Our client is seeking a Planning Technician for a temporary assignment. Must be bilingual!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive and process a variety of development applications for completeness; collect and distribute applicable planning fees; approve various permit applications and issue required permits.

• Read, interpret and review street, sewer and architectural plans; explain City ordinances; advise on changes and adjustments to plans.

• Answer questions and provide information to the public; interpret data and explain requirements, regulations and procedures; assist with inquiries pertaining to current or comprehensive planning.

• Process, log and transmit new development applications; maintain land management database system.

• Prepare and update zoning, general plans and existing land use maps using technical drafting equipment and computer programs; prepare charts; displays and exhibits for meetings and newspaper advertisements.

• Assist planners in reviewing plans to determine compliance with laws, codes and ordinances; assist in the preparation of reports and other materials.

• Assist in responding to requests for information from other departments and governmental agencies regarding the General Plan, Zoning Code, City Regulatory Documents, and Subdivision Code.

• Research, collect, compile, record and summarize technical data; research and evaluate business license applications to ensure consistency with zoning requirements; maintain planning, statistical, photographic and historical records within area of assignment.

• Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in computer applications as they affect planning programs.

• Participate in a variety of special projects as assigned.

• Attend a variety of Planning Commission, City Council, community and other professional group meetings. Prepare reports and memorandums for recommendation and presentation, on a limited basis, to the Planning Commission. Publicly post required hearing notices.

• Provide backup for Civic Center receptionist for customer service coverage when necessary.

• Performs duties of a disaster services worker in event of an emergency.

• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Basic principles and concepts of urban planning.

• Basic computer functions and applicable software including AutoCAD and GIS.

• Basic report writing, research and data compilation methods.

• Methods and techniques of drafting.

• Principles and procedures of record keeping.

• Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers.

• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Ability to:

• Perform general drafting and mapping work using appropriate equipment.

• Learn pertinent laws, codes, ordinances and regulations related to planning activities.

• Assist in the review of plans and specifications.

• Evaluate and process permit applications.

• Explain planning and zoning programs to the public.

• Compile technical and statistical information and prepare basic reports.

• Read and understand maps, site plans, zoning codes and related information.

• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

• Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

• Maintain mental capacity which allows for effective interaction and communication with others.

• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

Education and Experience:

Two (2) years of increasingly responsible planning, development or engineering experience. Associate’s degree in urban planning or closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Full-time

Pay = $30.72