Office File Clerk - Crestview (Temporary)

(Not Available) • Crestview, FL

395d • $30,160 - $30,160

About The Position

The Office File Clerk position at a Government Entity in Crestview is designed for individuals seeking steady, full-time employment with opportunities for career progression. The role involves managing permits, scheduling inspections, and ensuring compliance with local regulations while providing excellent customer service.

Requirements

• High school graduate with college or relevant trade education.
• 1-3 years of experience with permits and construction-related tasks strongly preferred.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in an office or customer service environment.
• Physically able to lift, push, carry up to 20 pounds.
• Excellent spelling and grammar with heavy data entry skills and no spelling corrections.
• A positive attitude and a valid driver's license.
• An updated Florida Notary certification.
• Organized with excellent attention to detail and reliable.
• Customer service oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
• Able to type 25-35 WPM.

Responsibilities

• Issuing permits of all types and scheduling inspections.
• Communicating with property owners and contractors regarding land use activities and handling a large volume of incoming phone calls.
• Ensuring compliance with the Land Development Code, Comprehensive Plan, and ordinances.
• Providing information and documentation concerning permitting, inspections, planning, and development to developers, builders, and the public.
• Making quick decisions regarding the approval of development permits based on ordinances and policies.
• Scheduling inspections and maintaining inspection records.
• Receiving and maintaining various plans and applications, reviewing them for completeness and accuracy, and distributing them as required.
• Verifying accuracy in all documentation, including addresses, certified foundation surveys, setbacks, easements, alleyways, right of ways, plats, maps, plat books, and plot plans.
• Performing heavy data entry, including Certificate of Occupancy and entering data on permits and related reports.
• Preparing, updating, and maintaining various databases and departmental records and files.
• Managing department files, reviewing them for accuracy, and making adjustments to data as required.
• Working collaboratively with other county departments toward project approval and performing tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
• Assisting other departmental employees by relaying and requesting information as directed by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Matching 401k
• Supportive and friendly working environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED