Hybrid Wildfire Permitting & Mitigation Coordinator

Jefferson County, Colorado; Golden (CO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible schedules

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Jefferson County in Colorado seeks a Permit Technician & Wildfire Mitigation Coordinator to support the Planning & Zoning Division. You will review permit applications, determine fees, process permits, and coordinate new WUI and WRC/building requirements.

You will be a primary public interface, answering inquiries, researching records, and explaining code interpretations related to WUI/WRC. The role supports essential county services and wildfire mitigation while aligning with infrastructure and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Land Use, Planning, Urban & Regional Planning or similar.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.
• Experience: Minimum one year.

Responsibilities

• Assist at the front counter and respond to inquiries; explain code interpretations and determine inspection sequences.
• Review and issue permits; ensure compliance and inspect landscaping and forest mitigation where applicable.
• Process permits by reviewing regulations and evaluate land use and development proposals.
• Research AE, MVR, SE and other administrative cases; provide input on development cases.

Skills

Strong writing

Public presentations

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Land Use, Planning, Urban & Regional Planning or similar

Job description

Jefferson County in Colorado seeks a Permit Technician & Wildfire Mitigation Coordinator to support the Planning & Zoning Division. You will review permit applications, determine fees, process permits, and coordinate new WUI and WRC/building requirements.

You will be a primary public interface, answering inquiries, researching records, and explaining code interpretations related to WUI/WRC. The role supports essential county services and wildfire mitigation while aligning with infrastructure and