La Grange, IL – Administrative Assistant / Permit Clerk

The Village of La Grange (pop. 16,321) is seeking a motivated and organized individual for the full-time position of Administrative Assistant / Permit Clerk. La Grange is a vibrant community offering walkable and charming neighborhoods surrounding a dynamic downtown that is home to dozens of restaurants and independent retailers. The Community Development Department plays a critical role in continued community preservation and growth, issuing an average of 1,000 building permits each year, including 10-12 new single-family homes and 15-20 new businesses annually.

Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Building and Inspectional Services Manager, the Administrative Assistant / Permit Clerk performs a variety of administrative tasks to support building permit and other department processes, with attention on customer service via email, telephone phone and in person.

Serve as the first point of contact for the permit process, responding to inquiries over the telephone, in person, and via email regarding Village permit requirements. Process contractor licensing and permit applications, review applications for completeness, calculate fees and process payments, schedule inspections, and maintain permit records. Support Department administrative functions including invoice processing, website updates, and responding to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests.

Requirements:
Candidates must have the ability to provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment, executing multiple varied tasks while maintaining accuracy.  Qualified candidates must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat are required. Experience in a municipal permitting or construction industry setting strongly preferred. Experience with OpenGov software, or other permitting software preferred.  Permit Technician certification through the International Code Council is beneficial, but not required.

Compensation:
The salary range for this position is $44,267 – $67,608 DOQ. The Village offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance, Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension, paid time off, professional development, annual cost of living increase and merit-based increases.

To Apply:
Position will be open until filled. Qualified individuals interested in being considered for the position must email their resume to: hr@lagrangeil.gov with “Permit Clerk” in the subject field. For any questions during the application process, please contact Human Resources at hr@lagrangeil.gov. Successful completion of physical exam, background investigation including reference checks, and drug screening is required.

The Village of La Grange is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For more information, contact:

Human Resources
hr@lagrangeil.gov