TITLE: Permitting Systems & Operations Manager

DEPARTMENT: Lucas County Building Regulations

WORK HOURS: 8: 00 am - 4: 00 pm | Monday - Friday

PAY RATE: Grade 27 | $35.39 – $42.98

STATUS: Non-Bargaining Unit | Classified

FLSA: Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Under supervision of the Director / Chief Building Official, C.B.O., and within the hierarchal organizational structure of the department, services include but are not limited to:

Provide technical and management work in organizing, managing, and participating in activities related to overseeing the department’s digital platforms. This position is responsible for managing and supporting permit-related technology, updating public-facing platforms (such as the department website and social media accounts), and supporting administrative functions and assisting the Director / Chief Building Official with duties including payroll, budgeting, reporting, and contract management. This role will drive innovation through technology, to integrate more advanced technical capabilities and improve efficiencies within the department through assessment and evaluation of processes for continuous improvement and make recommendations to improve operations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Outstanding analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrated ability to think critically and logically to solve complex problems.

• Knowledge of construction industry terms/methods/construction documents preferred.

• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Outstanding ability to balance strategic vision with meticulous attention to detail to interpret highly technical documents.

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.

• Analyzing situations and recommending corrective measures and solutions.

• Analyzing and revising work methods to increase efficiency.

• Considerable skill in managing multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Considerable skill in recordkeeping and report writing.

• Digitally literate with skill in the operation of a computer, database usage and internet communication devices; working skill in organizing time and materials

• Experience with database systems and report generation.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, social media platforms and web content management.

• Experience with Permitting software such as City Works, Project docs and remote inspection software, etc.

• Familiarity with ESRI Products, specifically ArcGIS Pro and related applications: ArcGIS Desktop 10.x, ArcGIS Pro extensions (Network Analyst, Spatial Analyst), and Portal for ArcGIS.

• Experience creating, deploying and maintaining web-based GIS software using ESRI ArcGIS Online and related applications.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Standard office environment.

• Overtime may be required.

• May require travel that results in overnight stays.

Why Join Us?

• Full-Time Schedule: Includes a paid lunch
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
• 15.5 Paid Holidays annually
• Vacation: 80 hours annually after one year of service
• Personal Leave: 40 hours per year
• Sick Leave: Accrues bi-weekly, up to 120 hours per year
• Retirement: 14% employer contribution to OPERS (Ohio Public Employees Retirement System)
• Insurance: Employer-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment coverage
• Flexible Spending Account option available