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  • PERMIT TECHNICIAN III

    Salinas, California United States Monterey County Human Resources Full Time $5,610.80 - $7,658.73 Monthly May 31, 2025
    Monterey County Human Resources Employer:

    Monterey County Human Resources

    Monterey County Statement  Monterey County was founded in 1850 and is governed by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors. It is located on the beautiful Central Coast and is the longest county in California stretching 105 miles from the Santa Clara County border South to San Luis Obispo County.  Monterey County provides a full range of services to the community through its 26 departments and 5,000 plus employees.  As an employer, Monterey County is diverse and inclusive, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We aspire to hire employees who will contribute to the County’s mission to excel at providing quality services for the benefit all Monterey County residents while developing, maintaining, and enhancing the resources of the region.  The County offers a great benefits package and provides the opportunity to work with amazing colleagues who support and promote a safe, healthy and prosperous community for all.  Monterey County is rich in coastal lands and agricultural fields and is also known as the Salad Bowl of the World.  Monterey County is the best place to work and prides itself on being the employer of choice. The Right Career, Right Here! For more information please visit our website Please visit our Facebook page.

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    Job Description

    Position Description

    F inal Filing Deadline: Friday, June 20, 2025

    Exam #: P25/43C12/05SA

    The Housing and Community Development (HCD) Department is composed of four Divisions, including Development Services, Planning Services, Permit Center, and Administration. The department provides reasonable and safe development, planning for future needs of the County, and helps protect natural resources.

    The Housing and Community Development Department, Planning Division seeks a Permit Technician III. This is the advanced journey-level in the Permit Technician series. The ideal candidate at this level is expected to perform with greater independence, troubleshoot solutions for coordination and improved customer service, provide guidance and solutions as new or unusual situations arise, are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit, and may provide direction and training to lower-level Permit Technicians and office support.

    The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used County-wide to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis.

    This is a Promotional Only recruitment; open only to current regular Monterey County employees and former employees whose names currently appear on a Recall List.

    Examples of Duties

    • Greets customers at the public counter and explains a variety of technical information related to building, land use and zoning requirements, environmental review procedures, application filing procedures and plan and permit review process.
    • Requests information from customers regarding their projects in order to determine the type of permits and processes required, such as building permits, use permits, coastal development permits, etc. Assists applicants in completing building permit and land use applications; contacts applicants to obtain necessary factual information needed to process permits.
    • Receives and reviews project applications, including plans and other required documents for accuracy and completeness, as well as, compliance with County regulations and procedures. Reviews complex applications for a variety of projects such as building permits, design approvals, tree removal, administrative permits; collects data; determines compliance with applicable building and planning codes, ordinances, and regulations. Approves/disapproves applications based on review and processes approved applications.
    • Researches, collects, and records factual property and resource information from a variety of sources including electronic databases.
    • Maintains records, logs, and files.


    To view the complete classification description, please visit the County of Monterey website: Permit Technician III .

    THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
    Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

    Thorough Knowledge of:
    • Federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations related to building, planning and land use.
    • Planning, mapping, and construction terminology.
    • Resource materials typically available and used in local planning and building work.


    Working Knowledge of:
    • Alpha/numeric filing systems.
    • Office operations, including record keeping and general clerical procedures.
    • General office software, including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, calendar/scheduling and email.
    • Effective customer service principles and practices.
    • English usage, including correct grammar, punctuation, vocabulary and spelling.
    Some Knowledge of:
    • General principles of urban and regional planning.

    Skill and Ability to:
    • Read and interpret a variety of plans, maps, and legal descriptions, such as zoning, subdivision and parcel maps; and building, grading, landscaping and drainage plans.
    • Analyze, evaluate and draw logical conclusions from data.
    • Orally communicate with laypersons on complex, technical issues in a clear and concise manner; deal tactfully and courteously with the public and staff.
    • Follow oral and written instructions and office procedures.
    • Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with co-workers and others contacted through the course of work; respond in a positive manner to supervision and attend and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.
    • Read, interpret, and explain provisions of various building trades, land use, structural, environmental and zoning codes, state and local ordinances, regulations, and procedures to staff and the public.
    • Read and interpret maps, aerial photos and legal descriptions to outline parcels of land and determine land use and distances.
    • Identify and analyze characteristics that are unique to each project; Write well organized, clear and concise reports, summaries and letters.
    • Write well organized, clear and concise reports, summaries and letter
    • Enter and retrieve data and information into/from an automated permit tracking system.
    • Maintain accurate filing and record keeping systems.
    • Work under pressure and meet established deadlines.


    Examples of Experience/Education/Training

    Examples of Experience/Education/Training:

    Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:

    Experience: Three years of experience reviewing, approving and processing a variety of permit applications common to two or more areas of Monterey County’s Housing and Community Development Department, which includes duties at a level comparable to Permit Technician II.

    AND

    Education: Completion of college level course work in basic mathematical/statistical concepts and land area calculation techniques, basic mapping or drafting techniques, construction management, building trade construction or inspection, environmental studies, or land use planning.

    Certifications: Certifications by the International Code Council as a Permit Technician dependent on assignment.

    Additional Information

    CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
    The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following:
    • Possess a valid California Class C driver license at the time of appointment and possess and maintain a satisfactory driving record or provide evidence of suitable transportation which is approved by the appointing authority.
    • Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency; travel out of County to attend meetings.


    BENEFITS:

    The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the J Unit Benefit Summary Sheet . This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing.

    NOTES:

    As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary.

    Application and Selection Procedures

    Apply On-Line at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty

    By June 20, 2025, 11:59 PM(PST)

    or

    Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours

    Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting:

    Housing Community Development Department

    Attn: Human Resources

    168 West Alisal St

    Salinas, CA 93901

    Phone: (831) 755-5238 Email: ahumadas@countyofmonterey.gov

    The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include:

    • A completed County of Monterey Employment Application
    • Responses to the Supplemental Questions

    Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
    Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Stephanie Ahumada, Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 755-5238, or ahumadas@countyofmonterey.gov .

    http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet

    Closing Date/Time: 6/20/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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