Permit Technician

Description

• Coordinate plan reviews between applicants and reviewing departments.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with applicable City and State regulations.
• Receive, review, and process building permit applications, plans, and supporting documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Issue approved building permits, Certificates of Occupancy, and other related documents.
• Provide exceptional customer service in person, by phone, and via email.
• Input permit data into the City's permitting software and maintain accurate electronic and physical records.
• Assist with scheduling building inspections and maintaining inspection records.
• Assess and collect permit and impact fees.
• Provide information to contractors, homeowners, and the public regarding permitting requirements, fees, and inspection procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Florida municipal or county Building Department
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills.
• Knowledge of the Florida Building Code and municipal development procedures.
• Possess the ability to positively interact with the other staff members, the general public, contractors, governmental entities, and other clientele.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• ICC Permit Technician and other certifications are a bonus
• Excellent customer service representative skills.
• Good time management, organization, telephone, attention to detail, and people skills.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish or Creole a plus.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance