Cityofbrooksville
Benefits of Working for the City of Brooksville
20 days of PTO for the first year (unutilized hours roll over) and accrual increases with years of service
12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
Florida Retirement System Pension and Investment Plan
Employer paid health coverage
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 a year
Job Summary / Overview of the Position This position is responsible for clerical, technical, and customer service work related to the review and processing of permit applications for development within the City of Brooksville. Work involves direct interaction with the public by telephone, in person, in writing, and online, providing accurate information in a professional and courteous manner. This position is designated as essential personnel and will be required to work during emergency operations, including severe weather events and natural disasters. Employees must participate in emergency preparedness and response activities, and complete required NIMS (National Incident Management System) training as directed.
Essential Job Functions
Responds to customer inquiries regarding construction activities and projects requiring permits.
Assists citizens with inquiries, complaints, investigations, billing, and account information.
Provides information on procedures, regulations, fees, ordinances, permits, plans, licensing services, and codes.
Reviews permit applications for accuracy and completeness.
Verifies Parcel Identification Numbers and job site addresses.
Determines required reviews and approvals prior to permit issuance.
Refers applicants to other government agencies when necessary.
Calculates review fees and communicates costs to applicants.
Prepares and updates procedures for permit processing.
Expedites permit applications with identified issues.
Establishes and maintains files, records, and data entry within software systems.
Coordinates with City, County, and State agencies regarding certificate of occupancies, stop work notices, and expired permits.
Reviews plans and documents for completeness, legal compliance, and conformance with the Land Development Code and City Ordinances.
Verifies occupancy classifications and construction types.
Reads and interprets maps, plats, and site plan specifications.
Explains site plan and development review processes.
Issues a variety of permits, including online permits (e.g., residential plumbing, mechanical, electrical not in floodplains).
Proofreads and prepares reports, letters, and correspondence.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of City policies and procedures concerning application review and permit issuance.
Familiarity with the construction trades and real estate. Must be able to perform advanced technical work in the review of building permit applications
Processing and issuance of variety of permits, but not limited to, building, site development and zoning.
Verify professional, business and contractor license information where necessary.
Processing and issuance of online permits, such as residential plumbing, mechanical and electrical that are not in flood plains.
Review submitted plans and associated documents for completeness, sufficiency of information, conformance with legal standards, and compliance with Land Development Code and Code of Ordinances.
Verify that the occupancy classifications and the types of construction are designated on the plans and/ or permit documents.
Read and identify map and plat/tract specifications and components.
Explain the site plan review process or developmental plan review & land use codes.
Answer questions and provide information to the public and applicants, regarding building department requirements on various record types, regulations, and procedures.
Provide coordination and route information to appropriate City, County, and State agencies, including but not limited to, applications for certificate of occupancies, stop work notices, and lapsed permits.
Type and proofread a wide variety of reports, letters, and correspondence.
Minimum Requirements Education, Training and Experience:
Associate’s Degree in building construction, business administration, or related field and three (3) years of experience in permitting, construction support, or related activities (e.g., drafting, surveying, blueprint reading) OR High school diploma or equivalent and five (5) years of experience in permitting or related support activities. At least three (3) years of customer service experience involving frequent public contact.
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations
Commissioned Notary Public (must obtain if not currently held).
Certification as an International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician within one (1) year of hire (required).
Ada Statement: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Drug-Free Workplace: City of Brooksville is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.
Veterans' Preference: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, City of Brooksville provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants
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20 days of PTO for the first year (unutilized hours roll over) and accrual increases with years of service
12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
Florida Retirement System Pension and Investment Plan
Employer paid health coverage
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 a year
Job Summary / Overview of the Position This position is responsible for clerical, technical, and customer service work related to the review and processing of permit applications for development within the City of Brooksville. Work involves direct interaction with the public by telephone, in person, in writing, and online, providing accurate information in a professional and courteous manner. This position is designated as essential personnel and will be required to work during emergency operations, including severe weather events and natural disasters. Employees must participate in emergency preparedness and response activities, and complete required NIMS (National Incident Management System) training as directed.
Essential Job Functions
Responds to customer inquiries regarding construction activities and projects requiring permits.
Assists citizens with inquiries, complaints, investigations, billing, and account information.
Provides information on procedures, regulations, fees, ordinances, permits, plans, licensing services, and codes.
Reviews permit applications for accuracy and completeness.
Verifies Parcel Identification Numbers and job site addresses.
Determines required reviews and approvals prior to permit issuance.
Refers applicants to other government agencies when necessary.
Calculates review fees and communicates costs to applicants.
Prepares and updates procedures for permit processing.
Expedites permit applications with identified issues.
Establishes and maintains files, records, and data entry within software systems.
Coordinates with City, County, and State agencies regarding certificate of occupancies, stop work notices, and expired permits.
Reviews plans and documents for completeness, legal compliance, and conformance with the Land Development Code and City Ordinances.
Verifies occupancy classifications and construction types.
Reads and interprets maps, plats, and site plan specifications.
Explains site plan and development review processes.
Issues a variety of permits, including online permits (e.g., residential plumbing, mechanical, electrical not in floodplains).
Proofreads and prepares reports, letters, and correspondence.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of City policies and procedures concerning application review and permit issuance.
Familiarity with the construction trades and real estate. Must be able to perform advanced technical work in the review of building permit applications
Processing and issuance of variety of permits, but not limited to, building, site development and zoning.
Verify professional, business and contractor license information where necessary.
Processing and issuance of online permits, such as residential plumbing, mechanical and electrical that are not in flood plains.
Review submitted plans and associated documents for completeness, sufficiency of information, conformance with legal standards, and compliance with Land Development Code and Code of Ordinances.
Verify that the occupancy classifications and the types of construction are designated on the plans and/ or permit documents.
Read and identify map and plat/tract specifications and components.
Explain the site plan review process or developmental plan review & land use codes.
Answer questions and provide information to the public and applicants, regarding building department requirements on various record types, regulations, and procedures.
Provide coordination and route information to appropriate City, County, and State agencies, including but not limited to, applications for certificate of occupancies, stop work notices, and lapsed permits.
Type and proofread a wide variety of reports, letters, and correspondence.
Minimum Requirements Education, Training and Experience:
Associate’s Degree in building construction, business administration, or related field and three (3) years of experience in permitting, construction support, or related activities (e.g., drafting, surveying, blueprint reading) OR High school diploma or equivalent and five (5) years of experience in permitting or related support activities. At least three (3) years of customer service experience involving frequent public contact.
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations
Commissioned Notary Public (must obtain if not currently held).
Certification as an International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician within one (1) year of hire (required).
Ada Statement: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Drug-Free Workplace: City of Brooksville is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.
Veterans' Preference: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, City of Brooksville provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants
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