers and federal, state and local jurisdictions which requires a knowledge and understanding of planning, building and construction terminology and administrative procedures.  Information must be provided regarding individual projects and miscellaneous assistance to the Permit Center Manager, city staff, and other internal and external customers. Daily duties also include departmental clerical duties to assist in the development and maintenance of filing systems, application forms, and the permit tracking system.

The successful candidate will be proficient in MS Office software, have working knowledge of Bluebeam and Adobe programs, and possess fully developed verbal and written communication skills.  They will bring a positive energy to their work environment while striving to reinforce the organizational values of Team, Positivity, Integrity and Innovation. 

Education and Experience: 
Minimum Criteria:  Any combination equivalent to:  One (1) year of specialized/technical training in building codes and/or engineering technology; or one (1) or more years of planning experience involving significant interaction with the general public, preferably in a customer service capacity; or an Associate of Arts (AA) Degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience to provide sufficient evidence of the successful performance of the essential elements of the job such as those previously listed.

Preferred Criteria: (In addition to Minimum Criteria) Bachelor’s Degree in Regional/Urban Planning, Construction Management or a related field.  Experience as a municipal government employee.  Knowledge of an electronic permit tracking system.  Certification as a Permit Technician through the International Code Council (ICC).

A different, yet equivalent, combination of education and experience than the aforementioned that effectively demonstrates the ability to successfully carry out the requirements of the position may be considered.

Special requirements: 
A valid Washington State Driver’s License with a driving record free of serious or frequent violations; acceptable results from a nationwide criminal background check; and proper documentation to fulfill the requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act within three (3) days of employment.

The City offers an excellent health insurance program that includes dental, vision plans; a 401(a) pension (PERS Replacement and Social Security Replacement) plan that vests on a graduated schedule reaching 100% after completion of the third year of employment; a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) VEBA Plan; plus voluntary 457 and Flexible Spending plans, paid holidays, paid sick leave, paid vacation leave.

A complete job description and employment application are available through the links provided below.  Resumes must be accompanied by a completed and signed City of Covington employment application and cover letter, or they will not be considered. We apologize, but it is currently necessary to either complete the application by hand, then scan and email it as instructed below, or use Adobe Reader by first saving the application to your computer and using Fill & Sign Tools in Adobe.  For Adobe instructions, go to  https://helpx.adobe.com/acrobat/using/filling-pdf-forms.html. We are working on getting an online interactive format available again asap.


POSITION IS SCHEDULED TO CLOSE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2021. Those candidates selected to participate in the interview process will be notified between February 17-19, 2021 for interviews being held on Tuesday, February  23, 2021. 

Interviews are planned to take place in person at Covington City Hall.  The interview will consist of a maximum of 5 people (including the candidate) who must all first pass a wellness check consisting of a forehead temperature check and answers to several questions, and wear a mask upon entering city hall and for the entire duration of the interview (including the candidate).  They will be separated by a distance of more  than 6 feet in an oversized, well-ventilated room (the city’s council chambers). 

Apply to: nbeaufrere@covingtonwa.gov; or Human Resources Manager; City of Covington; 16720 SE 271st Street, Suite 100; Covington, WA 98042.

For additional information, contact the Human Resources Manager at nbeaufrere@covingtonwa.gov. or (253) 480-2410.  EEOE. 

https://www.covingtonwa.gov/city_departments/executive/personnelandhumanservices/joblistings.php

POSTED 1/26/21