PERMIT TECHNICIAN I-II

City of Long Beach; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Long Beach seeks a Permit Technician I–II to support the public and development community at the permit counter and related offices. This full-time, on-site role reviews permit applications for building and planning, ensures submittals meet codes, and assists applicants with requirements and fees.

Responsibilities include preliminary plan checks, routing to reviewers, responding to inquiries, scheduling inspections, and maintaining records and permit tracking systems in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Review and process permit applications.
• Verify completeness and compliance of submittals.
• Explain permitting requirements and fees to applicants.
• Maintain records and permit tracking systems.
• Collaborate with inspectors, planners, and code enforcement staff.

Responsibilities

• Review and process permit applications for building, planning, and related activities.
• Provide information to applicants and contractors in person, by phone, and electronically.
• Perform preliminary plan checks for accuracy and completeness.
• Route plans and documents to appropriate reviewers.
• Assist with scheduling inspections and maintaining records.

Skills

Customer service

Written communication

Verbal communication

Data entry

Fee calculation

Plan review basics

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Construction/planning coursework

Public administration coursework

Tools

Permitting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

The City of Long Beach is a diverse, coastal community of approximately 465,000 residents, spanning 52 square miles in Southwest Los Angeles County and ranking as the seventh largest city in California. Known for its shoreline, marinas, and beaches, Long Beach offers a strong quality of life supported by a mild climate and ocean breezes. The city is home to major attractions and destinations, including the Queen Mary, Aquarium of the Pacific, and the Long Beach Grand Prix. As America’s cargo gateway to the Pacific Rim through the Port of Long Beach, one of the nation’s busiest container ports, Long Beach is a major hub for business and commerce. The city is also recognized for environmentally safe off‑shore oil operations and a broad base of commercial enterprises, providing a dynamic environment for public service careers.

Role Description

The Permit Technician I–II is a full-time, on-site role located in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, serving the public and development community at the City of Long Beach’s permit counter and related offices. This role reviews and processes permit applications for building, planning, and related activities, ensuring that submittals are complete and in compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, and departmental procedures. Daily responsibilities include providing information to applicants and contractors, performing preliminary plan checks for accuracy and completeness, and routing plans and documents to appropriate reviewers. The Permit Technician responds to inquiries in person, by phone, and electronically, explains permitting requirements and fees, and assists with scheduling inspections. The position also maintains records and permit tracking systems, prepares routine reports, and collaborates with inspectors, planners, and code enforcement staff to support efficient and compliant development services.

Qualifications

• Ability to review and process permit applications, including familiarity with Permit Applications and Building Permits.
• Knowledge of basic Plan Review principles and procedures to verify completeness and compliance of submittals.
• Understanding of Code Enforcement concepts and local building, zoning, and related regulations.
• Strong Customer Service skills for assisting applicants, residents, contractors, and design professionals in a clear, professional, and respectful manner.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, recordkeeping, and fee calculation, with proficiency in standard office and permitting software.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical requirements in accessible language.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and other city departments in a fast-paced, public-facing environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework or experience in construction, planning, public administration, or a related field is beneficial.
• Experience in a municipal or governmental permitting office, or in construction/inspection support roles, is highly desirable