Planning Technician

Salary Range: $63,295 - $83,292
Full-time, non-exempt position plus full benefits package
The closing date for this position is11:59 p.m., Sunday, March 30, 2025

About this opportunity
The principal function of an employee in this class is to perform entry level and routine planning technician work. Responsibilities include providing customer service and technical assistance regarding zoning and City planning information; administering address and land use data systems; conducting initial plans reviews for commercial, industrial, and residential development; conducting property records research; processing minor planning applications; preparing reports and memorandums; performing routine office tasks and database maintenance; and providing support for Planners in the preparation of reports and plans.


Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides technical planning support activities including: coordinating the flow of information and land use applications received by the Planning department; logging applications and related data; tracking application deadlines; preparing correspondence; routing notices and maps.

• Reviews, maintains, updates and queries automated data systems related to mapping, addressing and land use; assists staff with system related questions and provides support. Analyzes, recommends and implements data management enhancements.

• Responds to customer inquiries related to zoning and land use development; researches records and provides information on zoning regulations; provides zoning verification documentation. Serves as primary contact in providing information and assistance related to address management.

• Reviews over-the-counter permit applications against approval criteria; logs applications; processes permit requests or refers to Planner for additional review.

• Updates and maintains activity reports, procedure manuals, land use applications, files, databases, brochures, maps, agendas, department website content, and website documents.

• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

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Current/Upcoming Projects

• South Hillsboro

• North Hillsboro

• Jackson East

• Witch Hazel Village South

Acceptable Experience and Training
Associate’s degree in computer applications, geographic information systems, urban and land use planning, or related field and six months of database management software and municipal planning related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.


Licensing/Certifications
Valid Driver’s License


Commitment To Equity
At the City of Hillsboro, we believe that hiring a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve is essential to delivering exceptional City services and programs. The City of Hillsboro is committed to creating and supporting an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees to thrive. We value, respect, and empower employees as unique individuals with authentic voices and diverse ideas.

The City of Hillsboro recognizes that some applicants, particularly women, people with disabilities, and people of color do not always apply for positions unless they directly meet all of the qualifications. We greatly encourage you to apply and welcome applicants from diverse and varied backgrounds. Transferable skills WILL be considered when reviewing applications for meeting minimum qualifications.

Bilingual Incentive Pay Available
Employees who can demonstrate the ability to speak Spanish, or any language spoken by over ten percent (10%) of City residents as documented by the most recent U.S. Census, at a proficiency level determined by a fluency test administered by the City, will receive a monthly premium of three percent (3%) of their regular base pay.