Job Abstract

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Development Services & Permits Division facilitates safe and responsible development, construction, and occupancy of buildings and properties in our community. In 2023, the division issued over 57,000 permits with a construction value of $11.15B. In addition, the division conducted over 41,000 inspections and almost 85,000 plan reviews. We strive to provide prompt and courteous service to our customers, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Our goal is to promote public safety, protect the environment, and support economic growth through the issuance of permits and inspections.

We are committed to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement in all aspects of our operations.

The Acceptance Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the acceptance for Harris County maintenance of publicly dedicated infrastructure constructed with private funds from the development community within Harris County.

JOB DUTIES:

• Prepare forms for approvals.
• Prepare Court items.
• Review plats, plans, lab reports, and other construction documents to ensure they have met all requirements for acceptance of Harris County maintenance.
• Work with Platting and Asset Log to ensure proper procedures are completed.
• Work with Inspectors to schedule inspections.
• May be required to drive a county vehicle to various work sites.
• May be subject to working early morning, evening, weekend, and emergency events as required.
• May work outside in all kinds of weather and be exposed to dust, dirt, construction fumes, etc During emergency response situations for our community, such as hurricanes or floods, the position may be tasked with additional duties. Not all duties and responsibilities may be included in the above description.

Education:

Experience:

OR

Knowledge, Skill & Abilities (KSAs):

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to understand and review civil construction plans and documents.
• The ability to read construction drawings related to all phases of land development. (Drainage, paving, traffic, etc.)
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory agencies and their impact on project development.
• Knowledge of civil construction materials, methods, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, the public, industry representatives, and other government agencies.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to learn department-supported application programs shortly after hire.
• Ability to produce reports using databases, spreadsheets, presentations, and other software.
• This position is Safety Sensitive and will be subject to random drug and alcohol screening.
• Subject to early morning, evening, weekend, and holiday work as required.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Education:

Experience:

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in engineering-related design, construction management, real property, or a closely related field.
• Prior experience working on Harris County Engineering Department roadway design projects.
• Prior government experience.

Knowledge, Skill & Abilities (KSAs):

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, using proper grammar and spelling.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, the public, industry representatives, and other government agencies.
• Must be attentive to detail and have effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage a project with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and customer service skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with both internal and external teams, with a flexible approach and the ability to adapt to changing conditions and priorities.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access), and the ability to produce reports using databases, spreadsheets, presentations, and other software.
• Requires a high level of confidentiality, judgment, personal responsibility, and dependability.

Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:

• Full-Time | Regular | 40 hours per week
• Hybrid schedule: Three days in the office and two days working from home.
• Subject to early mornings, late evenings, weekends and holidays at times, depending upon the project or workload.

Salary:

Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:

Most assignments will be performed in an office, meeting, or operations command center environment, but some field work may be required. May be required to work extended work hours during activation of disaster recovery operations for an unspecified length of time (varies based on the extent of the event).

This position requires bending, stooping, and lifting up to 25 lbs., frequent walking, standing, sitting, reaching, and ascending/descending stairs.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FEATURED BENEFITS:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Wellness.
• Professional development opportunity.
• Flexible spending account.
• 457 deferred compensation plans.
• Retirement pension (TCDRS).
• Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).
• Disability and life insurance.
• Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).