Planning Technician

Working in the Planning Services Division of Resource Management, the Planning Technician provides essential services to meet the department's customer service needs in processing land use applications. The position is responsible for geographic information system (GIS) work that is a vital part of daily planning activities, including updates to the General Plan diagrams, zoning maps and other maps that are integral to the planning information that is disseminated to the public.

In addition to other duties, the Planning Technician is responsible for providing the Environmental Management Department with accurate and up-to-date thematic, parcel, land use, zoning, political boundary, staff report maps and other special query maps and graphics for the interpretation and implementation of Land Use Policy and related issues. This position reads and interprets blueprints, maps, and planning regulations for assisting planning staff and/or responding to inquiries. This position also provides information to the public regarding the General Plan, zoning, application procedures and current projects at the front counter and over the phone.

The current opening is for a Limited Term position that is funded through June 30, 2016.

The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill part-time and full-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Education: An Associate's Degree is required from an accredited college, preferably in GIS, planning, geography or a related field.

Experience: One (1) year of experience in planning and GIS or any combination of experience that demonstrates possession of and competency in requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities 

To view the full job description which includes a listing of knowledge, skills, and abilities, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15950

Solano County offers a comprehensive benefit package to full and part-time employee which includes a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS. Medical insurance is effective the first of the month following date of hire.  The County contribution for family coverage for the 2014 calendar year is $1,448.30 per month. If the medical plan costs are less than $1,448.30 per month, employees will receive the difference as taxable earnings to a maximum of $334.58. The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive medical insurance coverage. Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County.  

Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement and contributes to Social Security.  

Vacation is accrued at approximately 10 days per year for the first 78 full-time pay periods (approximately 3 years). Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year.

Employees are eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10, 20, 25, and 30 years.

To review the complete benefits package for this position, please visit the following link: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16512

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. The selection process will consist of an initial application screening and a oral interview. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted.  These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.

Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com, to apply. Additional application materials as requested in the job announcement: degree or transcripts, DD-214, ADA Request For Accommodation, must be submitted with a document cover sheet, available on the County's employment website: http://www.jobaps.com/Solano/sup/doccover.pdf or at the of Human Resources’ office, and are due by the final filing date.

An Associate's Degree is required for this position. Applicants must to submit either a copy of their degree OR official/unofficial transcripts which verify the date and degree conferred by the final filing deadline.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:  Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service.  The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the document deadlines above.  Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.  

Previously submitted application materials for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.  

Questions can be directed to the Human Resources Department at (707) 784-6170 or at 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800 Fairfield. The office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA

In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents in-person or by mail at Solano County Department of Human Resources 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800, Fairfield CA  94533, or by fax to (707) 784-3424, or email to recruitment@solanocounty.com.  When submitting documents in-person, by mail or by fax, include the recruitment title (Planning Technician) and the recruitment number (14-453010-01). When emailing please include the recruitment title and number in the subject field. 

This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine applicants’ qualifications for this position and whether they will continue in the recruitment process; therefore, applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoroughly and completely.  Omitted information will not be considered or assumed.  Applicants who have no experience in a specific area are recommended to state "no experience in this area" instead of leaving the space blank.  

Please provide a brief description of your training and experience in the following areas:

A.  Using maps for interpretation and implementation of land use policy and related issues, including thematic, parcel, land use, zoning, political boundary, staff report maps, and other special query maps and graphics.

B.  Producing, maintaining and updating/editing non-digital and GIS spatial maps and related databases.  Please include your training or experience in the following:

• Developing and maintaining a departmental GIS system using ArcView
• Creating new GIS themes from existing digital and non-digital data from outside sources
• Compiling, revising and reproducing base and thematic maps for use by staff, the public and other agencies
• Maintaining the map collection and paper assessor’s map books

C.  Preparing maps and graphics for planning presentations, public hearings, staff reports and historical map archives.

D.  Reading and interpreting site and building plans, maps, and planning regulations to assist planning staff and/or responding to inquiries.

E.  Providing information to the public regarding the General Plan, zoning, application procedures, and current projects at a front counter and/or over the telephone.

F.  Processing planning applications and reviewing business licenses and building permits for compliance with planning regulations.

To be eligible, applicants must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A copy of the DD214, showing discharge type, must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date.

Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general discharge under honorable conditions shall have five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans (rated at not less than 30% disability) shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:  Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need special testing arrangements, must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/inc/blobfetch.aspx?BlobID=18134. This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment.  Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.

Located 45 miles northeast of San Francisco and 45 miles southwest of Sacramento, Solano County is home to rolling hills, waterfronts and fertile farmland.

Solano offers a blend of agriculture, corporate business, cultural venues, festivals and events, and provides residents with many recreation and entertainment choices. The County is also home to Travis Air Force Base.

With its strategic location, affordable housing, natural resources, responsible land use planning, and attractive quality of life, Solano County is a great place to live, learn, work and play.

County Population (January 2012): 413,786

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.  Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER