Permit Technician

This position is open until filled, with the first review of candidates scheduled for March 6, 2026, or until a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been received, whichever occurs sooner. Therefore, we encourage you to apply early.

The Human Resources Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Permit Technician in the Engineering Department. This recruitment may be used to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies. This position will report to the Headquarters campus located in Placerville to promote team collaboration and cohesiveness.

Under general supervision performs routine to complex technical and administrative support functions for an assigned department; provides technical and administrative support in the development, preparation and maintenance of technical reports, permits or licenses, regulatory and compliance data, spreadsheets, correspondence and other related tasks and documentation; collects, analyzes, evaluates, and maintains data from a variety of sources, divisions and departments and prepares necessary monthly, quarterly and annual reports for regulatory oversight agencies;

and maintains operational permits and compliance records issued by regulatory agencies.

This is a single, technical journey level class where employees within this class perform the full range of duties as assigned including the collection, compilation and generation of a variety of routine and special reports, charts, maps, graphs and other diagrams; maintains data necessary for the proper operation of District programs, retention policies, initiatives, permits, and regulatory reporting. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Receives general supervision from an assigned Supervisor, Manager and/or Department Head.

The duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

• Collects, reviews and compiles data from a variety of sources; produces technical reports for submittal to regulatory agencies for permit renewal, regulatory compliance, and or division initiatives.
• Maintains District operational permits and licenses specific to the needs and requirements of assigned division, and related facilities and equipment.
• Researches, compiles, and tracks a variety of operational data and use said data for special projects and in the preparation of comprehensive reports.
• Receives, scans and compiles various data, reports, statements and permits for management approval to support District operations and/or submittal to regulatory agencies.
• Generates and prepares a variety of highly technical reports, permits and statements utilizing various database information systems in coordination with input from District personnel engaged in associated tasks.
• Analyzes, calculates and makes recommendations regarding operational efficiency savings related to various District operations, database maintenance, formats, procedures, and data needs.
• Completes a variety of monthly, quarterly, semi‑annual and annual statistical reports, for management approval, related to division operations.
• Performs and provides a wide variety of highly responsible technical and administrative support duties of the division.
• Prepares, presents, and explains staff reports and correspondence, and documents the results of technical analysis, permits, and other regulatory statements.
• Coordinates and makes travel arrangements for department personnel; maintains appointment schedules and calendars; coordinates meetings with other District departments and divisions and outside agencies; organizes and arranges meetings, conferences and related functions.
• Provides technical and administrative support and assistance in assigned department related to specific program initiatives such as permit violations/updates, operational forecasting, regulatory reporting, emergency preparedness, and other regulatory or compliance requirements.
• Develops, maintains and archives a variety of files and records for information related to division; maintains manuals and updates resource materials.
• Interprets and applies District policies, procedures, and administrative directives, may prepare and revise various operating procedures and develop and revise department forms, as needed.
• Communicates laws and regulations in response to inquiries or complaints; refers inquiries as appropriate. May support Department staff in the negotiation and development of various agreements.
• Evaluates new and existing legal, administrative and other requirements as they pertain to administrative operations; drafts procedures to ensure compliance and overall effectiveness of staff operations.
• Tracks and processes purchase orders and invoices for payments.
• Builds and maintains positive working…