Permit Technician II (Planning - Building & Safety)

Permit Technician II (Planning - Building & Safety)

Salary

$41,995.20 - $44,096.00 Annually

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2601288

Department

Planning

Division

PL-Bldg & Safety

Opening Date

07/14/2026

Closing Date

7/28/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit

CL

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Position Summary

Perform a variety of functions in the Building Safety permitting section. Provide support to Building Safety staff, inspectors, contractors and developers. Assist with information, forms and processes regarding City of Albuquerque code reviews and inspection requirements. Coordinate and assist with scheduling and communication necessary for the proper enforcement of all department codes, policies, and regulations. Serve as the point of contact for all submittals and communication related to permit applications, resubmittals and permit closeouts. Coordinate with management staff to ensure all necessary steps are met for the issuance of construction permits and Certificates of Occupancy. Perform construction document screening. Utilize computerized database for permit tracking.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essentialfunctions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Mustbe able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without areasonable accommodation.

• Perform a variety of support functions in the field of current or comprehensive Building Safety; conduct research.
• Process permit applications, building inspections, contractor licenses and certificates of occupancy; enter permit information into database; maintain paper files and records as required.
• Evaluate a variety of applications and proposals for completeness; schedule projects for review; maintain appropriate logs of plan applications processed.
• Issue building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, boiler and general permits and certificates of occupancy; inform project applicants of City of Albuquerque requirements, processes and deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with laws, codes and ordinances; and prepare reports, documents, and other materials as it relates to the current project.
• Answer questions and provide information to the public; independently research information; interpret data and explain requirements, regulations and procedures pertaining to current or comprehensive building safety, permitting and inspections for residential and commercial developments and/or redevelopment projects.
• Process payments and refunds for departmental-related fees; scan documents for storage in electronic management database.
• Receive, screen and route incoming telephone calls for the Building Safety staff.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare letters, memos, reports and meeting materials as it relates to public meetings, committee meetings and/or hearings.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education directly related to the minimum requirements below may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

High school diploma or GED; and

Four (4) years of administrative support or field experience related to any combination of the following areas:

• building safety practices and processes
• general construction

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Office environment; work at centralized public counter; work with computer and office equipment; work closely with others.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time.

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

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Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).

• No High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or GED
• Non/degree accredited- Some College
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Juris Doctorate
• Doctorate

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Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

Required Question

Employer City of Albuquerque

Address 400 Marquette N.W.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone 505 768-3700

Website http://CABQ.GOV