Community Development Technician

City of Lake Elsinore•Lake Elsinore, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, provides information to the public related to planning, engineering, and/or development application processes, plan review processes, fees, and other polices and procedures; receives and reviews applications; calculates and collects fees; routes plans for review; prepares and maintains permit records and files; provides administrative support; performs other related duties as required. The Community Development Technician is the journey level class in which incumbents are expected to perform the full scope of permit processing and related support duties with minimum supervision. Assignments are characterized by the presence of fairly clear guidelines from which to make decisions and the availability of supervision when required. Incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher class level.

Requirements

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver's license.
Local municipal code sections as related to zoning, construction and permit processing procedures
Various construction methods and terminology
Basic planning and engineering concepts
California Land Use Law and Subdivision Map act
Real property description and terminology
Basic research methods used in the collection, tabulation, analysis and application of data
Public relations techniques and procedures
Basic principles of mathematics
Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations
Methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments
Standard office procedures, practices and equipment
Modern office equipment, including a computer and applicable software
Methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing
Proper English, spelling and grammar
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices
Read, interpret and review maps, plans, blueprints and supporting documentation
Develop and maintain tracking system
Collect, analyze and present data
Work with the public in a courteous and friendly manner
Perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately
Interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations
Read, interpret and record data accurately
Organize, prioritize and follow-up on work assignments
Work independently and as part of a team
Make sound decisions within established guidelines
Analyze a complex issue, and develop and implement an appropriate response
Follow written and oral directions
Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Operate standard office equipment, including a computer and variety of word processing and software applications
Operate automated record keeping and permit tracking systems.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience performing increasingly responsible office support duties related to Community Development and the processing of applications and issuing of permits
College level coursework in planning, engineering, land use, or a related field

Responsibilities

Provides customer service by responding to public and agency inquiries by phone and at the counter; provides information regarding policies, procedures, and application processes related to planning, engineering, and/or building; works cooperatively with property owners, contractors, architects, developers, engineers or their representatives to resolve questions regarding permit issuance and permit fees.
Receives planning, building and engineering plans and specifications for completeness, review and conformance to permit requirements and regulations; routes plans to appropriate staff; reviews basic plans without involving planning staff; processes applications.
Calculates various planning, engineering and building fees; writes-up receipts for customers; coordinates fee collection with the cashier.
Explains zoning code and development, basic engineering requirements and the way projects flow throughout the Community Development Department to the public and developers.
Determines Zoning and General Plan designation and flood zones of property; prepares vicinity maps on the GIS; prepares CEQA notices.
Issues a variety of ministerial permits, such as sign permits, building permits, temporary use permits and grading permits.
Processes large family daycare permits; processes applications for current planning projects, including reviewing plans for compliance with all applicable codes and development standards; writes staff reports and conditions of approval; presents projects to Planning Commission.
Develops, implements, and maintains a coordination and tracking system for the three Divisions within Community Development.
Updates the Planning Division activity reports and tentative meeting schedules; maintains awareness of the activities of the planners and project status.
Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff and the public.