Job Information
Company Name
City of Stanton
Position Level
Entry
Job Description
Apply by February 20, 2025
The City of Stanton is looking for a Permit Technician with the following characteristics:
- An upbeat attitude
- A passion for producing outstanding quality of work
- A high performing, genuine, authentic individual with a good sense of humor
- A genuine interest in supporting the staff
WORK SCHEDULE: 4-day workweek (Monday-Thursday)
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of routine activities in the field of current planning, with the primary responsibility of providing assistance to the general public on planning, zoning, and environmental requirements. This position also assists in the review of development and land use applications for zoning compliance; completes technical assessments and prepares written project analyses; provides staff assistance to the professional planners and the Community and Economic Development Director, other departments, and the public in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.
Essential Functions
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Provides customer service at the public counter related to planning, zoning, and environmental requirements.
- Responds to a variety of inquiries in person, via telephone and in writing, as appropriate.
- Reviews, processes and issues ministerial permits.
- Researches, analyzes, and makes recommendations for compliance with zoning and applicable laws and regulations for project proposals.
- Assists in the preparation of agendas, prepares staff reports for routine entitlement projects and attends and assists at a variety of meetings.
- Examines project plans to determine compliance with applicable regulations.
- Prepares public notices for public hearings and assembles informational materials for public meetings.
- Conducts site inspections to assess project site status and to ensure project compliance with approved plans.
- Inputs data and maintains manual and computerized records and files.
- Performs duties including typing, filing, copying documents, and record keeping.
- Operates a personal computer and uses applicable software.
Additional Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Provide back-up assistance to the Permit Technician by issuing building permits, responding to inquiries related to building records and regulations, and providing technical information, as necessary
Required Skills / Experience / Education
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
Basic principles and practices of urban and regional planning and zoning.
Basic building construction terminology.
Basic arithmetic/statistical mathematics and its application to planning work.
English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures.
Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
Principles of business letter writing.
Principles and procedures of record keeping.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
Modern office methods, practices, procedures, and equipment including computer hardware and software necessary for graphic presentation, mapping, and database management.
Safe driving principles and practices.
ABILITIES/SKILLS
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment.
Interpret planning and zoning codes to the general public; identify and respond to issues and concerns of the public.
Read and interpret building plans, specifications, and codes.
Conduct routine research projects, evaluate alternatives, and make sound recommendation.
Perform mathematical and planning computations with precision.
Interpret and apply Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations including administrative and departmental policies and procedures.
Handle multiple concurrent projects and manage priorities and tasks.
Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems.
Respond to requests and inquiries for information regarding Community Development Department services and activities and related policies and procedures.
Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Maintain the trust of coworkers, subordinates, and city staff.
EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/EDUCATION
Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
One year of experience in a public or private planning agency performing technical planning tasks.
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in planning, architecture, public administration, environmental studies, or a related field.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your City of Stanton on-line job application. Electronic applications may be submitted online through the City’s employment page at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stantonca. Final Filing Date: 11:59 p.m., February 20, 2025. Applications must be filled out completely. Applications may be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application.
US Citizenship Required?
No
Will security clearance be required?
Yes
Salary Range
$58,580 - $74,764 Annually
Other Benefits
Salary Range: Composed of six (6) steps – Entry step through F step. Each step represents an increase of approximately five (5) percent.
Retirement: Provided through California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS). Employee pays member contribution.
Vacation: Earned at the rate of 96 hours for the first five (5) years of service. Additional vacation may be earned by employees after five (5) years of service.
Sick Leave: Accumulated on the basis of eight (8) hours per month with a maximum accumulation of two hundred and fifty (250).
Holidays: An average of ten (11) holidays per year, plus ten (10) hours floating holiday per year.
Medical Insurance: Several plans available with City contribution toward premium costs.
Dental Insurance: Two (2) plans are available with City contribution toward premium costs.
Vision Insurance: One (1) plan is available with City contribution toward premium costs.
Life Insurance: City paid life insurance ($50,000)
Disability Insurance: City paid Short and Long Term Disability plans
Employee Assistance Program: Available to all City employees and their immediate families.
Deferred Compensation Plan: The City offers one (1) plan administered by MissionSquare Retirement. This is a voluntary benefit with no City contribution.
Work Schedule: 4/10 or alternative work schedule depending upon the work location.
Holiday Closure: December 24 – December 31
Job Start Date
04/01/2025
Position Type
Permanent Full-Time
Travel
None
Primary Language Required
English
Industry
Local Government
Job Location
Location Address
7800 Katella Ave.
Stanton, California
90680
Contact Information
Hiring Contact Name
Cynthia Guzman
Phone Number
(714) 890-4225
Website
https://stantonca.gov