• Job Title: PERMIT SPECIALIST
• Category: Full-Time
• Application Closing Date: 10/20/23, 5:00 p.m.

Salary and Benefits:

• $16.03 Per Hour Minimum
• Annual Step for Performance Pay Adjustments
• 12 Paid Holidays Per Year
• 12 Vacation Days Minimum, Earned Per Year
• 12 Sick Days Earned Per Year
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Benefits
• 401(a) Retirement Plan and Social Security Coverage
• Education/Tuition Assistance Program; and Training and Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program – to include Mental Health Assistance/Services

Essential Job Functions:

Under the supervision of the Building Official, performs responsible public contact work of a specialized nature in processing and examining applications for building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and construction permits and plans. Receives and processes plans, applications, and specifications for building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, construction, and other permits. Verifies contractors are properly licensed by Florida law to obtain the required permits for construction. Determines correct amount of all fees according to ordinances and laws; collects appropriate fees and prepares a written receipt for same. Issues permits for minor construction and alternatives; submits major construction and alternative plans to Building Official for review. Answers telephones and provides general information concerning department and division operations. Establishes and maintains files; prepares and maintains reports reflecting status of division’s activities; prepares forms and composes letters for supervisor and inspectors; maintains division appointment calendar; requisitions supplies; opens and processes mail; processes time and leave sheets; researches contracts, agreements, reports, and data. Understands and implements the Business Tax Receipt program and is able to get certification in this program. Operates a computer and has a working knowledge of building software. This is not intended to be an all-inclusive listing of essential job functions; the performance of other essential functions may be required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, and arithmetic; modern office equipment, practices and procedures; methods, practices, and techniques involved in general building construction and repair work; and of local and state laws governing contractor qualifications.
• Ability to operate a computer; rapidly and accurately make arithmetic computations and tabulations; prepare complex documents, compose letters, and memoranda; make decisions in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, and policies; readily acquire a working knowledge of applicable zoning regulations and related division policies and procedures; and deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner and work harmoniously with other employees.
• Must be able to multi-task.

Minimum Education & Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
• Two (2) years of secretarial/clerical experience.
• Two (2) years’ experience performing public contact work in building/zoning, or a comparable field is preferred.
• Blueprint reading ability desirable.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that is determined to be directly related to the foregoing specific requirements may be substituted.

Special Requirements:

• Must obtain Business Tax Receipt certification within one year of employment.

Physical / Environmental Factors:

• Must have the physical ability, strength, and flexibility to perform the job functions in the work environment.
• Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.

_AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
AND A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE_

Enriching lifestyle through exceptional service.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.03 - $21.07 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person