ABOUT THE POSITIONS

Permit Technician: $41.98-$51.04 per hour

This position serves as the first point of contact for the Planning Division planning counter, providing technical support for permit processing and zoning compliance. The Technician reviews applications for completeness, processes routine permits, researches property information, and guides applicants through the permitting process while ensuring compliance with city codes and ordinances.

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Assistant Planner: $50.88-$61.84 per hour

This position serves as the first point of contact for the Planning Division planning counter. This entry-level professional planning position provides analytical support for planning projects and development review. The Planner conducts research, performs site visits, prepares staff reports, reviews applications for zoning compliance, and assists with planning studies while developing expertise in local planning regulations and procedures.

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The ideal candidate will have technical experience suited to a small city, and the ability to work in a fast-paced public service center with professionalism and collaboration. The successful candidate should excel at managing multiple ongoing processes and requests, possess outstanding oral and written communication skills with a keen attention to detail, exhibit technical and administrative acumen at the assigned level, and have the ability to provide superior customer service. Adaptability and willingness to learn are essential, as the position may evolve based on department needs. Ability to develop strong working relationships and assist others to achieve their business goals is also essential.