What are the responsibilities and job description for the PERMIT SERVICES TECHNICIAN position at City of Fort Lauderdale, FL?
The Development Services Department's Building Services Division seeks a Permit Services Technician for the Plans Room
This full-time position assists the Permitting Section in Building Services by processing and/or maintaining construction permit applications and plans in accordance with State, County and City Building Codes.
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This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union 769 and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769.
“In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants).” Additionally, this job classification is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769.
The City offers a wide variety of benefits to their employees. In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary. The City participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which will require a 3% contribution from employees. New employees will be automatically enrolled in FRS.
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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Performs intake and processing of permit application, plans and supporting documentation for permitting required by the City of Fort Lauderdale
- Reviews for accurate, legible and complete documentation with job specific supplement; notarizes approved documentation
- Assists customer in obtaining the correct number of applications based on the scope of work presented
- Calculates and processes permit application deposits, payments and related fees associated with the permitting process
- Processes payment of Cash, Check or Credit Card on related electronic system
- Balances accounts daily
- Prepares plans for routing to various disciplines specific to permit type
- Preps for recheck and revision and verifies approvals are completed prior to permit issue
- Communicates, advises, directs, accepts and applies payments using a variety of office software
- Updates and registers licensed contractors with the city per established guidelines and legal obligations
- Maintains an alphabetical file of all verified contractor registration documents as required
- Verifies property ownership through Broward County's Property Appraiser site
- Verifies contractor license, general liability insurance and workman's compensation are current
- Files and routes permit plan reviews
- Prepares correspondence and answers inquiries from various officials
- Performs related work as required
JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- One (1) to Three (3) years performing administrative work
- Must possess or be able to obtain Notary Public Certification.
- Permit Technician Certification
- Experience with or Knowledge of Construction Trade and/or Permitting Processes
- Customer Service Experience
- Experience Handling Payments
- Public Sector/Local Government Experience
HOW TO APPLY/ VETERAN INFORMATION
Depending on the number of applicants and the quality of their education and experience, the examination may consist of one or more of the following tests: Evaluation of Training and Experience, Oral Interview, Written Examination, or other assessment method. Applicants must attain a minimum score of 70 in each part of the examination in order to qualify. All successful applicants may be required to take a medical examination and/or pass a drug screening prior to appointment.
An eligible veteran who enters an open-competitive examination shall receive preference points added to the total passing score earned in the examination as provided for in the Florida Statutes. To obtain veteran's preference, candidates MUST submit a copy of separation papers AND the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204).
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Established Date: 11/18/2018 Revised Date: 10/01/2019
Management Category: N/A Classification Level: Foundation
FLSA: Non-Exempt EEO Code: 6 Admin Support
Job Code: TM012 Pay Grade: TG04
The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.
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