Permit Coordinator I

Permit Coordinator I

Salary

$51,893.00 - $75,244.85 Annually

Location

Adams County Government Center, 4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Brighton, CO

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

07607

Department

Community & Economic Development

Opening Date

08/06/2026

Closing Date

8/20/2026 4:30 PM Mountain

Our Mission

To responsibly serve the Adams County community with integrity and innovation.

EEO

Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Position classification

Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite.

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

What Success Looks Like In This Job

The individual in this position performs a variety of professional and technical duties including assisting with permits for building, land use development, engineering, right-of-way (ROW) and infrastructure, as well as licensing associated with ambulances, short-term rentals, liquor, and marijuana, and collection of fees including the Stormwater Utility. Additionally, this position provides intake services to include preliminary technical review of plan sets and documents for completion. This position must be dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers and delivering excellent customer service. The Permit Coordinator I provides information and assistance to other county staff, contractors, developers, external agencies, and the general public. Attention to detail, a strong sense of accountability, and the ability to work with a broad range of individuals in a dynamic workplace are essential qualities.

Examples of Duties for Success

• Respond to inquiries regarding International Council of Codes (ICC) Building Codes, permitting processes, building permit requirements, specifications, and calculations.
• Respond to inquiries regarding Adams County Development Standards and Regulations, land use and zoning, case types and management, application processes, and submittal items.
• Assist applicants with the preparation of plan sets and documents for submittal of building permits, land use cases, engineering review, licensing applications, and ROW and infrastructure permits.
• Review licensing applications, building permit, ROW and infrastructure permit, engineering, and land use development case applications for completeness along with additional review for permits/cases.
• Process and issue building permit requests and prepare Certificate of Occupancies for Chief Building Official to sign.
• Respond to inquiries regarding building inspections, scheduling, and results of inspections.
• Receive, log, and refer complaints regarding alleged building code violations as well as alleged Adams County Development Standards and Regulations violations.
• Calculate, collect, and record building permit, ROW and infrastructure, engineering, and land use and development fees as well as collect Stormwater Utility fees.
• Collect, record and track insurance and bond information from contractors.
• Create, proofread, and distribute a variety of forms, reports, letters, memoranda, presentations, and statistical charts.
• Research, compile, and collect documents/records requested by the public and authorized by the County Attorney for the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA).
• Collect, update, and maintain a variety of electronic files and records.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications for Success

• Working knowledge of all Community & Economic Development (CED) division functions, roles, and responsibilities.
• Knowledge of ICC building codes and understanding of the application of ordinances, laws, and regulations pertaining to land use and zoning as well as permitting for building, engineering, ROW, and infrastructure.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn a variety of permitting processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn the Adams County Development Standards and Regulations.
• Strong technical aptitude and the ability to understand and apply code, ordinance, and regulation standards.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn code violations and the processes associated with resolving/addressing the violations.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn and understand the fundamentals of engineering and architectural drawings related to building construction and design elements, as well as construction site plans.
• Mathematical skills required to determine, asses, and calculate fees, along with strong mathematical reasoning ability to identify errors.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn to draft correspondence and reports; track, file, and retain electronic documents.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn the operation of county-supported software, to include MS 360, Accela, ProjectDox, JD Edwards, Cisco, and other software used in the Community & Economic Development Department. GIS skills are a plus.
• Ability to schedule and coordinate projects; set priorities and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

More Qualifications for Success

Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered.

Experience:

• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience working with the public in a customer service role and knowledge of ICC Building Codes and/or land use regulations and zoning.
• Computer literacy is required; experience working with permitting software systems is strongly preferred.

Education and Training: High school diploma or GED equivalent.

License or Certificate: This position requires an ICC certification as a Permit Technician or the ability to obtain the certification within 12 months.

Other: Bilingual skills in English and Spanish preferred.

Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check.

Adams County and the 17th Judicial District Attorneys Office complies with Colorado's Job Application Fairness Act ("JAFA"). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant's age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.

Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.

Benefits You Expect:

• AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
• Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
• Generous Vacation/Sick leave
• Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Plan
• Short-Term Disability

Plus some you might not expect:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Fitness Center
• Employee Health Clinics
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Recreation Center Discounts
• Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Wellness programs
• Lactation friendly certified workplace

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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• Yes, I understand but disagree.

02

Please indicate how you best meet the minimum experience and education requirements for this role.

• I have two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience working with the public in a customer service role and knowledge of ICC Building Codes and/or land use regulations and zoning AND a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• I have a related Associates degree or above.
• None of the above

03

This position requires an ICC certification as a Permit Technician or the ability to obtain the certification within 12 months. Do you or can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

04

This role has a preference for bilingual skills in Spanish and English. Do you meet this preference?

• Yes
• No

05

Please briefly explain your relevant experience to the role, including years of experience. Please do not list "See resume."

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Do you have any related certifications? If yes, please explain.

Required Question

Employer Adams County

Address 4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000B

Brighton, Colorado, 80601-8213

Website http://www.adamscountyco.gov/careers