Planning Technician

Gfoat; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Odessa Planning Department is hiring a Planning Technician to support plan reviews, zoning inquiries, and public service. You will help evaluate proposals, create GIS maps, and maintain case files to ensure orderly growth in Odessa.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, strong computer and typing skills, and excellent attention to detail with good communication and customer service. This is a full-time on-site position with public service focus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Strong computer and typing skills are required.
• Great attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Review building plans and permits.
• Help with zoning and land use requests.
• Create maps and update case files using GIS.
• Assist the public, builders, and developers with planning questions.
• Keep accurate digital and paper records.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Typing skills

Attention to detail

Communication & customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

GIS

Job description

Now Hiring: Planning Technician

City of Odessa – Planning Department

Are you organized, tech-savvy, and interested in how cities grow and develop? The City of Odessa is looking for a Planning Technician to support our Planning Department with plan reviews, zoning questions, and public service.

What You’ll Do:

• Review building plans and permits
• Help with zoning and land use requests
• Create maps and update case files using GIS
• Assist the public, builders, and developers with planning questions
• Keep accurate digital and paper records

What You Need:

• High school diploma or GED
• Strong computer and typing skills
• Great attention to detail
• Good communication and customer service skills