Job Title: Planning Technician

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, to perform a variety of para-professional to professional technical planning assignments in current and/or advanced planning.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This is an entry-level class within the professional planning job classification series. Work is performed independently within established policies and procedures. Work is reviewed, in progress and on completion, for conformity with standards, quality, and accuracy of work performed.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

This job class does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provides information to the public regarding the General Plan, zoning, application procedures, and current projects, etc. at the front counter and/or over the telephone.
• Gathers and prepares data in written and graphic form for use by the Planning Department staff.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, maps, planning regulations etc., while assisting professional planners and/or responding to general inquiries.
• Assists in the tabulation and completion of survey data and other statistical data.
• Prepares maps, sketches, renderings, and elevations for planning presentations.
• Processes minor planning applications and reviews business licenses and building permits for compliance with planning regulations.
• Operates blueprint and other office equipment.
• Assists in setting rooms up for Planning Department meetings; and perform other related tasks as required.
• Performs related duties as required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of related experience and education equivalent to completion of a four-year degree in planning or a related field which demonstrates significant knowledge of the principles of City planning and general office procedures.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Zoning ordinances, CEQA procedures, research methods. Principles and practices of municipal planning; and modern office equipment including a PC and related software.

ABILITY TO:

Use modern office equipment and related equipment. Read and interpret maps, planning regulations, ordinances, etc. Prepare reports and data in written and graphic form; Perform research and compile statistical information; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; and Develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.