TECHNICAL ASSISTANT TO THE CONSTRUCTION OFFICIAL STENOGRAPHY
Technical Assistant to the Construction Official Stenography is a local-government title in New Jersey's competitive civil service, which means the way in is an open exam rather than a direct appointment.
The main requirement is 2 years of relevant experience.
How to apply
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Exam
This is an application to sit an exam and be placed on an eligible list for this title, not an application for a specific job. A $35 application fee applies to Non-Public-Safety announcements issued on or after 2026-02-01. There may be no current vacancy behind it, and the list it produces may not be certified for months or years.
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Exam
Open to permanent employees in the competitive division who hold a qualifying lower title in the same unit. A $35 application fee applies to Non-Public-Safety announcements issued on or after 2026-02-01. Like the open competitive exam, this places you on a list; it is not itself a job offer.
Official job specification
The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator.
Examples of work
- Reviews applications for construction permits to ensure all necessary information and documents are included, and requests additional documenting information as instructed or directed by the appropriate sub-code or Construction Official.
- Issues Plumbing and Electric permits after approval and authorization have been granted by the appropriate sub-code or construction official.
- Assists the general public by providing information of a technical nature concerning the requirements and standards in effect as they relate to Construction Codes.
- Calculates fees for permits to be issued, collects fees and penalties and issues receipts accordingly.
- Consults with solicitors, architects, owners and contractors on compliance problems.
- Prepares rough sketches of proposed improvements as indicated on building permits.
- Conducts research and gathers information in order to answer inquiries on requirements and specifications as they relate to the issuance of permits.
- Prepares reports, narratives and correspondence.
- Maintains necessary records and files.
- Assists in providing supervision and technical assistance to clerical staff. MINIMUM
Requirements
Two years of experience in work involving the processing, reviewing and issuing of building construction permits.
<b>Knowledge</b>
Thorough knowledge of the provisions of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code as they relate to the activities of the office of the Local Construction Official.
<b>Ability</b>
Ability to read, write, speak, understand or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position. Communication may include such forms as American Sign Language or braille.
To establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with local and state government officials, staff members and the public.
To evaluate programs and procedures.
To plan, organize, supervise and coordinate the activities of diversified units.
To exercise independent judgment in evaluating situations and in making proper determinations.
To organize assigned work and develop effective work methods.
To prepare and supervise the preparation of clear, concise, accurate and informative reports.
To analyze and interpret the relevant local codes and ordinances and the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.