Permit Technician or Assistant Planner

Permit Technician – Latah County
Latah County is seeking a qualified candidate for a full-time Permit Technician in the
Planning, Building & GIS Department. The starting wage is $22.42 to $24.31 per hour,
depending on experience and education, and includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Position Summary
The Permit Technician performs a wide range of technical and administrative duties
supporting building permit and land use processes. This position serves as a primary point
of contact for the public in a high volume and fast-paced environment. This position assists
the Planning, Building and GIS Departments; assists applicants; answers questions; helps
coordinate permits from application through issuance and inspection; conducts research;
prepares written and oral reports for various land use proposals, appeals, and meetings;
clerks meetings and hearings; and helps administer the departments’ database, including
generating reports; and assists with office support operations. The position may also assist
with County-initiated projects and long-range planning. Must attend evening meetings and
hearings and conduct fieldwork on uneven or unimproved terrain.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate degree or equivalent, two (2) years of experience working in an office (or one year
with a Bachelor’s degree), at least one (1) year of GIS experience or equivalent education,
advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, proficiency with database systems, strong
communication, customer service, and organizational skills, ability to read maps, legal
descriptions, and technical documents, valid driver’s license (must be maintained).
Application Information
Application is available at: https://latahcountyid.gov/employment/ or at the Planning
Department, 200 S. Almon St., Suite 102, Moscow (208-883-7220). Submit a completed
application, resume, references, and cover letter electronically to
mfuson@latahcountyid.gov. Paper applications can be submitted at the office above. First
review is May 20, 2026 (open until filled). A full job description is available upon request
at mfuson@latahcountyid.gov. EOE/ADA – if you are in need of an accommodation please
let us know prior to any interview. Preference will be given to qualified veterans.
Applicants requesting preference must provide required documentation (DD-214) with
their application.
For Assistant Planner description, please scroll to page 2.
Assistant Planner – Latah County
Latah County is seeking a motivated and qualified candidate for a full-time Assistant
Planner position within the Planning, Building & GIS Department. This position offers a
starting wage of $25.68 to $27.84 per hour, depending on experience and education, and
includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Position Summary
The Assistant Planner processes and reviews land use applications, conducts code and
compliance and enforcement activities. This position serves as a primary point of contact
for the public in a high volume and fast-paced environment. This position assists the
Planning, Building and GIS Departments; prepares and occasionally presents written and
oral reports for various land use proposals, appeals, and meetings; clerks meetings and
hearings; and helps administer the departments’ database, including generating reports.
The position may also administer assigned planning and zoning programs and assist with
County-initiated projects and long-range planning. The position requires regular interaction
with the public, partner agencies, and community groups. Must attend evening meetings
and hearings and conduct fieldwork on uneven or unimproved terrain.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in planning, geography, rural sociology, land use policy, or other field, at
least one (1) year of experience using GIS, knowledge of land use planning principles,
regulations, and enforcement practices, ability to interpret legal descriptions and prepare
maps, strong research, writing, and analytical skills, excellent customer service and
communication skills, proficiency with computers and technology especially database
management and document preparation, valid driver’s license (must be maintained).
How to Apply
Application is available at: https://latahcountyid.gov/employment/ or at the Planning
Department, 200 S. Almon St., Suite 102, Moscow (208-883-7220). Submit a completed
application, resume, references, and cover letter electronically to
mfuson@latahcountyid.gov. Paper applications can be submitted at the office above. First
review is May 20, 2026 (open until filled). A full job description is available upon request
at mfuson@latahcountyid.gov. EOE/ADA – if you are in need of an accommodation please
let us know prior to any interview. Preference will be given to qualified veterans.
Applicants requesting preference must provide required documentation (DD-214) with
their application.