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NEOGOV · 3 months ago

Permit Clerk

positionLongwood, FL
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry Level
money$16.97/hr - $20.67/hr
date2+ years exp

NEOGOV is associated with the City of Longwood, which is committed to providing great customer service in the development community. The Permit Clerk will serve as the primary point of contact for the Building Division, handling customer service, scheduling inspections, issuing permits, and ensuring the completeness of applications.

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Responsibilities

Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of building permits and the permitting process, and communicates that knowledge in a courteous, concise, and solution-oriented manner to the customer
Accepts applications and fees, provides assistance to customers in preparing applications, reviews applications for completeness, and ensures that the permit review process is timely and orderly. Utilizes proprietary permitting software to issue and maintain records of permits
Possesses a full understanding of how permitting fits in with other elements of the development process (planning, engineering, utilities, etc.) and utilizes this knowledge to not only communicate the processes to the applicant, but to provide a higher level of customer service by finding solutions for the customer when issues arise. Coordinates with other City departments and functions to ensure that the review process is orderly as possible for the customer
Prepares letters and memoranda, reports on permit volume and other related information, and other similar tasks at the direction of the Building Official or Community Development Director
Acts as an administrative assistant and receptionist, receives, screens and routes calls and mail, coordinates meeting and appointments
Performs general office work, maintains and scans files including an active knowledge of Florida public records laws, briefs supervisor on pertinent information and scheduling of priority matters, inputs information on computer
Assists and backs up Senior Administrative Assistant position, which includes knowledge of certain functions of the Planning, Engineering, and Economic Development functions of the Community Development Department
Follows safe working practices and has a working knowledge of safety practices and procedures in accordance with the City’s Safety and Health Program
All employees serve an essential role in the City’s disaster preparation and/or disaster recovery efforts, as may be designated by the City’s Emergency Manager
Performs related tasks or other duties as required or assigned

Qualification

Customer servicePermitting process knowledgeMicrosoft OfficeProprietary permitting softwareAdministrative skillsFlorida public records lawsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Graduation from High School or a GED equivalent
Two (2) years related experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving record
Must have or be able to complete ICS 100 and 700 courses within six (6) months of hire

Preferred

A minimum of two (2) years of experience in construction, building, or permitting
Successful completion of the ICC Permit Technician course

Benefits

Health Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employer Paid Basic Group Life and AD&D Insurance
Optional: Employee Group Life and AD&D Insurance
Employer Paid Long Term Disability
Aflac Voluntary Benefits
Nationwide Pet Insurance
PENSION
Deferred Retirement
Employee Assistance
Vacation Leave
Sick Leave
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Company

NEOGOV

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NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
dateFounded in 1999
location
El Segundo, California, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
http://www.neogov.com

H1B Sponsorship

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2023 (10)
2022 (18)
2021 (14)
2020 (16)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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