Permit Clerk - Building Division

Description

Under general supervision, performs a variety of specialized clerical and technical work within the Building Division. Is responsible for receiving building permit applications, routing applications, accepting applicable fees, assigning permit numbers and issuing permits. Reports to Office Supervisor.

• Provides assistance to the public for obtaining various permits, including greeting customers to determine what type of permit is desired, complying necessary information to complete permit applications, checking to insure that contractor’s licenses are current, typing and issuing permits and collecting applicable fees.
• Routes permit packages to Permit Examiner for final review prior to release of Certificate of Occupancy.
• Receives and processes requests for inspections; schedules appointment for building inspectors.
• Enters data from approved building permit applications into computer for the issuance of permits and sub-permits, receipts, and control numbers.
• Accept credentials from contractors and maintain contractors’ licenses and insurance into the computer file.
• Files and retrieves materials based on full knowledge of organization and activities.
• Summarizes information for standard reports; selects data from varied sources.
• Screens and independently handles calls and visitors; gives and gathers a variety of information utilizing knowledge of programs and procedures.
• Prepares daily and monthly cash balance reports.
• Fills out forms, permits, notices, licenses or form letters with designated or routine information.

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

• Graduation from High school, including or supplemented by courses in typing and business practices;
• One (1) year of secretarial or clerical experience.

APPLICATION ASSISTANCE/INFORMATION:

• Incomplete fields: all fields must be completed, putting see resume on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Required documentation: copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.
• Driving history: to request a copy of your Florida driving history, visit flhsmv.gov
• Military personnel records: to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.gov
• Assistance with online application: for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: support@governmentjobs.com. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
• Additional assistance: for other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.

REGULATIONS/ACCOMMODATIONS

• EEO Policy: it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person’s actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.
• Tobacco Policy: the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
• Reasonable Accommodations: applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
• E-Verify: the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact 1-888-897-7781.
• Veterans' Preference: the Town of Davie will grant Veterans’ Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans’ Preference.