Planning Technician: Permits, Inspections & Public Service

Custer County; Custer (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Custer County is hiring a Planning Technician in Custer, SD. The role combines office work, customer service, and field duties supporting land use and development, with a focus on permits, inspections, and records management.

The position is full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, starting at $19.04/hour, with paid leave and county benefits. Reports to the Planning Director, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of Custer County layout and the ability to read legal descriptions.
• Knowledge of planning, permitting, GIS software, records management preferred.
• Customer service experience highly valued.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and accurate recordkeeping.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy.
• Valid South Dakota Driver's License required or the ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing, processing, and issuing building, wastewater, approach, and other development permits and applications.
• Conducting preliminary and final inspections for wastewater systems, approaches, and other permitted activities.
• Maintaining permit files, inspection records, electronic databases, and other planning-related documentation.
• Responding to public inquiries regarding planning regulations, permit requirements, land development, and property information.
• Providing information to property owners, builders, contractors, and others regarding the permitting, review, and inspection process.
• Providing excellent customer service in person, by telephone, and electronically.
• Performing general clerical duties, including typing, data entry, filing, scanning, copying, and maintaining electronic and paper records.
• Supporting daily office operations and performing other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Organization

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reading legal descriptions

Teamwork

Learning agility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

GIS software

Records management software

Planning/Permitting software

Job description

Custer County is hiring a Planning Technician in Custer, SD. The role combines office work, customer service, and field duties supporting land use and development, with a focus on permits, inspections, and records management.

The position is full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, starting at $19.04/hour, with paid leave and county benefits. Reports to the Planning Director, with opportunities for professional growth.