Planning Technician

Socket.dev; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Grand Junction is seeking a Planning Technician to support planning and development programs in the Community Development Department. The role involves serving residents, property owners, and developers, performing technical and administrative tasks, and helping ensure accurate notices and documentation for hearings and reviews.

The position emphasizes detail orientation and customer service, with duties ranging from permit processing to data collection and reporting, under supervision

Qualifications

• One year of urban planning and zoning technical support experience.
• High school diploma or G.E.D.

Responsibilities

• Respond to questions and provide information to the public over the phone and at the counter.
• Process, coordinate or assist with review of zoning requests, development proposals and applications.
• Process and issue a variety of permits including fence, home occupation, and sign permits.
• Process subdivision plat recordation.
• Provide technical support to planning staff.
• Research, collect, compile, record and summarize technical, statistical, and demographic data.
• Prepare reports and studies as directed.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and delivery of public and legal notices to the City Clerk, property owners, and others as required and directed.
• Process reports and public hearing documents for review agencies, City staff, Planning Commission, Board of Appeals, Historic Preservation Board, and City Council.
• Perform a variety of general clerical duties in support of the Planning Division.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Urban planning

Zoning knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Planning Technician

HIRING RANGE: $26.37 - $29.67 per hour

About the Position:

Join the City’s Community Development Department and be part of a team dedicated to thoughtful, forward-looking planning that helps create a vibrant and thriving community. This position performs a variety of technical and administrative duties in support of the City’s planning and development programs, working closely with professional planning staff, residents, property owners, developers, and other customers. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented, service-focused professional interested in municipal planning and contributing to the development of the community.

What You’ll Do:

• Respond to questions and provide information to the public over the phone and at the counter.
• Process, coordinate or assist with review of zoning requests, development proposals and applications.
• Process and issue a variety of permits including fence, home occupation, and sign permits.
• Process subdivision plat recordation.
• Provide technical support to planning staff.
• Research, collect, compile, record and summarize technical, statistical, and demographic data.
• Prepare reports and studies as directed.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and delivery of public and legal notices to the City Clerk, property owners, and others as required and directed.
• Process reports and public hearing documents for review agencies, City staff, Planning Commission, Board of Appeals, Historic Preservation Board, and City Council.
• Perform a variety of general clerical duties in support of the Planning Division.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

• One year of urban planning and zoning technical support experience.
• High school diploma or G.E.D.

Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted

Notice to Applicants:

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, we kindly request that youdo not include the dates of your educationto include years of attendance or graduation on your application, resume or attachments

City Employee Health Clinic:

The City is committed to supporting the health and well-being of employees and their families. Our near-site Sage Health & Wellness Center offers free or low-cost healthcare services for employees and dependents enrolled in a City health plan. Services include preventive care, health assessments and coaching, treatment for common illnesses, lab services, physical therapy, a medical massage therapist, and behavioral health counseling. The clinic also offers wellness programs, challenges, and classes that empower employees and their families to stay healthy and thrive.

Explore the Area:

Grand Junction, Colorado, is the key access point to the mountains and canyonlands of western Colorado and eastern Utah. Centrally located between Denver, CO (250 miles east) and Salt Lake City, UT (270 miles west), Grand Junction was named for the convergence of the Gunnison River and Colorado River. Over 1.5 million acres of public lands connect the area’s alpine terrain with the dramatic high desert, nourished by powerful rivers that sustain the vibrant agriculture industry. Opportunities for outdoor adventures are abundant in every season due to the year-round temperate climate. Home to “Nature’s Trifecta,” Grand Junction is surrounded by the Colorado National Monument – a mini-Grand Canyon, Rattlesnake Arches – the second-largest concentration of natural arches in the world, and the Grand Mesa – the largest flat-top mountain in the world. Agritourism, art and history, boutique shopping, and trendy restaurants complement the outdoor recreation scene. With a population over 160,000 in Mesa County (over 70,000 within the City limits), Grand Junction has all the city amenities you expect with a hometown atmosphere that is friendly and comfortable. See Visit Grand Junction for more information.

At the City of Grand Junction, we proudly operate as an Equal Opportunity Employer, purposely building an inclusive workforce representative of various cultures, perspectives, and experiences. We believe in respect for all and do not discriminate based on hair, race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

If you have any questions or need assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact our Human Resources office at 970.244.1512.

What We Offer:

We know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports quality work-life harmony, including 32 days of paid annual leave to be used for personal and/or sick days, 11 paid holidays, health insurance options, employer-matched retirement, a City employee health clinic, a City employee child care center, wellness program, and an Employee Assistance Program. Of equal importance, we offer an opportunity to serve the community you love and live in. Our employees find their work rewarding and fulfilling, knowing that their day job makes a positive impact.

To view more information about our benefits visit: https://www.gjcity.org/333/Employee-Benefits

The Community Development Department develops, implements, and modifies City plans and regulations and maintains information related to zoning, setbacks, and land use.