Licensing Specialist

Dave & Buster's; Coppell, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on food and games

Paid Time Off (PTO)

11 Company Holidays

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k with company match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Dave & Buster's is seeking a Licensing Specialist in Coppell, TX to manage renewals, submit applications, and coordinates with agencies across jurisdictions. The role emphasizes accuracy, deadline-driven work, and maintaining comprehensive licensing records in centralized systems.

The candidate will support audits and provide updates to leadership. The position requires attention to detail, ability to work independently, and 1–3 years of licensing or regulatory experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years experience in licensing, compliance, legal support, or related field preferred.
• Experience with government agencies, regulatory filings, permits, renewals, or compliance deadlines preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to review forms, invoices, applications, and supporting documentation accurately.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and follow up on open items through completion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, shared drives, and database or tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned license and permit renewals for company locations.
• Track renewal deadlines, submission requirements, expiration dates, and follow-up items.
• Prepare, review, and submit licensing applications, renewal forms, and required supporting documentation.
• Communicate with government agencies regarding application requirements, renewal status, missing information, and pending items.
• Maintain licensing records in tracking systems with status updates and documentation.
• Coordinate payment requests and supporting documentation for licensing fees and payments.
• Escalate urgent or high-risk licensing issues to management.
• Provide routine status updates and reporting on licensing responsibilities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Shared drives

Tracking systems

Job description

## Licensing SpecialistApply: Coppell, TX (Corporate): Full time: Posted Today: R-1013328**Job Description:**The Licensing Specialist supports the company’s licensing and permitting process for assigned locations across multiple jurisdictions. This role is responsible for tracking renewals, preparing and submitting applications, coordinating agency follow-up, maintaining licensing records, and supporting timely completion of licensing-related requirements.The position requires strong attention to detail, organization, follow-up, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.**Key Responsibilities*** Manage assigned license and permit renewals for company locations.* Track renewal deadlines, submission requirements, expiration dates, and follow-up items.* Prepare, review, and submit licensing applications, renewal forms, and required supporting documentation.* Communicate with government agencies regarding application requirements, renewal status, missing information, and pending items.* Maintain accurate licensing records in designated tracking systems, including status updates, notes, expiration dates, and supporting documentation.* Save licenses, permits, applications, receipts, invoices, agency correspondence, and related documents in the appropriate system or shared drive location.* Coordinate payment requests and supporting documentation for licensing-related fees, invoices, online payments, and check requests.* Communicate with location leadership and internal departments regarding required documents, posted permits, inspections, decals, certificates, and renewal-related requests.* Follow up on pending, expired, past due, or delinquent licenses and permits until resolved.* Escalate urgent, delayed, or high-risk licensing issues to management.* Provide routine status updates, summaries, and reporting support related to assigned licensing responsibilities.* Assist with special projects, audits, system cleanup, and other licensing-related tasks as assigned.**Qualifications*** High school diploma or equivalent required.* 1–3 years of experience in licensing, compliance, legal support, administrative coordination, government filings, or a related field preferred.* Experience working with government agencies, regulatory filings, permits, renewals, or compliance deadlines preferred.* Strong attention to detail and ability to review forms, invoices, applications, and supporting documentation accurately.* Ability to manage multiple deadlines and follow up on open items through completion.* Strong written and verbal communication skills.* Ability to work independently while keeping management informed of status, delays, and issues.* Ability to prioritize work, manage competing deadlines, and escalate concerns when needed.* Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, shared drives, and database or tracking systems.* Experience with licensing, compliance, or payment request systems preferred.* Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain complete and accurate records.**WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?:**Dave & Buster’s / Main Event is an imaginative and dynamic company dedicated to creating innovative entertainment experiences that bring joy, laughter, and excitement to people of all ages. Our mission is to foster a culture of fun and creativity, and we take pride in our commitment to delivering memorable and unique entertainment solutions.* Exclusive discounts on food and games at D&B & Main Event.* Paid Time Off (PTO) that increases with tenure.* 11 Company Holidays (Including your Birthday) & 2 Floating Holidays per year.* Medical, dental, vision and voluntary benefits + Part Time/Full Time benefits available + Sub Benefits: - Livongo, SurgeryPlus, and Telehealth benefits* 401k with company match following 6 months of employment.* Buster’s Legacy Fund (Support Team Members during difficult Times)* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Offerings.* Work out facility on-site.* Employee Power Card | **Free Video Games.****We work hard, play hard and have FUN!****Salary Range:**50940-67920