City of South Portland - Administrative Assistant - Permit Technician

Start Date: March 20, 2025 | End Date: April 10, 2025
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Code Enforcement

The City of South Portland is currently seeking a 37.5 hour a week (four-day workweek) full-time Administrative Assistant - Permit Technician to join our Planning and Development Department. This is an opportunity to join a well-run city and play a part in serving our community with further opportunities for professional growth.

Position Summary: The Administrative Assistant - Permit Technician is responsible for organizing and coordinating the Planning and Development Department’s office operations and procedures by performing a variety of routine, procedural, administrative, and managerial work. Performs front-line customer service and is the primary point of contact for accepting and processing permit applications for a variety of construction and development activities.  Provides administrative support primarily to the Code Enforcement Division, but also to other department staff, including Economic Development and Planning, and assists with developing the standard operating policies and procedures for the office.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required. Graduation from a two-year community college or technical school or equivalent, supplemented by specialized course work in general office practice, is highly preferred.

Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible related experience required, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits: The City of South Portland offers competitive pay and a robust selection of employee benefits, including an excellent health plan with affordable family coverage, matched retirement options, dental, vision, life, income protection, long term disability, flexible spending accounts and more.  The City also offers health insurance “payment-in-lieu” and professional development opportunities.  We offer thirteen (13) paid holidays, fifteen (15) sick days annually, two (2) personal days, and vacation commensurate with relevant experience. The City of South Portland is proud of its talented and dedicated workforce and provides employees job stability; a positive, family friendly workplace where work/life needs are valued and supported; and the support, encouragement and tools for successful careers.  The City of South Portland values diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and embraces sustainable operations. Come join our team dedicated to service excellence!

Salary Range: $23.55 – $26.83/hour ($45,922-$52,318 annually) depending on experience.  This position is eligible for annual step increases, and possible annual cost of living increases as approved by the City Council.

Application materials will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. First round interviews will be determined for all who apply on or before Monday, April 3rd, 2025.

Job description and fillable application are available on our website at www.southportland.gov.

To apply please send a cover letter, resume, application and three professional references to [email protected], or mail them to us at:

City of South Portland

Genny Dyer, Human Resources Generalist

25 Cottage Road

South Portland, Maine 04106

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