NEOGOV · 4 months ago
Permitting Technician - Senior Permitting Technician (DOQ)
Bradenton, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$18.40/hr - $29.26/hr
1+ years expNEOGOV is part of Manatee County Government, focusing on development services. The Senior Permitting Technician will perform specialized technical work associated with contractors' licenses, building permits, and related responsibilities, including representing the County at hearings and ensuring compliance with established codes and regulations.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Answers public questions; informs property owners, contractors or delegates of permitting procedures.; and accepts applications and reviews for completeness
Basic GIS knowledge
Reviews for completeness, accepts and processes permit applications. Issues permits once all reviews are completed and all requirements are met
Assists contractors and the public in obtaining building permits or contractors licenses; ensures compliance with established permitting codes, regulations, statutes, ordinances, policies and procedures
Performs technical operations unique to the department
Performs data entry into a construction database system and tracks data from and to other departments and agencies
Takes payments related to Building permits, planning records and other various departments fees. Closes out and balances cash receipts and prepares for bank deposits
Answers phones, directs calls and takes messages; performs general clerical duties such as typing memoranda and letters. Monitors emails from public and responds as needed
Uses basic software applications including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Perform data entry in construction database
Performs other related work (including weather or extreme emergency duties) as required
Represents the County at Construction Trade Board hearings and formulating reports. Coordinates information from the public regarding complaints on contractors, for referral to local licensing boards and the Department of Business and Professional Regulations; coordinates information from applicants, sets up board meetings and notifies applicants and board members of such meetings
Assist in training of Permitting Technicians
Assist in more advanced Permitting functions. Ensures compliance with policies, procedures, and pertinent State Statutes. Satisfactorily resolves customer service issues at a level consistent with management's goals, and accurately relates policy changes to other staff and the public
May review, edit and update section of business processes
Prepares responses to inquiries and assists staff in resolving problems
Establishes and maintains activity files and prepares reports, as required
Serves as lead person and assists, train and provides direction to Permitting Technicians when necessary. Perform supervisory duties when called upon
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent certificate of competency
Minimum of six (6) months (within the last 5 years) of experience in general clerical or customer service
Career Incentive Pay: Compensation of $1.00/hour for acquiring or holding the ICC Permit Technician Certification and must keep valid
Minimum of one (1) year (within the last 10 years) experience in building construction management, permit processing, contractor licensing, or related field
Required to meet Permitting Technician skill set
Knowledge of department and division operations, pertinent Florida Statutes, and local codes and regulations related to contractor licensing or permitting processes
Knowledge of modern office practices and ability to properly operate pertinent office equipment
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, contractors, and the public
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, including ability to clearly explain pertinent codes, rules, regulations, and procedures to the public in a tactful manner
Ability to efficiently use resources associated with the permitting process
Ability to exercise mature judgment and make decisions, with limited guidance, in accordance with established policies, rules and procedures
Ability to handle money and make simple mathematical calculations accurately
Ability to work efficiently and proactively in a demanding, high stress environment
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
Ability to climb and descend steps and ladders
Ability to identify colors
Skill in the use of a personal computer and pertinent software programs
Knowledge or training of flood, zoning, licensing, plans review and inspection duties
Knowledge of modern (within the last 5 years) construction principles and practices
Knowledge of legal aspects of a regulatory government agency
Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, County, department, and division operations, including pertinent policies and procedures
Knowledge of, and ability to understand and apply, pertinent Florida Statutes and codes and regulations related to permitting processes and contractor licensing
Ability to effectively assist, train and supervise lower level Permitting Technicians when necessary
Ability to read, understand and clearly relate information pertaining to plans, codes, regulations, applications/permits, etc
Ability to establish and maintain activity files and prepare reports as requested
Ability to make effective public presentations in a professional manner
Ability to bend, kneel and reach
Skill in the use of a construction database systems
Preferred
Preferred experience in permit processing or construction related field
Associate degree in business related field, or another related field desired
Prior supervisory or lead experience desired
Government regulatory experience desired
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Wellbeing Benefits:
Miscellaneous Benefits:
Paid Time Off:
Insurance:
Retirement:
Career Wellness:
Education Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account:
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
NEOGOV has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (13)
2024 (10)
2023 (10)
2022 (18)
2021 (14)
2020 (16)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
Recent News
Canada NewsWire
2025-11-14
2025-11-14
Government Technology US
2025-10-31
Company data provided by crunchbase