Job Information
City of Reno Development Permit Technician in Reno, Nevada
POSITION: Development Permit Technician
SCHEDULE:Full-time
LOCATION:Reno, NV
SALARY:
$59,592.00 - $83,824.00
Closing Date
3/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
TO APPLY:
Direct Link -https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/reno/jobs/5200095/development-permit-technician?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Careers Page -http://www.cityofreno.com
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SUMMARY:
The ideal candidate in this position thrives in a customer service role and has a good understanding of building permit processes. They
will
review building permit applications for completeness and compliance with established guidelines. They will provide assistance and answer questions from the general public regarding building permits. They will also perform a variety of clerical tasks relative to their assigned area of responsibility.
MINIMUM/PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
The following minimum qualifications are required to be met at the time of application.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Work Experience: Two years of responsible clerical experience involving front counter public contact, including one year of experience in processing regulatory applications, building permits, plan review, inspections, or similar work.
Certificate:
- Must possess or have the ability to obtain ICC Permit Technician Certificate within one year of employment.
*Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.*
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
Review building permit applications for completeness and adherence to established guidelines and building plans; ensure conformity with applicable building and land use codes.
Accept plans and related documents; review plans for conformity with ordinances and regulations to determine whether plans contain sufficient data to either issue a permit or accept for plan review; check plans for setbacks, zoning and building requirements; enter data into computer and set fees; sign off on projects as necessary and issue permits.
Verify completeness of permits and overall project status relative to all City departments; issue Certificates of Occupancy.
Receive, review, approve and process small scale projects including fences, sheds, decks and small additions; issue permits.
Route plans to planning staff or other staff for further review and analysis; receive plan revisions and attach to original plans; respond to questions regarding status of plans.
Provide architects, contractors and property owners with appropriate codes and building requirements; verify contractors have valid licenses to obtain permit.
Calculate and collect fees, fines and other charges for permit applications and plan checking activities in accordance with established guidelines.
Assist in the retrieval of information regarding various planning and public works projects; maintain accurate records and reports of plan checking operations.
Coordinate address assignment to structures and subdivisions under construction when permits are requested; coordinate addressing with developers, other City departments, and outs