Permit Analyst

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Overview

At Orange County Government, we serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work, fostering exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

Job Description

Performs technical and clerical review of building plans and issues permits consistent with departmental regulations. This technical position requires sound judgment and excellent customer service skills, and is performed with considerable independence under the supervision of the Senior Permit Analyst or Assistant Manager, Plans Review.

Representative Duties & Assignments

• Assists with the issuance of permits, inspections, and plan submittal processes.
• Communicates and assists customers in person and by telephone regarding policies and procedures for obtaining and completing building permits and / or fire system permits.
• Reviews applications for completeness and compliance with departmental requirements.
• Resolves customers' problems and refers complex issues to supervisor as needed.
• Sorts and inputs inspection schedules and results.
• Accepts plans and checks for required seals, signatures, soil reports, documented calculations, cost estimates, and / or fire protection system permits.
• Stamps and routes plans.
• Implements zoning regulations in the review of all types of development permits, including commercial, residential, and signage.
• Provides excellent customer service both personally and by telephone.
• Resolves complex zoning problems requiring detailed analysis of site and architectural documents.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of technical or clerical experience including customer service; or an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.

Must have demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with the general public while discussing, explaining, and interpreting departmental policies.

Preferences

Demonstrated computer literacy with working knowledge of Microsoft applications.

Application Deadline

Open Date : 10 / 19 / 2025

Close Date : 11 / 02 / 2025

Salary Information

Pay Grade : 012 – $19.36 to $24.21

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Placement based on education and experience

Benefits

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder. Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name, and the last 4 digits of your social security number. If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference (applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception).

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Non-U.S. degrees or diplomas must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your own expense.

Notes

Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical, and background check.

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