Entry-Level Planner: Customer-Focused Permit Support

City of Kirkland, WA; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits

Job summary

The City of Kirkland is seeking an Assistant Planner to act as a customer liaison for the Planning Division. You will provide information on development regulations, assist permit applicants, and support the processing of minor administrative development applications under supervision.

This entry-level role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and adherence to planning policies, with opportunities to learn under experienced planners and engage with the community in Kirkland, WA.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Experience in providing customer service.
• Or: In place of the above requirements, combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide information about the city's development regulations and policies to the public and permit applicants.
• Conduct technical review of building permit applications (single-family and minor projects).
• Process minor administrative development applications for compliance with regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Undergraduate degree in planning or related field (desired)

Job description

The City of Kirkland is seeking an Assistant Planner to act as a customer liaison for the Planning Division. You will provide information on development regulations, assist permit applicants, and support the processing of minor administrative development applications under supervision.

This entry-level role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and adherence to planning policies, with opportunities to learn under experienced planners and engage with the community in Kirkland, WA.