FIRE PERMIT TECHNICIAN - FIRE EMERGENCY

Position/Program Information

FIRE DEPARTMENT

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT

OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY

EXAM NUMBER

33771A-FR

APPLICATION FILING PERIOD

Applications will be accepted from Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until Friday, November 7, 2025,before 5:00 p.m. (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Friday, November 7, 2025, to be accepted.

The LA County Board of Supervisors has unanimously ratified a Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to the windstorms and wildfires , 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.

DEFINITION:
Under general supervision, performs review of simple fire alarm, fire sprinkler and building plans, including, but not limited to, single-family residences, minor interior tenant improvements, minor modifications to fire alarm systems, and modifications with less than 20 sprinkler heads, as well as permit applications, and a wide variety of public counter duties in a fire prevention office.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
Positions allocable to this class typically report to a Supervising Fire Prevention Engineering Assistant or a Fire Captain and are responsible for performing review of simple fire alarm, fire sprinkler and building plans, including, but not limited to, single-family residences, minor interior tenant improvements, minor modifications to fire alarm systems, and modifications with less than 20 sprinkler heads and permit applications to determine completeness and general compliance to applicable building and fire codes and related regulations; performing a wide variety of public counter duties such as providing customer service, data entry, responding to telephone inquiries. Positions in this class mustpossess basic knowledge of engineering terminology, principles and practices; have the ability to apply the knowledge tothe plan approval and inspection process, read building plans, legal land subdivision maps and parcel maps; andinterpret related codes, rules and regulations. Assignments are characterized by the presence of clear guidelines and procedures.

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: https://file.lacounty.gov/dhr/PPG%20123.pdf ( Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) and https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf .

If you are unable to attach the required documents, please e-mail them to: Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov , 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 Karen.Cuellar@fire.lacounty.gov , Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com , and info@governmentjobs.com 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 www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , 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: http://lacountylibrary.org .

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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Department Contact Name: Fire Examination Section

Department Contact Phone: (213) 466-5500

Department Contact Email: Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov

T eletype Phone: (800) 735-2929

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Closing Date/Time: 11/7/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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