JOB
We welcome attachments to your application. Please know, however, that attachments are not visible to the initial review team. The completeness of your application is a factor in determining which candidates advance to the next phase of our recruitment process.Open until filled. Cutoff for first review of applications: 8 am, April 17, 2026. Applications received after this cutoff may not be reviewed.Permit Specialists play a vital role in Planning and Community Development for the City of Bainbridge Island. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, has some experience and/or education in permitting, has the ability to deliver high-quality customer service, and functions well in a collaborative work environment.The Permit Specialist is the first contact for customers seeking information or assistance regarding the City’s codes and permitting processes. The Permit Specialist responds to each inquiry with information in accordance with the customer's level of technical understanding in an accurate, competent, efficient and professional manner. The Permit Specialist is also responsible for working with management staff to evaluate current permit processing and tracking procedures, researching possible improvements to streamline permitting processes and assisting in the implementation of new processes.About the City of Bainbridge IslandThe City of Bainbridge Island is a vibrant community with small-town feel, 52 miles of scenic shoreline and densely forested areas. Our employees are the most important asset in preserving and enhancing the special character of the Island, and in responding to the community's needs. The City provides competitive salaries, outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Acts as primary contact for the department; provides advanced technical permitting, and development review information to citizens, developers, builders, contractors, engineers, architects, other City departments and the general public; responsible for initial review of incoming permits; coordinates with applicants to schedule consultations and preapplication conferences.In consultation with management staff, develops, coordinates and administers department permitting system, including evaluating current permit processing and tracking procedures, identifying problems, researching improvements to streamline permitting process and implementing procedural changes.Researches, analyzes and prepares of variety of reports and statistical summaries, requiring judgment as to content, accuracy and completeness.Provides technical assistance to development professionals and the general public regarding applicable codes, ordinances and regulations involved in the permit process.Interprets information for customers about basic construction/design requirements, land-use related procedures and regulations, development standards and process information, permit costs and other procedural issues.Assists the public in completing applications for building, planning and other related permits issued by the Department.Reviews, processes and issues permit applications for purposes including street use, business licenses, building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical permits. Performs a wide variety of advanced technical duties to support the permitting process.Tracks and answers questions related to status of permit applications; contacts applicant when permit is ready for issuance; communicates with personnel from other departments regarding status of permits.Calculates and assigns permit fees; performs Energy Code Compliance reviews; oversees updating public information materials relating to the permitting process and building codes; performs various field inspections as assigned.Plans day-to-day and project assignments, attends meetings and, together with colleagues, sets and maintains workloads and priorities.Maintains timely and regular attendance.Other duties as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Additional Salary/Benefit DetailsThe salary range is $5893-$7393 per month. The hiring range is $5893-$6602 per month. Step increases are attained annually based on satisfactory performance.Telecommuting/ResidenceThe Permit Specialist position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Regardless of position or telecommuting authorization status, city employees must reside in Washington and within a reasonable distance to their regular work location.Working ConditionsThis position is eligible for a hybrid (in-office and telecommuting) work schedule. The regular work schedule is generally Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Work is primarily performed in an office which is busy, oriented to public service and subject to occasional work interruptions. Attendance at meetings before or after regular work hours may be required. Physical RequirementsContinuous repetitive arm/hand movement is essential to performance. The incumbent in this position must be able to discern voice conversation, have the physical ability to perform essential job functions, and have hand-eye coordination sufficient to operate computers, do keyboarding and operate other office equipment. The incumbent must have the ability to produce legible handwritten documents and may need to push, pull, lift and carry up to 20 pounds.The City of Bainbridge Island is an equal opportunity employer. All employees and candidates for employment will be recruited, selected, trained, promoted, compensated and, if necessary, disciplined or terminated without regard to sex/gender, race, national origin, religion, creed, color, marital status, veteran status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by law.