Job title: Permit Specialist II (Building Dept)
Company: Margate, FL
Job description: GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Performs customer service, clerical and technical work in the Building Department. Assists customers with application submittal directions, establishes and tracks primary and sub-applications, determines the completeness of applications, process applications, calculates and reconciles fees, issues permit or other completion documents, and records data in the computer system. Provides guidance to entry level permit staff as needed. Work is performed under general supervision of Lead Permit Specialist and Office Manager.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this position. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this description. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Conducts daily application submittal activities; organizes, prioritizes, and directs work to the plan review or technical review staff; monitors status of applications; and provides technical support with respect to submittal of applications.
Provides and researches information related to construction permits, planning and zoning.
Explains, and ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local codes, laws, rules, regulations, specifications, standards, policies and procedures related to processing of applications; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
Performs intake of zoning permit applications; assists with planning & zoning permit applications, certificate of use and business tax applications.
Explains the application process and associated fees to customers; assists customers with applications and the completion of forms used for the permitting process; reviews timelines; refers applicants to other departments to facilitate application processing; explains review process to the public, including how to respond to review comments.
Files and maintains central records in compliance with records retention regulations.
Ensures that initial application files to ensure presence of all required copies of pertinent forms, plans, materials, reports, records, and other documents; ensures distribution of documents as necessary.
Issues permits; instructs applicants on the use of web based systems to check status, schedule and check inspections.
Resolves permit or project related issues.
Denies applications based on failure to meet minimum requirements; and rejects incomplete applications. Maintains a current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new materials, devices, products, and construction methods; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
Assists in training entry level staff members within the Building Department, regarding intake of permits. Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent; supplemented by two (2) or more years of clerical and customer service experience, including one (1) year of previous experience working with permits. Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals Permit Certification or State Permit Specialist License is required. Must have knowledge of the Florida Building Code and the Florida Accessibility Code. Must be proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite.
Expected salary:
Location: Margate, FL
Job date: Thu, 09 Nov 2023 02:29:33 GMT
