Permit Clerk

NATURE OF WORK:

Specialized clerical work processing construction permit applications for the Building Department and serve as customer service agent for residents as they go through their construction permit processing and inspection requests. Responsible for reviewing construction permit applications, issuing construction permits, securing inspection approval, and recording completed projects. Duties include assisting contractors and developers in filing applications for building permits, determining the validity of permit applications and obtaining the services of professional inspection personnel to ensure compliance with established rules and regulations. Some judgment is exercised in the application of departmental rules, regulations and procedures to construction permit application processing. Supervision is received from a professional or administrative manager who periodically reviews work through personal observation and conferences for compliance with departmental operating procedures.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS

• Receives various construction permit applications from a variety of contractors and developers; issues construction permits following review and approval of documentation and procedural appropriateness.
• Operates computer terminals to input and retrieve pertinent data, calculators and cash registers for the computation and collection of permit fees and other office equipment as required.
• Assist the public by telephone or in person in obtaining necessary documents and forms and by supplying answers to a variety of procedural questions concerning the construction permit application process.
• Maintains construction permits, inspection records, and building permit control logs.
• Accepts applications for the Building Regulation Advisory Board.
• Performs data lookup, data entry and filing. Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Considerable knowledge of departmental operating policies, rules and procedures.

• Considerable knowledge of alpha/numeric filing systems.

• Knowledge of codes, laws, regulations and ordinances pertaining to construction permit applications and a working knowledge of construction plans, blueprints and specifications.

• Knowledge of general office methods and procedures, such as an ability to operate a typewriter, computer terminal, cash recording and calculating equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints and specifications.
• Ability to explain regulations to the public in a courteous and tactful manner.
• Ability to read and follow pertinent codes, laws, ordinances and regulations.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to write and spell and to communicate effectively and positively with the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers, supervisors, customers and others in all situations.
• Ability to efficiently and effectively handle a high volume of work and balance multiple priorities.
• Must assist with relief for the Front Desk receptionist and be willing to perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one-year experience in clerical work.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent walking and sitting, often for long periods of time.
• View a computer monitor, often for long periods of time.
• Use of hands to control and handle objects and tools.
• Regularly speak and hear clearly.
• Occasionally lift office products and supplies up to 20 pounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Golden Beach, FL Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $104,800