Planning Technician (82969)

TOWN OF ERIE•Erie, CO

3d•$31 - $40•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Our Planning Team and Help Shape the Future of Our Town! Step into a key support role within the Town’s planning team. As a Planning Technician, you will assist in preparing planning documents, serve as the first point of contact for developers and the public, conduct routine plan reviews, and provide day-to-day support for professional planning staff. In this role, you’ll regularly interact with residents, landowners, developers, Town staff, the Planning Commission, Town Council, and advisory boards, helping them understand and navigate the Town of Erie’s Comprehensive Plan and Municipal Code. This position offers a hands-on introduction to municipal planning while contributing to the Town’s ongoing development and community initiatives. Review our Planning Division’s comprehensive plan and additional resources on the Town of Erie Planning & Development webpage. All staff are expected to adhere to the Town’s mission, vision and values of TRUE.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
At least three years planning, building, development review, and/or administrative background, customer service experience
A combination of education and experience may be considered.
If the employee will be driving, the Town will require a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record. A motor vehicle record will be pulled through the background check.
As a Planning Commission Secretary, you will be expected to attend Planning Commission evening meetings, twice a month.
Knowledge of zoning laws and comprehensive plans
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with architects, contractors, developers, property owners, supervisors, employees and the general public.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to research, prepare and analyze technical reports, including the ability to collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to make independent decisions
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
Skills in: Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong research and analytical skills
Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills
Proficient in ArcGIS, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and Adobe Suite programs

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in planning, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Public Administration or a related field.
Municipal, county or local government experience

Responsibilities

Assists developers and the public and serves as the first point of contact and assistance.
Handles routine matters as needed and refers more complex items to the appropriate staff person.
Processes and reviews Land Use Applications.
Coordinates staff, and referral agencies for multi-department reviews.
Reviews Architectural, Wireless Communication, Accessory Structures, Fence and Sign Permits for compliance with standards and regulations.
Acts as liaison with other public and private agencies.
Confers with property owners and developers to devise and recommend arrangements of land and physical facilities for residential, commercial, industrial, and community uses.
Assists Building Division and permitting staff with review of routine building plans as needed such as affirming site plan and zoning compliance for various types of building permits.
Serves as recording secretary for Planning Commission and may assist with Board of Adjustment and Appeals, and other standing Ad Hoc Committees as assigned. This will require attendance in evening meetings twice a month.
Conducts field work, site inspections, and surety monitoring as needed and documents works sites photographically.
May assist with review of Temporary Use Permits, Home Occupation/Business Licenses, and other licensing as needed.
Assists with preparation and maintenance of departmental records and reports for meetings, notices, agendas, and other related matters.
Performs related work as required and assigned.
May research planning documents for the Town, including but not limited to, the Town Comprehensive Plan, Unified Development Code and Design Guidelines.
May research governmental measures affecting land use, public utilities, community facilities, and housing and transportation to control and guide community development and renewal.
Compiles and analyzes data as assigned.

Benefits

Robust Medical, Dental and Vision plans including spouse, domestic partner and family coverage options
Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Plans
Employer paid Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
Employer paid Short and Long Term Disability
Voluntary Supplemental Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) reimbursement up to $750 per year for numerous health/wellness purchases
Employer paid Employee Assistance Program
Robust Extended Sick Leave (ESL) and family sick leave program
48 hours of Colorado Sick Leave preloaded on the 1st of every year; pro-rated at time of hire
3 ½ Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year (increases with years of service)
40 hours of pre-loaded Paid Time Off (PTO) to each new employee upon hire
Fifteen (15) Paid Holidays
Twenty-Four (24) Hours of Paid Volunteer Leave
Up to 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave for bonding with a new child
Option to “sell back” PTO after two years of continuous employment
457 Retirement Plan, with a 5% employer match and immediate 100% vesting in your deferral AND employer contributions
Education reimbursement up to $3,000 per year
Individual free membership to the Erie Community Center and steep discounts on couple or family memberships
Language stipend program
Employer sponsored wellness program, including employee-based fitness classes
Childcare benefits which includes 10% discount to any KinderCare location in Colorado
Half-off charging at town-owned EV charging stations
Pet Insurance
Employee Discount Program through Benefits Hub
Eligible for discount Dell Computer program
Onsite/virtual trainings for growth and development opportunities
We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)-qualified employer!