Permit Technician

Job Location:

Golder Ranch Fire District
- Oro Valley, AZ 85737

Position Type:
Full Time

Salary Range: $22.44 - $22.44 Hourly

Job Category:
Admin
- Clerical

Job Title:

Permit Technician

Department:
Fire Prevention

Reports to:

Fire Marshal

Status/FLSA:
Full-Time/Non-Exempt

Supervises:
None

Safety Sensitive:
Yes

• Plus Excellent Benefits Package

Join our growing team and make a real impact every day at Golder Ranch Fire District! Join an amazing team of dedicated colleagues and courageous first responders who serve our community with commitment and heart. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be part of a collaborative, mission-driven organization where you’ll work alongside people you genuinely enjoy while making a direct impact on public safety and community well-being.

Under minimal supervision, the Permit Technician serves as the primary administrative and customer service support for the Fire Prevention Division. The position supports the permit process for construction activities within District boundaries and provides administrative assistance in accordance with established policies, procedures, and guidelines. This role functions as the primary point of contact for the Fire Prevention Division at the administrative offices located at Fire Station 380.

• Serves as the initial customer service representative for all individuals contacting or visiting the Fire Prevention Division offices.
• Supports internal and external customers with a high degree of accuracy, efficiency, confidentiality, attention to detail, and sound judgment.
• Screens permit applications, construction documents, and related submittals for completeness and compliance with local fire and state related codes, laws, ordinances, statutes, and construction standards.
• Accepts, maintains, and tracks submittals for construction permits, operational permits, and other miscellaneous submittal types.
• Routes plans and documents to appropriate departments for review, updates tracking systems, prints and processes documents, manages plan corrections, and notifies applicants of review status.
• Manages permit fees by creating invoices in accordance with the established fee schedule, submits invoices for payment, collects fees, and communicates fee status with inspectors.
• Creates, organizes, and maintains accurate permit and administrative files in manual and automated records systems.
• Responds to inquiries regarding plan submittals, fees, and requirements, or directs the need of the customer to appropriate personnel.
• Assists with public records requests by conducting research and document preparation.
• Provides general administrative support.
• Schedules appointments, meetings, and makes business related reservations as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Permit Administration and Regulatory Compliance – Knowledge of permitting processes, construction documentation, fire prevention principles, and applicable codes, regulations, ordinances, and standards. Understands the application of regulatory requirements to permit review, record maintenance, and customer guidance. Ability to interpret, apply, and communicate technical information.
• Communication and Customer Service – Communicates effectively and professionally while maintaining a customer-focused approach to interactions with internal and external stakeholders. Builds trust and credibility through active listening, responsiveness, professionalism, and respect for diverse perspectives.
• Technical Proficiency – Proficiency in the use of standard office equipment and computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite with the ability to learn and effectively utilize specialized department specific software applications (e.g., Bluebeam Revu).
• Attention to Detail and Accuracy – Consistent accuracy and attention to detail in preparing correspondence, performing data entry, maintaining records, and calculating, collecting, and processing fees in accordance with established fee schedules and procedures.
• Problem Solving and Judgment – Sound judgment and critical thinking when evaluating information, identifying…