FIRE PERMIT TECHNICIAN - FIRE EMERGENCY

Salary : $55,602.72 - $74,934.72 Annually
Location : Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 33771A-FR
Department: FIRE
Opening Date: 10/06/2026
Closing Date: 10/21/2026 5:00 PM Pacific


Position/Program Information
FIRE DEPARTMENT

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
OPEN COMPETITIVE - FIRE EMERGENCY

EXAM NUMBER 33771A-FR

APPLICATION FILING PERIOD Applications will be accepted from Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until Wednesday, October 21, 2026, before 5:00 p.m. (PT).
All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, to be accepted.

REBULLETIN INFORMATION
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO EXTEND THE FILING PERIOD.
The LA County Board of Supervisors has unanimously (Download PDF reader), including the Palisades and Eaton Fires, that have devastated communities across the County. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to assist the County in mobilizing resources and support needed to help our residents recover and rebuild. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you.

The County of Los Angeles Fire Department is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Fire Permit Technician vacancies related to this unprecedented natural disaster.
Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment.
During your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%.
Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Fire Permit Technician.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs a review and interpretation of simple building plans, sprinkler systems and alarm systems, and specifications to determine accuracy, completeness and compliance with applicable codes, rules, and regulations.
• Advises and assists the public at the counter and by telephone on matters pertaining to applicable codes, construction plan requirements, Department regulations and other information that may be requested.
• Coordinates routing, filing, and logging of plans to appropriate sections and units.
• Performs data entry and review of information on a permit tracking system or other database systems.
• Computes charges for developer fees using standardized formula; receives fees, balances and records daily cash transactions.
• Locates and retrieve plans for staff and customers.
• Prepares logs, and files plans and subdivision maps.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Option I: One year of experience in a public agency reviewing simple plans and permit applications.
Option II: Completion of 15 semester units or 23 quarter units in an accredited * college or university in building inspection technology, architectural drafting, engineering, or fire protection related courses**.
Option III: Current certification** by the International Code Council as a Permit Technician or equivalent permit technician certification.
You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class 2 - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.


SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
* To receive credit for your education, include a copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution within 5 calendar days of filing your application. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: ( Download PDF reader) and


If you are unable to attach the required documents, please e-mail them to: , within five (5) business days of filing. Include the exam number, and exam title in the Subject line of your e-mail.


We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.


**If credit is given for course work, transcripts must indicate completion of required course work. All transcripts/degrees may be reviewed for content and curriculum emphasis.

Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
During your initial work period, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.
APPLICATION & FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information.
Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add , as well as , and to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.

You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices.

Plan to submit your online application well in advance before the posting closes as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE: The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Please fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely and correctly to receive full credit for any related education, training, and job experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your actual job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed, total number of hours worked (full or part time). Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for this job.

AVAILABLE SHIFT:
Any Shift - Appointees must be willing to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Refer to their website for more information:


NO SHARING OF USER ID, EMAIL AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user D and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The County of Los Angeles Fire Department is committed to promoting Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices

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Employment Information

Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.

This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit:
Testing Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit:
Fair Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder:
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at
Veteran's Credit:
Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.
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• I acknowledge that I have read and understood the above instructions.

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Supplemental Questionnaire Acknowledgement:The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility. CHECK YOUR ANSWERS CAREFULLY. Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. All information is subject to verification at any time in the application and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.

• Yes, I have read and understood the above statement.

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This position works to support the County's response to the Fire Emergency.

• Yes, I understand and am willing to perform all necessary work duties.

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Which of the following best describes your qualifications for this examination:

• Option I: One year of experience in a public agency reviewing simple plans and permit applications.
• Option II: Completion of 15 semester units or 23 quarter units in an accredited college or university in building inspection technology, architectural drafting, engineering, or fire protection related courses.
• Option III: Current certification by the International Code Council as a Permit Technician or equivalent permit technician certification.
• I do not have any of the required options.

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If you selected Option 1 to the question above, describe in detail your experience in reviewing simple plans and permit applications. Please indicate your experience by using the same format below:

Payroll Title
Employer
Hours Worked Per Week
Supervisor Name and Phone Number
Dates of Employment From (mm/dd/yr) to (mm/dd/yr)
Detailed description of your experience in reviewing simple plans and permit applications.
If you do not have the experience, please indicate N/A.

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If you selected Option 2 to question #4, have you completed 15 semester units or 23 quarter units in an accredited college or university in building inspection technology, architectural drafting, engineering, or fire protection related courses? Note : Applicants for this position must include a legible copy of their transcripts, official diploma, or a letter from the accredited institution indicating the complete coursework at the time of filing or within 5 calendar days of filing. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection.

• Yes, I have completed 15 units or 23 quarter units in an accredited college or university in building inspection technology, architectural drafting, engineering, or fire protection related courses and have attached supporting documentation to my application.
• Yes, I have completed 15 units or 23 quarter units in an accredited college or university in building inspection technology, architectural drafting, engineering, or fire protection related courses and will provide supporting documentation within 5 calendar days of submitting my application.
• No, I have not completed 15 units or 23 quarter units in an accredited college or university in building inspection technology, architectural drafting, engineering, or fire protection related courses.

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If you selected Option 3 on question #4, do you have a current certification by the International Code Council as a Permit Technician or equivalent permit technician certification? Note : Applicants for this position must include a legible copy of their certification at the time of filing or within 5 calendar days of filing. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection.

• I have a current certification by the International Code Council as a Permit Technician and have attached supporting documentation to my application.
• I have a current certification by the International Code Council as a Permit Technician and will provide supporting documentation within 5 calendar days of submitting my application.
• I have an equivalent permit technician certification and have attached supporting documentation to my application.
• I have an equivalent permit technician certification and will provide supporting documentation within 5 calendar days of submitting my application.
• I do not have a current certification by the International Code Council as a Permit Technician or equivalent permit technician certification.

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