Permit Processing Specialist — Public Service Focus

Seminole County/Board of County Commissioners; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Seminole County Building Division is seeking a detail-oriented intake clerk to assist the public and support electronic plan reviews. You will process permit applications, collect fees, and ensure documentation meets requirements for both commercial and residential projects.

Responsibilities include guiding applicants through the permit process, handling customer inquiries, and supporting inspectors as needed. A high school diploma and 1 year in a related permit environment are required.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school/GED and one year experience in a permit issuing agency or related work.
• Ability to type 35 words per minute.
• Knowledge of permit processes, fees, and applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review and estimate costs for building permits; issue permits for commercial and residential construction.
• Process permit applications in computer systems and collect required fees.
• Perform sufficiency review of plans and route review steps as needed.
• Receive and process funds; balance daily receipts and prepare deposits.
• Assist applicants with permit processes and use of the ePlan Review System.
• Assist phone, counter, and Electronic Plan Review customers as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Typing 35 wpm

Customer service orientation

Interpersonal skills

Office software proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ePlan Review System

Office software

Job description

Seminole County Building Division is seeking a detail-oriented intake clerk to assist the public and support electronic plan reviews. You will process permit applications, collect fees, and ensure documentation meets requirements for both commercial and residential projects.

Responsibilities include guiding applicants through the permit process, handling customer inquiries, and supporting inspectors as needed. A high school diploma and 1 year in a related permit environment are required.