Planning Technician: Entry-Level Urban Planning Support

City-of-Thomasvill; Fletcherville (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City-of-Thomasvill is seeking a Planning Technician to provide technical support for planning, zoning, historic preservation, and development review functions. Under the supervision of the City Planner, the position assists with reviewing and processing development applications, zoning compliance, historic preservation applications, property research, and customer inquiries.

The Planning Technician will perform routine planning and zoning activities using established regulations and procedures,

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field plus 0–2 years of planning experience is typical.
• Knowledge of planning and zoning principles or related training.
• Ability to read maps and development documents; GIS familiarity preferred.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail for routine reviews.

Responsibilities

• Assist with intake, processing, and review of zoning, development, and historic preservation applications.
• Provide administrative support for meetings and notifications.
• Answer routine questions from the public about applications and requirements.
• Review submissions for completeness and compliance with standards.
• Assist with site plan reviews for compliance with zoning and development rules.
• Support Historic Preservation Commission reviews under staff direction.
• Conduct property research using GIS, tax records, and plans.
• Identify applicable districts and development requirements for properties.
• Communicate deficiencies to applicants under supervision.

Skills

Planning knowledge

Reading maps

GIS

Office software

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

GIS software

CAD software

Job description

City-of-Thomasvill is seeking a Planning Technician to provide technical support for planning, zoning, historic preservation, and development review functions. Under the supervision of the City Planner, the position assists with reviewing and processing development applications, zoning compliance, historic preservation applications, property research, and customer inquiries.

The Planning Technician will perform routine planning and zoning activities using established regulations and procedures,