Permit Technician
Salary
$5,148.00 - $7,606.00 Monthly
Location
City Hall, CA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2026-091
Department
Community Development
Division
Building Services (212)
Opening Date
05/28/2026
Closing Date
6/11/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
City and Job Overview
The City of Garden Grove is now accepting applications for:
PERMIT TECHNICIAN
Deadline to apply for this recruitment is Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. PST
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We are currently accepting applications for the positions of Permit Technician in the Building and Safety Division of the Community Development Department. Under general supervision responds to all requests regarding land development and construction on private and public property, including accepting, processing and issuing permit applications and plans, and maintains development and land use records. The ideal candidate will possess strong oral and written communication skills; be customer service oriented; possess excellent researching skills; and have experience with the latest industry software.
We are looking to fill one full-time vacancy with an energetic, customer service oriented professional. We anticipate creating an eligibility list from this recruitment that may be used to fill current and future vacancies for these classifications. Apply now!
Essential Duties
Requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from an accredited high school or successful completion of the G.E.D. (General Educational Development) exam AND two (2) years of experience dealing directly with the public.
Experience in building construction or engineering is highly desirable.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of at least one (1) International Code Council (ICC) certification is required at time of application. Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician certification is highly desirable.
California Class "C" drivers license is highly desirable.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Modern office methods, practices, and equipment; business report and correspondence formats; the principles and implementation of building and planning codes and ordinances; state laws related to permits and contractor licensing; standard office practices and procedures including business correspondence, filing and standard office equipment operation; basic principles and methods of public administration, research and statistics; and effective customer service techniques and principles.
ABILITY TO:
Work effectively, tactfully and courteously with the public, City staff, private developers and elected officials; think and act quickly within a complex work environment to analyze situations and make decisions regarding procedural matters without immediate supervision; understand and carry out complex technical directions; interpret codes, regulations, and fee schedules; make basic arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy; prepare and maintain accurate and complete records and reports; operate standard office equipment, including personal computers using database management software and MS Word; and commit to providing quality customer service.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Incumbents in this classification stand, walk, bend, twist, reach above and below shoulder level, speak clearly, hear normal voice conversation, distinguish shades and colors, see small details, and use a telephone and a personal computer.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Incumbents in this classification work in an open-office environment, and direct contact with the public.
Other Important Information
HOW TO APPLY
Online applications can be completed by visiting: www.ggcity.org/hr. Questions regarding this position may be sent via email to ggjobs@ggcity.org. City Hall is open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and every other Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The deadline to apply is Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. PST.
Online application packets must include:
The job application must be completely filled out. A resume must be attached but cannot substitute for the information required on the application. Be sure to include any education, training or other relevant course work that would make you a particularly strong candidate.
Your application will be reviewed very carefully, and only those who appear to have the best qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to further testing.
THE SELECTION PROCESS
Selection process will consist of:
Candidates who may need accommodations during the selection process must contact the Human Resources Department at ggjobs@ggcity.org at least one week prior to any test dates.
APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE COMMUNICATION THROUGH EMAIL ONLY. Applicants should check their email and spam mail for all notices. If there are any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Human Resources Department at ggjobs@ggcity.org.
NEPOTISM POLICY
The City has adopted a Nepotism Policy that may affect the status of a candidate's application. Please refer to the Garden Grove Municipal Code 2.44.440 Nepotism Policy for more information.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Garden Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, marital status, religion, ancestry, national origin, medical condition, non-disqualifying disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, or other protected class covered by appropriate law.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
Per Government Code 3100, in the event of a disaster, employees of the City of Garden Grove are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
VACATION
Accrues at the following rates:
HOLIDAYS: 14 paid holidays a year (up to 125 hours)
SICK LEAVE: Accrues at 8 hours for each full calendar month of service.
CAFETERIA PLAN HEALTH INSURANCE: The City provides each eligible employee a fringe benefit allocation to purchase benefits for themselves and their dependents. Any unused portion of the allowance may be put into a deferred compensation plan, or taken as cash at the end of the year, or invested into a Flexible Reimbursement Account in which employees may tax-defer funds to use to pay for childcare or to cover those health and dental care expenses (deductibles, etc.) that are not reimbursed by an insurance carrier.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION PROGRAM: Employees may contribute to a 457(b) account up to the maximum as determined by the IRS annually. There is no City contribution.
RETIREMENT:
Tier I - Employees hired prior to January 1, 2013, are covered by the "2.5% at 55" single highest year option of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plan. Employees contribute eight percent (8%) of salary to PERS on a tax-deferred basis. Employees hired after January 1, 2013 that have already been enrolled in CalPERS or another reciprocal retirement system and do not have a break in service of more than six (6) months may be hired into Tier I. The plan also includes the 1959 Survivor Benefit (Indexed Level), and $5,000 death benefit.
Tier II - Employees hired after January 1, 2013, are covered by the "2% at 62" three highest year average option of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plan. Employees contribute half of the normal cost to PERS on a tax-deferred basis. The plan also includes the 1959 Survivor Benefit (Indexed Level), and $5,000 death benefit.
BILINGUAL INCENTIVE: Employees may receive $85 per pay period if designated by the department head and certified by Human Resources to use bilingual verbal and translation abilities for languages such as Spanish, Korean, Vietnamese, or other designated languages. A designated and certified bilingual employee required to utilize his/her verbal-only bilingual abilities (Vietnamese, Korean, Spanish and/or any other language designated by the City Manager) on City business will be paid $65 each pay period.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Employees who successfully pass probation may receive up to $3,000 per year for pre-approved completed coursework toward a college degree.
RIDESHARE PROGRAM: Incentives in the form of various gift certificates and transportation subsidies are provided to encourage ride sharing and other types of alternate commuting modes.
Please visit the Citys website for more information: https://ggcity.org/hr/salary-and-benefits
THE BENEFITS LISTED ABOVE ARE ONLY RELEVANT TO FULL TIME EMPLOYEES. BENEFITS FOR PART-TIME BENEFITED AND NON-BENEFITED EMPLOYEES WILL DIFFER FROM THOSE OF A FULL TIME EMPLOYEE.
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Please carefully read these instructions: Your responses to the supplemental questions below will be used to determine your qualifications for the position.
You are required to answer ALL of the supplemental questions as truthfully and accurately as possible. Your responses to these questions are subject to verification and may be assessed in subsequent examination parts. Any sign of deliberate misinformation or intentional exaggeration may result in disqualification from this examination process.
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What is the highest level of education you have completed?
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How many years of experience dealing directly with the public do you possess?
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How many years of building construction or engineering experience do you possess?
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How many years of government or municipality experience do you possess?
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Do you currently possess a valid California Class "C" driver license?
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Do you currently possess a valid certification from the International Code Council (ICC)?
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Do you currently possess a valid Permit Technician certification from the International Code Council (ICC)?
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Have you attached a copy of your valid certification from the ICC? If not, please save your application and attach a copy of your certificate. Failure to demonstrate possession of this certificate may result in disqualification from this recruitment.
Required Question
Employer City of Garden Grove
Address 11222 Acacia Parkway
P.O. Box 3070
Garden Grove, California, 92840
Phone (714) 741-5004
Website https://ggcity.org/hr