License/Permit Specialist (Part-Time)

City-of-El-Segundo,-Ca; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

City of El Segundo is seeking a part-time License Permit Specialist I for the Fire Prevention Division to support permit and license processing up to 19 hours per week. The role handles inquiries, reviews applications, calculates fees, and maintains records in a clerical capacity within a city department.

The position operates under supervision with duties including preparing notices, organizing files, and coordinating with the public and other city staff.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of office clerical/administrative experience, including public contact.
• Graduation from high school or GED.

Responsibilities

• Responds to routine inquiries about license/permit processes and procedures.
• Reviews forms and materials for accuracy and completeness.
• Calculates and collects fees per fee schedules; maintains records.
• Prepares correspondence, notices, mailings related to processing.
• Performs general clerical and word processing tasks; maintains files and records.
• Maintains supplies and assists with filing systems.

Skills

Office procedures

Office equipment

Records management

Public interaction

Mathematical computations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The City of El Segundo is currently seeking a part‑time License Permit Specialist I for the Fire Prevention Division. This position will work up to 19 hours per week.

The current assignment is in the Fire Department. The Eligibility List established from this recruitment may be used to fill other vacancies as they occur.

This recruitment is open until filled with a first review date of Friday, October 23, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

Definition

Under direct supervision, performs clerical and related support functions relative to the receipt and processing of materials for issuance of designated permits and/or licenses; and provides departmental clerical support.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Responds to routine inquiries from the public regarding license and/or permit application processes and procedures; provides information on other department/division programs and procedures.
• Receives and reviews forms, applications, plans and related materials for accuracy and completeness relative to license and/or permit requirements.
• Calculates and collects fees according to established fee schedules and maintains related records.
• Prepares correspondence, notices, mailings and other materials related to license and/or permit processing, tracking, follow-up and the like.
• Performs a variety of general clerical and word processing activities in support of department or division activities; prepares and organizes files and/or records for further processing; maintains files and filing systems.
• Maintains supplies including applications, forms and related documents; requisitions supplies according to established procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Knowledge of

• Standard office practices, procedures and equipment operation; and
• Records processing and maintenance procedures and systems.

Skill in

• Operating typical office equipment, including computers and standard office computer programs;
• Performing basic mathematical computations;
• Sorting and maintaining files and records;
• Understanding and following oral and written directions;
• Receiving the public in person and over the telephone; and
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, other City employees and the public.

Working Conditions: Typical office environment.

Qualifications

• Experience: Two (2) years office clerical/administrative experience, including experience working with the public, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Education: Graduation from high school or GED.

Licensing/Certification Requirements

None

Disaster Service Worker

In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.