Public Safety Front Desk Administrator

Sarasota County Government; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarasota County Government is seeking an Administrative Specialist to support the Fire Prevention/Public Safety front desk. You will greet visitors, answer calls, and handle mail while coordinating with inspectors and staff to resolve inquiries about permits and inspections.

The role is entry-level with growth potential in Emergency Services. Starting pay is about $19.87–$20.25 per hour, with benefits beginning within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 0–2 years of business-related experience or exposure; willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Greet the public and answer the phone, routing inquiries to the appropriate staff.
• Perform clerical duties: filing, copying, mail handling, and office supply management.
• Assist with permits, inspections, and plan review inquiries; provide information to customers.
• Coordinate with inspectors and various staff to ensure smooth front-office operations.
• Assist NFIRS processes and data entry as needed; support customers with payments and permit fees.

Skills

Customer service

Clerical work

Phone etiquette

Data entry

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Word

Printer/copiers

Job description

Sarasota County Government is seeking an Administrative Specialist to support the Fire Prevention/Public Safety front desk. You will greet visitors, answer calls, and handle mail while coordinating with inspectors and staff to resolve inquiries about permits and inspections.

The role is entry-level with growth potential in Emergency Services. Starting pay is about $19.87–$20.25 per hour, with benefits beginning within 60 days of hire.