What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planning Technician position at City of Corona?
Description
The City of Corona has an exciting opportunity to join our Planning and Development Department as a Planning Technician. The Planning and Development Department is a high-functioning department that includes the Planning Division, Development Services Division, and Plan Check and Inspections Division. The Department uses advanced technology to perform daily operations in order to meet the services demands from the public regarding processes and procedures related to development permit applications. The Department also uses data to measure its performance to ensure turnaround times on permit applications are meeting the Department’s established goals. If you are an individual who loves taking on challenges, making a difference, and thrives in a fun, fast paced environment, then please don’t hesitate - apply today!
Education/Training/Experience
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Application Process
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for first review of application is Monday, April 22, 2024 at 8:00AM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as the recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review period.
The selection process will consist of a review and evaluation of all applicants' qualifications. Those applicants deemed to possess the most desirable qualifications will be invited to participate in the o ral interview. The oral interview is tentatively scheduled to take place on May 7, 2024.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be customer service focus, excellent judgment, and attention to detail. Someone who is a systems-oriented thinker and great team player. A highly competent individual who holds themselves to high standards, works hard, and contributes to a positive workplace culture will thrive in Corona.
Community
A City whose heritage spans more than 125 years, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses approximately 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 170,000 residents. Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first-rate quality of life for its residents and visitors. Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy winter activities such as snowboarding and skiing and summer activities including surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on world class beaches. Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong.
The Organization
The City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policy making and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members. Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four-year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year.
The City is organized into the following departments/organizational units: Community Services, City Manager’s Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works and Utilities. Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and two Assistant City Managers.
The City's total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2024 is $ 369.9 million with a General Fund operating budget of $ 194.5 million. Corona enjoys a workforce of 860 dedicated employees who provide high quality services to its residents and visitors each day.
The City of Corona has an exciting opportunity to join our Planning and Development Department as a Planning Technician. The Planning and Development Department is a high-functioning department that includes the Planning Division, Development Services Division, and Plan Check and Inspections Division. The Department uses advanced technology to perform daily operations in order to meet the services demands from the public regarding processes and procedures related to development permit applications. The Department also uses data to measure its performance to ensure turnaround times on permit applications are meeting the Department’s established goals. If you are an individual who loves taking on challenges, making a difference, and thrives in a fun, fast paced environment, then please don’t hesitate - apply today!
Education/Training/Experience
- Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12 th ) grade, supplemented by college level coursework in urban planning, drafting, land development , or a related field.
- One (1) year of experience providing responsible administrative and/or technical support to a planning or land development program.
- Interpret planning and zoning programs to the general public; identify and respond to issues and concerns of the public.
- Receive and respond to a variety of questions from the general public, contractors, and developers, or refer issues to higher level planning staff.
- Read, interpret, apply, and explain technical written material and federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, regulations, ordinances, as well as City planning policies and procedures.
- Conduct routine research on planning and zoning related matters and prepare findings.
- An upbeat attitude, eager to participate.
- A passion for producing outstanding quality of work.
- A high performing, genuine, authentic individual with a good sense of humor.
- Ability to build and maintain the trust of coworkers, subordinates, and city staff.
- A genuine interest in supporting the employees.
To view the full job description, please click here .
Application Process
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for first review of application is Monday, April 22, 2024 at 8:00AM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as the recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review period.
The selection process will consist of a review and evaluation of all applicants' qualifications. Those applicants deemed to possess the most desirable qualifications will be invited to participate in the o ral interview. The oral interview is tentatively scheduled to take place on May 7, 2024.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be customer service focus, excellent judgment, and attention to detail. Someone who is a systems-oriented thinker and great team player. A highly competent individual who holds themselves to high standards, works hard, and contributes to a positive workplace culture will thrive in Corona.
Community
A City whose heritage spans more than 125 years, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses approximately 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 170,000 residents. Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first-rate quality of life for its residents and visitors. Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy winter activities such as snowboarding and skiing and summer activities including surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on world class beaches. Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong.
The Organization
The City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policy making and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members. Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four-year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year.
The City is organized into the following departments/organizational units: Community Services, City Manager’s Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works and Utilities. Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and two Assistant City Managers.
The City's total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2024 is $ 369.9 million with a General Fund operating budget of $ 194.5 million. Corona enjoys a workforce of 860 dedicated employees who provide high quality services to its residents and visitors each day.
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