Construction Administrative Assistant (opens in new tab)

Austin NAWIC; Florida; On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin NAWIC is seeking a detail‑oriented administrative professional to support the Inspector of Construction Services in Florida. The role requires understanding of construction documents, permitting processes, and the ability to read blueprints while coordinating with Architects and Engineers.

The candidate will perform a variety of administrative duties including procurement, pay sheets, and communication with county departments such as Permitting, Utilities, Facilities, Development and

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• CJIS clearance as authorized by FDLE required.
• Valid Florida Driver License required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Inspector of Construction Services with administrative tasks.
• Understand and apply knowledge of construction, documents, permitting and permitting process.
• Read blueprints and coordinate with Architects and Engineers.
• Support unit procurement, pay sheets, and related admin processes.
• Interface with County Departments (Permitting, Utilities, Facilities, Development and Review) and SWFWMD alongside the Inspector.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Administrative support

Interacting with architects/engineers

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Job Summary

Performs complex secretarial work of an administrative nature. Provide assistance to the Inspector of Construction Services in administrative areas. Ability to understand and apply knowledge of construction, construction documents, permitting and the permitting process. Ability to read blue prints and have the capability to work with Architects and Engineers. Ability to work independently. Provide other administrative function to include but not limited to, unit procurement processes, pay sheet/issues, Interacts and correspond with County Departments such as Permitting, Utilities, Facilities, Development and Review and Southwest Florida Water Management District in conjunction with the Inspector of Construction Services.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma (Diploma/General Equivalency Diploma) is required. Experience in permitting process, experience in the Construction field, and experience in interacting with Architects/Engineers preferred. Computer skills and knowledge is required. Must maintain a valid Florida Driver License at all times. Unescorted CJIS clearance as authorized by FDLE is required.

MINIMUM PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

The physical abilities listed below are estimates of time spent during a typical workday to perform essential functions and responsibilities. Members in this position may be required to:

• Stand up to 1 hour per day
• Walk up to 1 hour per day
• Occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
• Occasionally bend, squat, reach, kneel or twist.

Other Requirements:

• 20/40 vision (corrected/uncorrected)
• Ability to hear conversation at a normal level (assisted or unassisted)
• Ability to work shift work
• Ability to work in hazardous conditions