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The City of Norwalk's Community Development Department has an immediate opening for a Planning Technician. We are looking for a self-motivated candidate to join our team. The Planning Technician is the entry-level classification in the Planning series. Employees assigned to this class receive explicit direction and training, develop practical experience by performing routine and standardized duties, and must possess functional knowledge of the basic principles and theories required to perform the work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Essential duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Provides general zoning information and application forms to applicants and the general public, and provides guidance in filling out forms
Assists the general public over the phone, email, or at the counter
Receives and reviews applications and building plans for use, planning and zoning requirements
Reviews codes, conduct field surveys, and inspections collects and analyzes data, and assists in the preparation of reports
Participates in a variety of planning projects
Performs minor plan checks at the public counter as they relate to zoning and subdivision requirements
Reports to work as scheduled and works various hours, including nights and weekends as deemed necessary by manager/supervisor, to conform with changing priorities and meet deadlines
Maintains regular and consistent attendance record
Performs a variety of office tasks related to maintaining Planning records and files, and other related duties assigned

Knowledge of:

Principles, practices, and trends in building, planning and land use
Basic planning and zoning laws and regulations
Basic concepts of architecture, site planning urban design, and landscaping as they relate to the process of urban planning
Ability to operate a computer, basic computer software, and a willingness to learn new software systems
Principles of basic mathematics and their application to planning work
Methods and techniques of effective technical report preparation and presentation

Ability to: Understand and interpret basic technical drawings, maps, specifications, legal descriptions and ordinances; explain related codes, federal and state laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations; use correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; compose correspondence; deal courteously but firmly, and communicate effectively with individuals contacted in the course of work; establish effective working relationships with contractors, developers, architects, engineers, owners, and the general public; maintain accurate records; work under stressful conditions and with frequent interruptions. Ability to speak Spanish is desirable.

Education and/or Experience

Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. Example combinations include:

The completion of an Associate’s Degree in Planning, Urban Planning, Architecture or other closely related field from an accredited college or university ; and one year experience performing professional or paraprofessional planning work or completion of a six to nine-month internship performing duties related to urban planning. Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture or other closely related field from an accredited college or university is desired.

Required Licenses and Certificates: Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTThe physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands Work is performed mostly in office settings. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand or sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work EnvironmentThe noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.

Apply online at http://www.norwalkca.gov/city-hall/departments/human-resources. Applications and supplemental questionnaires are also available through the Department of Human Resources, Norwalk City Hall, 12700 Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA 90650. The employment application and supplemental questionnaire must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City application. Faxed materials or postmarks will not be accepted. City Hall will be closed on alternate Fridays due to the 9/80 work schedule. Applications will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Candidates with qualifications that best relate to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuation in the selection process. The selection process will include an oral interview and other testing processes designed to predict successful job performance. The class may be utilized in various City departments.

The City provides preference to military veterans under consideration for initial employment. To claim a veteran's preference an applicant must submit their most recent DD214 form. An eligible veteran is one who has served in the United States armed forces and who has received an honorable discharge.

For a complete copy of the class specification, please click here.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling the Department of Human Resources at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled examination/interview date. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

The City of Norwalk, in compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability, sex, or sexual orientation in its employment actions, policies, procedures or practices.

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Planning Technician