Community Development Technician

City of Fremont; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fremont is seeking a Community Development Technician to provide frontline customer service, process building and development permits, and support planning and zoning functions. You will assist applicants, collect fees, and track plan review progress with multiple City departments.

Typical duties include data entry, issuing over‑the‑counter permits, and preparing reports. This role requires strong written and verbal communication and a valid California drivers license, with ICC

Qualifications

• Graduation from High School or equivalent plus college coursework in public planning or related subjects, and two years of experience in the permit technician field.
• Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License.
• ICC Permit Technician Certificate within six months of date of hire.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, and ability to provide excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assist the public at the front counter and by phone regarding building and development review/permit requirements.
• Accept building permit and development review applications; review for completeness.
• Enter permit data into an automated database; route plans for review and track status.
• Coordinate with GIS staff and other departments; prepare reports and correspondence.

Skills

Customer service

Plan checking

Data entry

Fee calculation

Education

High school diploma

Public planning coursework

Two years permit technician experience

Tools

GIS software

Job description

The City of Fremont's Community Development Department is recruiting for:

Community Development Technician

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The Department

The role of the Community Development Department is to help Fremont become the sustainable, strategically urban community envisioned in the City's General Plan. Department activities include:

• Providing professional assistance to developers, contractors, businesses, and homeowners
• Preserving open space
• Planning for and assisting with the building of high-quality strategically urban residential and commercial developments
• Maintaining and increasing the range of housing alternatives for the community
• Implementing sustainable, environmentally beneficial programs to enhance the quality of life for Fremont residents and businesses

The department includes Planning, Building and Safety, Code Enforcement, Housing, and Environmental Services.

Application Deadline

The first review of applications is Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. (PST). A resume and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application.

Selection Process

The process may include individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Reasonable Accommodation

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling [phone] or emailing [e-mail].

Contact Us

For additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at: [e-mail].

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Community Development Technician Class Specification

Definition

Performs a wide variety of technical, paraprofessional support, and customer service duties related building permits and development or planning applications.

Class Characteristics

This is a journey level classification reporting to the Plan Check/ Permit Center Manager. Incumbents assist architects, contractors and the public in accepting, processing, and tracking applications for building permits; calculating and collecting permit fees; providing General Plan and zoning information; accepting development applications; and issuing administrative over-the-counter permits. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Senior Development Services Technician by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, and provision of lead direction to other technical staff. This position is distinguished from the Zoning Technician and Development Services Technician II position in that it includes both the zoning and building permit function. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Assists the general public at the front counter, in writing or by phone regarding building and development review/permit requirements, including but not limited to General Plan and zoning information, impact, in-lieu, permit and plan check fees, plan review and plan check filing procedures and processing, and permit status.
• Accepts building permit and development review applications;
• Reviews applications for completeness
• Enters permit data into an automated database.
• Routes plans to other City departments and/or outside agencies for review and tracks plan review process.
• Compiles zoning and planning related data as directed by professional-level planning staff.
• Prepares various reports.
• Reviews minor applications for conformance with ordinances and department's standards, policies and guidelines.
• Reviews applications for modifications in land use, zoning, setbacks or other planning requirements such as compliance with previously approved conditions of approval.
• Calculates various fees, prepares fee estimates and applies fees to permits or other development review billings.
• Approves and issues administrative over-the-counter permits.
• Creates and maintains informational flyers and brochures.
• Coordinates with GIS staff in maintaining the address database.
• Composes correspondence.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

Marginal Functions

• Schedules inspections.
• Researches and responds to public inquiries, including research of permitting records.
• Prepares maps and exhibits for Planning Commission meetings.
• Tracks and produces digital photos.
• Schedules, sets up and attends commission, committee and/or applicant meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of plan checking; policies and procedures of fees assessment; principles and practices of customer service; English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; modern office methods, procedures, computer equipment, and computer software applicable to assignment.

Skill in

Using a personal computer and software relative to this classification; interpreting, implementing and explaining rules, regulations, policies and procedures; researching data pertinent to the permit process; handling multiple priorities and organizing workload; administrative support and clerical duties.

Ability to

On a continuous basis, sit at a desk and/or stand at a front counter for long period of time; intermittently twist and reach office equipment; write and use keyboard to communicate through written means; read and interpret documents and plans; learn and apply various state and local laws, codes, ordinances and regulations applying to both zoning and building; operate standard office equipment; use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.

Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacity to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position.

Education/Experience

Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of and competency in the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities would be qualifying. A typical qualifying background would include: graduation from High School or equivalent plus additional college coursework in the field of public planning, architecture, construction technology or related subjects, and two years of experience in the permit technician field, preferably with a public agency.

Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements

Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License. Failure to possess, obtain or maintain these driver's licenses and a satisfactory driving record as determined by the City shall result in termination of employment.

Possession of an International Code Council Permit Technician Certificate is required within six months of date of hire.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Rare = < 10%, Occasional = 11-33%, Frequent = 34-66%, Constant = >66%
Sitting: Occasional
Walking: Occasional
Standing: Occasional
Bending (neck): Frequent
Bending (waist): Rare
Squatting: Rare
Climbing: Rare
Kneeling: Rare
Crawling: Never
Jumping: Never
Balancing: Never
Twisting (neck): Rare
Twisting (waist): Rare
Grasp - light (dominant hand): Occasional
Grasp - light (non-dominant): Occasional
Grasp - firm (dominant hand): Rare
Grasp - firm (non-dominant): Rare
Fine manipulation (dominant): Occasional
Fine manipulation (non-dominant): Occasional
Reach - at/below shoulder: Occasional
Reach - above shoulder level: Rare

Push/pull:
Up to 10 lbs. Rare
11 to 25 lbs. Rare
26 to 50 lbs. Never
51 to 75 lbs. Never
76 to 100 lbs. Never
Over 100 lbs. Never

Lifting:
Up to 10 lbs. Rare
11 to 25 lbs. Rare
26 to 50 lbs. Rare – up to 40 lbs.
51 to 75 lbs. Never
76 to 100 lbs. Never
Over 100 lbs. Never

Carrying:
Up to 10 lbs. Occasional
11 to 25 lbs. Rare
26 to 50 lbs. Rare
51 to 75 lbs. Never
76 to 100 lbs. Never
Over 100 lbs. Never

Coordination:
Eye-hand: Required
Eye-hand-foot: Required
Driving: Required

Vision:
Acuity, near: Required
Acuity, far: Required
Depth perception: Required
Accommodation: Required
Color vision: Required
Field of vision: Required

Talking:
Face-to-face contact: Required
Verbal contact w/others: Required
Public: Required

Hearing:
Normal conversation: Required
Telephone communication: Required
Earplugs required: Not required

Work environment:
Works indoors, works outdoors (very rarely), exposure to slippery or uneven walking surfaces (very rare), using computer monitor, works around others, works alone, works with others.

Class Code:
FLSA: Non-exempt
EEOC Code: 5
Barg. Unit: CFEA
Probation: 12 months
Rev.: 11/15