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INTERNAL ONLY ** Permit Technician III

City of Commerce City
Community Development, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 5/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2026
 ** Only internal applicants will be considered for this position **
External applications will not be reviewed at this time.

Grow with our team as a Permit Technician III and play a key role in shaping safe, high-quality residential development in our community. In this advanced technical role, you will review residential construction plans for compliance with adopted building codes, clearly communicate design or code deficiencies to project stakeholders, and apply sound engineering principles throughout the review process. You will also conduct specialized field inspections of existing structures and prepare detailed reports that support informed decision-making. This position offers the opportunity to make an immediate impact through expertise, collaboration, and leadership.

Hiring salary is dependent upon experience. 
Hiring Range $31.83 - $35.37

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits packageHealth & wellness benefits, 6% retirement contribution match and 3% 457 Deferred Compensation match, general leave, work/life balance, and more.  

We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our success, and we are committed to creating a supportive and welcoming work environment for all of our employees. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply for this position today. Be A Part Of It and contribute to the vibrant growth and development of Commerce City as we strive to provide exceptional services and foster a thriving community.

Please review the full job description here!

Requires a high school diploma or GED and three years’ experience as a permit technician and one year in construction industry. Requires International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician Certification and Residential Plans Examiner Certification or must be able to obtain within 18 months from date of hire. Within 12 months of hire, the successful completion of the following FEMA incident management training courses is also required: ICS-100 and IS-700. An equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. A valid driver’s license is required. 



Commerce City is an equal opportunity employer.

Process Overview:

Apply Today: We ask that you complete and submit an online applicationwhich will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Qualification Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes and verify that the employee is in good standing.

Application Review: Applications for candidates that meet minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the hiring manager, who will review and evaluate application materials.

Interview(s):We aim to schedule in-person interviews with candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and pass the application review. 

Salary : $58,864 - $88,296

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