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Everyone visiting the Sheriff’s Office in Washoe County to obtain either a new or a renewal child care work permit card is required to bring their Authorization Form with them to their appointment.

  • For child care center employees, the authorization form must be signed by the director or owner of the child care center.
  • However, center directors and owners may NOT sign the back of their own applications; instead, theirs must be signed by Washoe County Human Services Agency.
  • For family child care homes and group homes, the authorization form must be signed by Washoe County Human Services Agency. 

Please call 337-4470 with any questions, or to obtain an authorization signed by Washoe County Human Services Agency.

Applicant Authorization