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**Closing Date: September 4, 2026**

This is an entry level position that performs specialized and technical clerical work in the enforcement of the County's Building Code and Licensing regulations which includes continuous public contact in the processing and examination of applications for permits. Incumbents in this position receive close supervision and training and are expected to obtain sufficient knowledge and proficiency to progress to the secondary level within a reasonable length of time. Duties are performed under the direct supervision of the Permit Technician III.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Provides information to Building Services customers and the general public regarding the permitting and licensing processes and procedures
Maintains related records for applications for licensure and permitting by initiating, processing, and reviewing forms and reports for completeness and accuracy of information
Notarizes documents utilizing established guidelines and procedures
Calculates and collects permit, licensing, development review, and other miscellaneous related fees
Reconciles daily receipts
Inputs inspection request data
Assists citizens and contractors with concerns, questions, and information requests related to Florida Building Code compliance and other requests for information, in person, via e-mail, and over the phone and directs visitors to appropriate locations
Verifies existing addresses for permitting history through the GIS and Property Appraiser's Website
Reviews contractor applications for current license and insurance coverages
Verifies documentation for Florida Product Approval Codes and Notice of Commencement approvals
Determines the appropriate permits required for a customer's scope of work
Processes emailed, faxed, and online submitted permit applications and inspection requests
Processes revisions to active permits
Scans documents utilizing established procedures
Sets up and files documents alphabetically, numerically, or by other prescribed methods
Performs related duties as assigned

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Training and Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) and one year experience working in the construction industry or of clerical experience in an office setting which includes experience reading and interpreting construction plans, building codes, County Ordinances, and State Statutes; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics (KSAOs):
construction plans
construction terminology
construction practices
basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication)
customer service principles
communication and interpersonal relations as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
review, interpret, and explain written documentation
use a computer and related software application (Word, Excel, Adobe)
interpret and ascertain relevant information from customers
learn Florida Building Codes
learn Escambia County and other local agency permit processing regulations and procedures
represent the department with tact
interact effectively with others

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

County-wide Employee Responsibilities:

All Escambia County BCC employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Escambia County BCC's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Escambia County BCC employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
Emergency Management Responsibilities:
During emergency conditions, the incumbent of this position will automatically be considered an emergency service worker. This employee is subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and is expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned

Physical Requirements:
Positions in this class typically require: reaching, standing, walking, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions as well as finger and hand dexterity.
Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally. This job is rated as Sedentary/Light Work.

Benefits/Compensation Package:
Medical / Dental / Vision plans
Prescription coverage
Employee health clinic
Employee fitness centers
Employer-sponsored retirement plan or an investment plan
Deferred Compensation Plan
Flexible Spending Account(s)
Employee Assistance Program
Annual/Sick Leave or Paid Time Off (PTO)
Group Life Insurance