What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planning Technician position at City of Cle Elum?
CITY OF CLE ELUM EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Planning Technician
Salary Range: $62,338 - $75,754 per year plus excellent benefits
Union Position
The Planning Technician supports the Planning Department and assists the City’s customer service team. This role involves handling administrative and technical tasks related to land use, permitting, and licensing. Key duties include assisting property owners, design professionals, and developers with inquiries on land use, permitting, inspections, and code enforcement.
Strong customer service and computer skills are essential, as the role requires working directly with the public in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include processing and reviewing permits, ensuring compliance with land use notifications, supporting professional-level tasks, attending some evening meetings, and serving as backup for front-counter staff.
The City of Cle Elum values a strong, supportive, and collaborative team culture, where clear communication and initiative are essential. With a small staff, team members are expected to handle a variety of office and field responsibilities to support overall operations.
Minimum Qualifications:
At its sole discretion, the City of Cle Elum may consider combinations of education, experience, certifications and training in lieu of specifically required qualifications contained herein.
· High school diploma or equivalent.
· Three years of work experience or formal training in planning, land use review, environmental sciences, or
similar.
· Three years of work experience in a customer-oriented or administrative position in an office setting.
· Certification as a Permit Technician through International Code Council (ICC) Preferred.
· Successful completion of pre-employment background check.
You can find the job description at City Hall, located at 119 West First Street, or at https://cleelum.gov.
The position will remain open until filled, with screening beginning on January 20, 2025.
To apply, visit https://cleelum.gov
Salary : $62,338 - $75,754