Sarah Perez
Ripon
Summary
A visionary and results-driven professional whose integrity- based approach fosters transformative performance through innovation and collaborations. Demonstrates proven adaptability to new and varied challenges, with a strong focus on accuracy, system proficiency (including SAP). Skilled at driving continuous improvement through effective leadership and attentive to detail.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Permitting Specialist
Semper Solaris
Manteca, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Streamlined communication between construction teams and management, improving workflow efficiency and project updates.
- Analyzed client feedback to refine service offerings, resulting in enhanced customer retention rates.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
- Represented the company professionally in city and county meetings for permitting approval from various departments.
- Managed multiple calendars (Google and Outlook) to coordinate daily operations, team meetings, and city/county appointments, maintained strict adherence to timelines.
Permitting Specialist
Geremia Pools
Salida, CA
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Maintained consistent communication with design and project teams to ensure timely updates on permit approvals and project status, supporting smooth operations across departments.
- Interpreted and communicated with local and county policy updates regarding regulations and compliance for construction.
- Managed multiple calendars (Google and Outlook) to coordinate daily operations, team meetings, and city/county appointments, maintaining strict adherence to timelines.
- Supported HR processes by training new hires and participated in candidate interviews, ensuring alignment with company standards and role requirements.
- Gained proficiency in a variety of government web portals and systems which required processing under tight deadlines.
Permitting Specialist
Premier Pools and Spas
Salida, CA
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Maintained consistent communication with design and project teams to ensure timely updates on permit approvals and project status, supporting smooth operations across departments.
- Interpreted and communicated with local and county policy updates regarding regulations and compliance for construction.
- Managed multiple calendars (Google and Outlook) to coordinate daily operations, team meetings, and city/county appointments, maintaining strict adherence to timelines.
- Gained proficiency in a variety of government web portals and systems which required processing under tight deadline.
- Built strong working relationships between municipal officials, which facilitated smooth project approvals and compliance with local laws, cross-functional communication with the organization which included payroll and Human Resources (HR) departments.
- Prepared and assembled comprehensive permitting packets including documentation required for inspections while demonstrating accuracy and attention to detail.
- Represented the company professionally in city and county meetings for permitting approval from various departments.
- Supported HR processes by training new hires and participated in candidate interviews, ensuring alignment with company standards and role requirements.
Receptionist
Premier Pools and Spas
Salida, CA
03.2020 - 06.2021
- Maintained accurate and confidential employee and client data using the ProEdge ERP system, including project tracking and internal communications- paralleling data integrity and system maintenance responsibilities in SAP HR/Payroll.
- Assisted with payroll distribution for office staff, handled sensitive employee documents, and collected personal data for payroll setup including ID and direct deposit details, worked with the supervisor to manage payroll postings and reconciliations.
- Supported onboarding processes by gathering and organizing employee documentation in compliance with internal and legal standards.
- Scheduled meetings and coordinated Outlook calendars for staff and designers, ensuring alignment between project goals and administrative timelines.
- Answered and directed incoming calls, providing clear, professional communication across departments and with contractors.
- Digitized and maintained all permitting and build documentation for fast, accurate staff access while reinforcing strong organizational skills and process awareness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ripon High School
Ripon, CACertificate - Human Resource Administration
San Joaquin Valley College
Modesto, CA08-2026
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, CA05-2020
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suites
- Microsoft Teams
- Adobe Acrobat Pro
- SharePoint
- Paylocity
- Premier Build
- ETrakit
- EPermits
- Accela
- Google Calendar
- Google Docs
- Docusign
- Zoom
- Phoenix SAP system
Timeline
Permitting Specialist
Semper Solaris
01.2024 - Current
Permitting Specialist
Geremia Pools
05.2023 - 12.2024
Receptionist
Premier Pools and Spas
03.2020 - 06.2021
Permitting Specialist
Premier Pools and Spas
02.2020 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Ripon High School
Certificate - Human Resource Administration
San Joaquin Valley College
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
San Joaquin Delta College
Strong Verbal Communication Skills
- Communicate ideas clearly and confidently in conversations and group discussions
- Present information in an organized and easy-to-understand manner
- Actively listen and respond thoughtfully to questions and feedback
People Oriented
- People-oriented with a strong ability to build positive relationships and work well with diverse individuals
- Friendly and approachable, creating a welcoming and supportive environment for others
- Skilled at understanding others’ needs and responding with empathy and respect
Time Management
- Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
- Effectively manage time while balancing multiple responsibilities
- Organized and dependable with strong time management abilities