Building Specialist I

City of Casselberry•City of Casselberry, FL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Building Specialist provides primary administrative support to the Community Development Department Building Safety Division. The Building Specialist performs duties with some latitude for independent judgment and action consistent with essential functions. The Building Specialist performs work independently within established policies and procedures.

Requirements

A High School Diploma or G.E.D. is required.
A minimum of up to one (1) years of administrative office experience is required.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s license.
Florida Department of Law Enforcement background clearance.
Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations affecting work.
Knowledge of departmental rules, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of City safety guidelines, organizational structure, services, and responsibilities.
Ability (intermediate to advanced level) to utilize Microsoft Office Suite, e.g. Outlook, Word and Excel.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Nice To Haves

A comparable combination of education and experience may be considered, especially with experience in building permits.

Responsibilities

Provides clerical and administrative support for the Building Safety Division.
Coordinates departmental activities with the Community Development Director, Building and Permitting Manager, Building Official, Building Inspectors, City Planners, and Code Compliance staff.
Provides guidance and support to applicants, contractors, and the public regarding permit requirements, processes, and status.
Address and resolve inquiries or issues related to permits.
Performs administrative duties to organize data through computer software, mail collection/delivery, and processes documents/permit applications, and Certificates of Occupancy.
Researches permit applications, lien searches, and land records to assist customers through permit issuance.
Reviews and processes over the counter permit applications for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with relevant codes and regulations.
Prepare and issue permits in a timely manner.
Reviews documents with attention to detail for accuracy, completeness, and conformance to the established standards and procedures.
Assesses the scope of project and relevant permit requirements to help educate customers regarding necessary permits needed.
Verifies that projects have obtained all necessary approvals and includes professional and contractor licensing.
Assists the Building Services Manager with on-line permitting, inspection requests, email requests, and calls for inspection requests.
Logs in inspection requests and prepares for daily inspection for building inspections.
Assists customers on payment options for permits and directs customers to the appropriate payment locations established in the City.
Performs all duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core values of the City, and consistent with City and Department policies.
Follows safe working practices and has a working knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Completes the identified required or assigned training timely and applies acquired knowledge and/or skills.
Adheres to laws, regulations and policies of the City and of the assigned department.
Follows instructions provided by supervisor, Department Director or their designee.
Participates in department meetings, staff meetings and other related activities.
Maintains, preserves, retains and disposes of public records according to FS Chapter 119.
Participates as a member of the City staff as required to take action in the event of an emergency.
Acts in the assigned role to support the City in disaster preparation and/or disaster recovery efforts as described in the City of Casselberry Emergency Management Plan, assigned by supervisor or designee.