Land Use Technician I/II (COR)

Military, Veterans and Diverse Job Seekers; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside County is seeking a Land Use Technician I/II to interpret and apply land use ordinances, review building plans for permit readiness, and provide guidance to developers and the public on planning requirements. The role involves researching zoning maps, property descriptions, and related records, with potential court testimony on violations.

Position offers opportunities to conduct inspections, coordinate with other departments, and prepare formal reports.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test.
• Two years of clerical or technical experience in a public works organization with exposure to land use, zoning, planning, code enforcement, title searching, building inspection, map making, surveying, or a directly related field.
• (Completion of undergraduate level courses from an accredited college or university may substitute for the required experience on the basis of 30 semester or 45 quarter units equaling one year of the required experience.)
• Possession of a valid California Drivers License may be required for field work

Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply County land use ordinances as related to the construction and use of structures and land; check applicants' proposed plans for building permits and determine if plans are in accordance with land use ordinances and regulations; approve plans prior to the issuance of building permits.
• Research zoning maps, general and community plans and specific plans to answer questions relating to use of specific property.
• Inform developers, contractors and members of the public on matters pertaining to land use regulations, building codes, construction plan requirements, easements, building setbacks, road dedications, and planning requirements.
• Research legal descriptions, property ownership and history utilizing a variety of sources; issue addresses to parcels.
• Advise violators of ordinance requirements and attempt to gain compliance by advising applicants of the requirements and the various procedural steps they may take to resolve different issues; if further action is required, gather all pertinent facts from the parties concerned.
• Make routine inspections to note compliance with various land use requirements; confer and coordinate activities with other interested County departments.
• Conduct research, prepare reports and develop routine correspondence; may appear as a witness in court regarding violation cases.

Skills

Land use knowledge

Reading & interpretation

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

60 college units / 90 quarter units

Tools

Map making

Title searching

Building inspection

Job description

About the job Land Use Technician I/II (COR)

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Interpret and apply County land use ordinances as related to the construction and use of structures and land; check applicants' proposed plans for building permits and determine if plans are in accordance with land use ordinances and regulations; approve plans prior to the issuance of building permits.
• Research zoning maps, general and community plans and specific plans to answer questions relating to use of specific property.
  Complete initial planning case processing of applications and calculate fees.
• Inform developers, contractors and members of the public on matters pertaining to land use regulations, building codes, construction plan requirements, easements, building setbacks, road dedications, and planning requirements.
• Research legal descriptions, property ownership and history utilizing a variety of sources (e.g., maps, computers and Assessor-Clerk-Recorder records); issue addresses to parcels.
• Advise violators of ordinance requirements and attempt to gain compliance by advising applicants of the requirements and the various procedural steps they may take to resolve different issues; if further action is required, gather all pertinent facts from the parties concerned.
• Make routine inspections to note compliance with various land use requirements; confer and coordinate activities with other interested County departments.
• Conduct research, prepare reports and develop routine correspondence; may appear as a witness in court regarding violation cases.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The level at which the position will be filled is at the Department's discretion and based on candidate qualifications.

Land Use Technician Level I $24.5433 - $33.8776 per hourEducation:

Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test.

Experience: Two years of clerical or technical experience in a public works organization with exposure to land use, zoning, planning, code enforcement, title searching, building inspection, map making, surveying, or a directly related field. (Completion of undergraduate level courses from an accredited college or university may substitute for the required experience on the basis of 30 semester or 45 quarter units equaling one year of the required experience.)

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid California Drivers License may be required for field work

Land Use Technician Level II $26.9322 - $39.7011 per hour

OPTION I

Education: Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test.

Experience: One year as a Land Use Technician I with the County of Riverside or an equivalent position.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid California Drivers License may be required for field work

OPTION II

Education: Completion of 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on the basis of one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education.)

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid California Drivers License may be required for field work

ALL OPTIONS

Knowledge of state laws and municipal and County ordinances governing land use and zoning; the elements of planning and zoning theory.

Ability ToRead, interpret and research laws, rules and regulations; read legal documents and interpret legal descriptions; read maps, architectural drawings and interpret building plans; establish and maintain effective working relationships; prepare clear, concise and accurate reports; maintain files; speak and write effectively.