Permitting Pro: Streamlined Permit Coordinator

Hall-County; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Hall-County in Gainesville, GA is hiring a Permit Specialist to provide administrative and technical support for the building permit process. You will review applications for accuracy, calculate and collect fees, issue permits, and maintain detailed records while guiding the public, builders, and contractors on requirements and status.

The role emphasizes customer service, accuracy, and efficiency; you will coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely processing and respond to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 2+ years clerical and/or customer service experience.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with customers and the public.

Responsibilities

• Provides exceptional customer service regarding permitting processes and inspection scheduling.
• Reviews, processes, and issues permit applications for accuracy and completeness.
• Explains procedures, requirements, and fees to applicants; assists with forms.
• Verifies contractor licensing prior to permit issuance.
• Calculates and collects permit fees; balances daily receipts.
• Inputs permit data using permitting software and tracks statuses.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Microsoft Office

Permitting software

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Hall-County in Gainesville, GA is hiring a Permit Specialist to provide administrative and technical support for the building permit process. You will review applications for accuracy, calculate and collect fees, issue permits, and maintain detailed records while guiding the public, builders, and contractors on requirements and status.

The role emphasizes customer service, accuracy, and efficiency; you will coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely processing and respond to