Planning Technician*

San Bernardino County Fire Department; California; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

San Bernardino County Land Use Services in California seeks a Planning Technician to process planning and development applications, ensuring compliance with county regulations. You will assist applicants at the counter and online, review submissions for accuracy, collect applicable fees, and coordinate with internal departments and outside agencies to maintain records and support efficient processing.

This role requires attention to detail and the ability to work across varied terrains within

Qualifications

• Experience processing land use or development applications is preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work across county terrains.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct customer service at the public counter, over the phone, online, and via email by assisting applicants, developers, and the public with submittal requirements, application procedures, project status inquiries, and departmental processes.
• Review entitlement submission applications, site plans, and supporting documentation for compliance with County standards, zoning regulations, and site development constraints.
• Process permit applications intake, including verifying application completeness, collecting applicable fees, and coordinating with internal departments and outside agencies.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with applicable County regulations, policies, and procedures while supporting efficient application processing operations.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

The Job

San Bernardino County Land Use Services is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to serve as a Planning Technician.* Planning Technicians play a key role in processing various planning and development-related applications to ensure compliance with county regulations.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Provide direct customer service at the public counter, over the phone, online, and via email by assisting applicants, developers, and the public with submittal requirements, application procedures, project status inquiries, and departmental processes.
• Review entitlement submission applications, site plans, and supporting documentation for compliance with County standards, zoning regulations, and site development constraints.
• Process permit applications intake, including verifying application completeness, collecting applicable fees, and coordinating with internal departments and outside agencies.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with applicable County regulations, policies, and procedures while supporting efficient application processing operations.

*Official job title: Land Use Technician; for more detailed information, refer to the Land Use Technician job description.

Positions exist in the Planning division. The resulting eligible list may be used to fill vacancies throughout Land Use Services as they occur. Immediate vacancies exist in the city of San Bernardino and High Desert region.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

San Bernardino County is geographically the largest in the United States covering over 20,105 square miles of land and is the twelfth largest in population. We are currently in the midst of historic change as our leaders have adopted a Countywide Vision that sets an exciting and ambitious course for our future. The Land Use Services Department includes the divisions of Planning (Current Planning and Advance Planning), Building and Safety including Land Development and Code Enforcement including Fire Hazard Abatement. We are a passionate team looking for the right teammate to grow and learn with us as we plan for our County's Vision. Our work is hard but offers the opportunity to become immersed in leading edge planning initiatives. If you are up to the challenge, are deeply committed to community development, and have the skills in planning for valleys, mountains and deserts, consider joining our team and helping us serve a great cause, a great region, and a great county.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and the Memoranda of Understanding (MOU).

The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must undergo a background check, which includes fingerprinting and a medical exam.

Work Schedule: Candidates must be available to work weekends and holidays, as required.

Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation. Employees must be able to work in varied terrains throughout the County, including mountain and desert regions.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider candidates who require Visa Sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet ONE (1) of the Experience Options below to qualify.

• EXPERIENCE OPTION 1: One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience processing land use applications for, or enforcing, code compliance related to land use, building, construction, fire, environmental, or other code regulations, which includes explaining related regulations and requirements to the public.
• EXPERIENCE OPTION 2: Two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience providing public information and/or performing investigations, inspections, or fieldwork related to planning, land use, code enforcement, or a closely related field.

Desired Qualifications

Ideal candidateswill possess strong customer service and organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask effectively. Candidates must be able to work in varied terrains throughout the County, including mountain and desert regions.

Selection Process

Examination Procedure

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):

San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation:

If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans' Preference:

Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.