Planning Technician I/II

The Planning Department's mission statement is "Building a Brighter Community One Plan at a Time". Our priority is to provide efficient and effective services to those we serve, citizens, business and property owners, visitors, and stakeholders. Click here to learn more about the Tehama County Planning Department Click here to learn more about Tehama County! SALARY (A-E Steps)

Planning Technician I :

$22.63•$27.50 Hourly/$1,810.40•$2,200.00

Biweekly Planning Technician II :

$24.98•$30.36 Hourly/$1,998.40•$2,428.80 Biweekly About the

Position:

Under direct or general supervision performs a variety of technical support functions and paraprofessional work in support of Planning Department staff, the public, and stakeholders. About the

Department:

The Planning Department serves as the land use information center for the County. The Department functions as a professional staff to the Board of Supervisors, the Planning Commission, and the Airport Land Use Commission. The Department disseminates information to the public regarding potential development areas for residential, commercial, industrial, and resource development and management. The Department is responsible for the maintenance and implementation of the County General Plan, the County Zoning, and implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The Department processes development applications and permit requests for land divisions, use permits, General Plan amendments, zone changes, and variances. It also processes permits and enforces state requirements for the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act (SMARA). In addition, the Department functions as the Census Data Center for the County and disseminates information regarding population, economic, and housing characteristics and trends. Provides technical assistance and information to staff and the public in the administration of specific planning programs, requirements, or ordinances, review and stamp plot plans to assure compliance with the General Plan, and Zoning Code Assign physical situs addresses to property proposed for development Provide general information relating to development and subdivision ordinance requirements Review and process applications submitted to the Planning Department to determine completeness of the information submitted Click the title below to view a complete job description. Planning Technician I | Planning Technician II Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Planning Technician I and II:

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12 th ) grade. College-level coursework or certifications in planning, drafting, construction or related field is highly desirable. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Planning Technician I :

One (1) year of experience providing support work or technical assistance in planning office. Experience working in a public agency setting is desirable.

Planning Technician II:

In addition to the above, two (2) years of experience equivalent to that of a Planning Technician I at the County of Tehama.

License & Special Requirements:

A valid California Class C driver's license or alternative form of transportation may be required for some positions at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The Department is currently recruiting for one (1) vacancy. Additionally, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Planning Technician I/II, as well as subsequent vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list. New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range. Candidates who exceed entry level qualifications may be considered, with approval from the Board of Supervisors, for placement at other than A step. Please submit ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered. To learn more about Tehama County's Recruitment & Selection process, please click here. If you have questions about this recruitment please contact: Melinda Touvell | 530-527-2200 | mtouvell@tehama.gov All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the County.

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