Permit Technician

Are you organized, detail-oriented, and committed to providing exceptional customer service? We are seeking a Permit Technician to join our Public Works team. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting the permitting process by reviewing applications, issuing permits, scheduling inspections, and serving as a primary point of contact for contractors, developers, and the public.

As a Permit Technician, you will:

• Permitting:
  • Provide routine information about the County’s permitting process.
  • Process permit applications and issuances.
  • Calculate permit fees and collect fees pertinent to the Inspections Department.
  • Assist in all aspects of the permitting process as needed.
• Scheduling:
  • Schedule inspections, maintain the inspector’s workload, confirm that all inspection results have been entered, and ensure all other aspects of the scheduling process are met.
  • Direct release of final and temporary certificates of occupancy.
  • Handle red tags and complaints.
  • Collect fees pertinent to the Inspections Department.
  • Assist in permit filing and maintain numeric permit files as needed.
  • Provide routine information about the County’s inspection programs and procedures.

• Must possess a high school diploma or a GED.
• Entry-level secretarial, clerical, and computer experience performed in a similar professional work environment.
• Familiarity with AS400 software is preferred.
• Must meet the State certification requirements for permit technicians within 18 months of employment.

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All positions are subject to a criminal background check for any convictions that relate to the job duties and responsibilities. Frederick County Virginia Government is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The County’s EEO Utilization Report is available at