FIRE PERMIT TECHNICIAN Job at Los Angeles County Department of Human Resources
Los Angeles County Department of Human Resources Los Angeles County, CA
FIRE DEPARTMENT
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
APPLICATION FILING PERIOD:
April 17, 2023 at 8:00 A.M. (PT) – April 28, 2023 at 5:00 P.M. (PT)
EXAM NUMBER :
33771D
DEFINITION:
Under general supervision, performs review of simple fire alarm, fire sprinkler and building plans, including, but not limited to, single-family residences, minor interior tenant improvements, minor modifications to fire alarm systems, and modifications with less than 20 sprinkler heads, as well as permit applications, and a wide variety of public counter duties in a fire prevention office.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
Positions allocable to this class typically report to a Supervising Fire Prevention Engineering Assistant or a Fire Captain and are responsible for performing review of simple fire alarm, fire sprinkler and building plans, including, but not limited to, single-family residences, minor interior tenant improvements, minor modifications to fire alarm systems, and modifications with less than 20 sprinkler heads and permit applications to determine completeness and general compliance to applicable building and fire codes and related regulations; performing a wide variety of public counter duties such as providing customer service, data entry, responding to telephone inquiries. Positions in this class must possess basic knowledge of engineering terminology, principles and practices; have the ability to apply the knowledge to the plan approval and inspection process, read building plans, legal land subdivision maps and parcel maps; and interpret related codes, rules and regulations. Assignments are characterized by the presence of clear guidelines and procedures.
Essential Job Functions
- Conducts review of simple site, building, fire sprinkler, and/or fire alarm system plans, (e.g., single-family residences, minor tenant improvements, minor modifications to fire alarms systems, modifications with less than 20 sprinkler heads, subdivisions, entitlements) in order to ensure accuracy completeness, and compliance with applicable codes, rules and regulations and issue approvals for permits.
- Responds to inquiries from the public by reviewing and interpreting applicable codes, construction plan requirements, and department regulations.
- Calculates charges for developer fees by using standardized formulas, and computerized systems.
- Creates and maintains project files by updating and storing documents (e.g., logging, routing, filing) electronically; and tracking information on specified systems (e.g., EPIC, LA, Permit Tracking System) in order to retain records and ensure proper maintenance of documentation.
- Maintains office and miscellaneous supplies (e.g., electronic equipment) by keeping track of inventory; ordering supplies and updating upper management, as needed, in order to ensure supplies are available at all times.
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Option I: One year of experience in a public agency reviewing simple plans and permit applications.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Option I: One year of experience in a public agency reviewing simple plans and permit applications.
Option II: Completion of 15 semester units or 23 quarter units in an accredited college or university in building inspection technology, architectural drafting, engineering, or fire protection related courses.
Option III: Current certification by the International Code Council as a Permit Technician or equivalent permit technician certification.
No out-of-class experience will be accepted.
Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national, or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluations, Inc. (AICE).
Educational/Certification requirement: Applicants for this position must include a legible copy of their official diploma, transcripts, certifications, or a letter from the accredited institution
at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class II – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
Additional Information
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be submitted online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this web site.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements as listed on this job posting. Any required documents (i.e., transcripts or certifications) must be submitted at the time of filing or within 15 days from submitting your application.
Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
Your application is subject to review and may be rejected at any time during the examination and hiring process.
Passing this examination and being added to the eligible list does not guarantee an offer of employment.
Applicants claiming Veteran's Credit need to submit a copy of their DD214 form for review and consideration for additional points.
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of two (2) parts:
Part I: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment, weighted at 80%, covering:
- Responsibility
- Achievement
- Professional Potential
- Teamwork
- Mathematical Calculations
- Reading Comprehension
MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
Part II: A writing assessment, weighted 20% measuring English Structure and Content, Written Expression, and Prioritizing Information.
APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH WEIGHTED TEST PART IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:
Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination.- This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred.
NOTE: All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add AOganesyan@hr.lacounty.gov, Norma.Cabrales@fire.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, talentcentral@shl.com,
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Test scores cannot be given over the phone.
Applicants can opt out of emails from Los Angeles County; however, if you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County.
It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION:
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.
TEST PREPARATION: Test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for written employment tests: Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/. Please click on "Find a Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test Preparation Information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.
You can also access test preparation for the computerized portion of the test by going to http://www.shldirect.com/practice_tests.html.
While these practice materials will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review ALL related materials that you deem necessary.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE: The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly show that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Please fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely and correctly to receive full credit for any related education, training, and job experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your actual job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed, total number of hours worked (full or part time). Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for this job. Your application will be rejected if it is incomplete. We may reject your application at any time during the selection process.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible list in order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.
AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any Shift - Appointees must be willing to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible list resulting from this examination will be used to fill the Fire Permit Technician vacancies in the County of Los Angeles Fire Department, as they occur.
BACKGROUND CHECK INFORMATION: Candidates who are extended a conditional offer of employment will be required to complete a background check, including a review of any criminal convictions, which requires a fingerprint scan. A candidate with a conviction history which has a direct and adverse relationship with the duties of the Fire Permit Technician position may undergo the process for his/her conditional offer of employment to be rescinded. If rescinded, a candidate's name will be removed from the certification list pursuant to Civil Service Rule 6.04.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The County of Los Angeles Fire Department is committed to promoting Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst various groups of people. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Refer to their website for more information: http://lacountylibrary.org.
NO SHARING OF USER ID, EMAIL AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
Testing Accommodation Coordinator Phone: (213) 466-5500
Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2922
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
Department Contact Name: Fire Examination Section
Department Contact Phone: (213) 466-5500
Department Contact Email: Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov
Department Contact FAX: (323) 264-7159
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