Permit Specialist

Date Posted Friday, August 7, 2026

Department Planning and Community Development / Building Division

Compensation Up to $26.15/hr DOQ

Hours Full Time

Deadline Open until filled

To Apply Online Please Click The Following Link https://cityofbradentonfl.munisselfservice.com/ess/employmentopportunities/default.aspx Department/Location: Planning and Community Development / Building & Construction Services

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Supervision Exercised: None

Supervision Received: Reports to the Director, Building Official and Senior Permit Specialist. May report to Plans Examiner(s) or other Division Managers as directed.

General Purpose of the Position: The purpose of this position is the direct customer service processing of a variety of Development and Building applications.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Process building and development permit applications.
• Deal directly with the general public including general contractors, builders, realtors, and homeowners.
• Process the registration, billing and licensing of contractors.
• Direct individuals to various departments and divisions of the City for appropriate assistance.
• Responsible for departmental typing, filing and ongoing permitting/inspections.
• Perform cashiering services for Department and Division.
• Records Keeping.

Skills And Physical Abilities Required

• Knowledge of the organization, operation and governing laws of the Planning, Zoning, and Building Divisions.
• Knowledge of the Florida Building Code and local land use regulations.
• Ability to work under extreme pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to assist customers with property development issues and problems.
• Must be able to learn the EDEN and Munis Permit Tracking System.
• Must be team-oriented.
• Light to medium lifting required.
• May be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Works indoors mostly in an office environment.
• May be required to drive a City vehicle.

Computer Equipment and Software Requirements: Computer hardware and software programs, telephone, copy machine, printers, fax machine, calculator, scales, maps, and other office equipment.

Education and Experience Required: High school diploma or GED equivalent. Three (3) years of experience in a similar position. Possession of and ability to maintain a valid Florida driver’s license. ICC certification as a Permit Technician, Construction Licensing Officials Association of Florida and bilingual ability is highly desired.

Preferred: Experience with building plans, blueprints, and computer software.

Pay Grade: 109

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. Duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

City Departments

• Administrative Services

• Human Resources

• Employment Opportunities

• Housing & Community Development Division

• City Administrator

• City Clerk

• Community Redevelopment Agency

• Information Technology

• Finance Department

• Planning & Community Development

• Public Works & Utilities