Permitting Technician

Town of Lady Lake; Lady Lake (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Lady Lake seeks a Permitting Technician to oversee building permit issuance, maintain records, and interact with customers. This full-time role requires knowledge of office procedures, zoning codes, and the Florida Building Code. Benefits include health insurance and a retirement plan.

Benefits

100% paid employee health insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401a retirement plan fully vested after three years

Qualifications

• Minimum two years construction experience preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
• Requires effective communication and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the building permit process and collects payments.
• Responds to customer inquiries regarding Building Division activities.
• Schedules inspections and maintains contractor files.

Skills

Knowledge of general office procedures

Knowledge of zoning requirements

Skill in typing

Ability to organize work

Ability to communicate orally

Proficient with computer and software use

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

At least two years data entry or clerical experience

Experience in construction industry or Building Department

Job description

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The Town of Lady Lake is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, disability, genetic information, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation in the application process. You can request one by calling 352-751-1505. The Town is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Florida Statutes 440.101 and 440.102. Applicants and employees may be required to submit to drug testing at any time. Additionally, drug and alcohol testing of employees holding a CDL is conducted according to federal law and regulation.

Description

Responsible work under limited supervision oversees the issuance of building permits and collects and records payments required for such permits. Receives and responds to customer inquiries regarding the activities of the Building Division. Performs various duties in permitting, inspection, zoning, code enforcement and all related department services.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversees the building permit process: Process applications, inputs data, issues computer generated building permits once plans processing is completed. Receives and records payments from contractors applying for building permits.
• Greets customers, accepts building applications and reviews to verify completeness and appropriate signatures. Routes applications as appropriate.
• Receives telephone inquiries regarding Building Services Division activities. Answers questions concerning building permits and costs; routes certain calls to building official; notifies applicants when permits have been processed.
• Explains and answers questions for developers, contractors and homeowners regarding application process for obtaining the permits, inspection process, conditions of Certificate of Occupancy and other procedures.
• Assists Building Official by maintaining phone contact with contractors and property owners.
• Schedules inspections at the request of contractors who have applied for building permits, and coordinates inspection dispatches for the building inspector.
• Researches certain permit information on computer at the request of departmental employees, contractors and property owners.
• Organizes inspection results, reports, and application information for each issued permit into numerically coded folders, and files each folder.
• Issues Certificate of Occupancy after verifying completion of inspections and related paperwork.
• Maintains contractor files and reviews contractor qualifications prior to permit issuance per F.S. 489.
• Reviews minor plans & documents relating to building permit applications for compliance with codes and ordinances. Computes impervious surface ratios.
• Accepts applications for sign permits. Reviews forms for accuracy and completeness; explains permitting procedures and fees. Routes applications as appropriate. Issues permits as approved.
• Balances and deposits receipts daily, in cooperation with the Finance department.
• Prepares monthly reports for accountability to the Town, County and State. Prepares special reports for Federal, State and Local agencies, maintains records. Computes impact fees and schedules.
• Maintains filing system for Building Services Division.
• Logs and archives department records.
• May receive and/or document code violation complaints and explain code enforcement procedures.
• Locates properties by legal descriptions on maps and plot plans.
• Ensures compliance with zoning ordinances and Town codes.
• Coordinates building permit issuance with Property Appraiser’s office and furnishes various reports to the Home Builders Association, State of Florida, Lake County (GIS), and the Lake County Clerk of the Courts.
• Checks property and legal descriptions against flood maps (FEMA).
• Maintains FEMA maps, and Hunnicutt maps.
• Interacts and communicates daily with various groups and individuals including Building Official, Planners, Finance department employees, contractors, and property owners.
  
  

[These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.]

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of general office procedures.
• Knowledge of zoning requirements.
• Knowledge of general requirements of the Florida Building Code.
• Skill in typing, filing and research techniques.
• Skill in operating office equipment.
• Ability to access, input and retrieve information from a computer.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to make decisions within established laws and ordinances.
• Ability to interpret laws and ordinances in a consistent manner.
• Ability to work effectively with the public.
• Ability to communicate in writing and orally.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow directions and follow through on designated tasks.
• Ability to use Engineering scales and compass.
• Proficient with computer and software use.
  
  

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) equivalency.
• At least two years data entry or clerical experience to include some supervisory/leadership experience.
• At least two years experience in construction industry or Building Department operations, or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Must be skilled in data entry and customer relations.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
  
  

[A comparable amount of training, education or experience may be substituted for the above minimum qualifications.]

Licenses, Certifications Or Registrations

• Notary Public State of Florida preferred.
• Possession of valid driver’s license.
  
  

The Town provides 100% paid employee health insurance, dental insurance, long-term disability, life, and accidental death insurance. The Town also provides 50% paid dependent health insurance, a 401a retirement plan that is fully vested after three years, paid time off , and paid holidays. Employees have the option of purchasing additional life insurance, short-term disability insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and vision insurance at reduced rates. All benefits described are only available to full time employees.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Government Administration

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