Plans and Permit Technician- Planning & Development Department-City of Fresno

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# Plans and Permit Technician- Planning & Development Department-City of Fresno > Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board · Fresno, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-08-18 **Salary:** USD 68,624–82,452 **Workplace:** on_site **Department:** Office Administration ## Description **Monthly Salary Range** $5,718 – $6,876/month Planning and Development focuses on both public and private property development throughout the city, as well as the sustainable management of our land and water resources and public infrastructure. This is your opportunity to become a member of an extraordinary organization and a dynamic team. Under close supervision, Plans and Permit Technicians perform a wide variety of technical and clerical duties such as receiving, logging, and distributing building plans and applications; calculates appropriate fees; checks plans and issues building permits for minor residential additions and alterations. Duties may include but are not limited to the following: - Receives application submittals at public counter for one-trade express permits such as re-roofs, electrical, mechanical and plumbing. - Calculates plan check review and permit fees based on applicable standards, including construction type, square footage, and project valuation. - Maintains, updates, organizes and file building plans, permits, and related documentation. - Reviews building plans and issues building permits for minor residential additions and alterations in accordance with applicable codes, standard details and approved design aids. - Responds to public inquiries regarding status of submitted projects and provides general information related to permitting processes, requirements and procedures. - Establishes positive working relationships with the public contractors, developers, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff. - Coordinates the routing and review of building plans and documents with other City departments and divisions as needed to facilitate the permitting process. Performs related duties as required. Full job specifications available to be viewed at: [](https://www.fresno.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/JS-Plans-and-Permit-Technician.pdf) One vacancy currently exists in the Planning and Development Department. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two years at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months. ## Requirements Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and does not assure a place on the eligibility list. Possession of a high school diploma or GED. **AND** - Two (2) years of increasingly responsible administrative experience in an architectural, engineering, building, or similar office. **OR** - Completion of thirty (30) units from an accredited college or university with major coursework in architecture, engineering, drafting, and construction or related field. **AND** - One (1) year of increasingly responsible administrative experience in a municipal or county building or planning department. - If qualifying with accredited college or university credits, a copy of the transcripts must be attached for verification of requirements. Applicants lacking attached transcript proof may be rejected. - Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record. - Possession of a current certificate as a Plans and Permits Technician by a recognized code publishing organization such as the International Code Council (ICC), within one year of appointment. - Eligible candidates certified for consideration for this position and subsequently selected following a Department interview will be required to successfully complete a Department of Justice fingerprint process prior to employment with the City of Fresno. **The Selection Process:** The examination process may consist of the following: - Written Examination: 100% - The written examination is designed to assess a candidate's knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform as a Plans and Permit Technician which may include the following areas: codes, regulations, customer service, interpersonal relations, math, planning, and software. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list. The written exam is tentatively scheduled for the week of: September 7, 2026. **How to Apply:** - Please visit [](https://www.fresno.gov/jobs) to apply. **ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED** and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application. - **ALL CORRESPONDENCE** regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the junk mail or spam folders. It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders as well. - For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage. Effective April 1st, 2026, the City of Fresno is transitioning to a new recruitment system, NEOGOV. An account in the new system will be required to apply for the City of Fresno job opportunities after this date. - If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721. **Veteran's Preference:** Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score. **Equal Opportunity Employer:** The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need special accommodations due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination. ## Benefits **Medical Insurance:** - UNIT 3 Classification - The Fresno City Employees Association, Inc. (FCEA) HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents. **Flexible Spending Account:** - IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses. - DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings. **Vacation Leave:** - Accrue 8 - 14.66 hours per month based on years of service. SICK LEAVE: Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days. **Short Term Disability:** - Provided through California SDI program. - BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free. **Retirement:** - City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other CA public agencies. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. - City employees do not participate in Social Security. DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. - Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options. - Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at [](https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1) . ## Apply [Apply at Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board](https://apply.workable.com/frwdb/j/116BFF7AB7/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)