Planning Technician at City of Elgin, IL
City of Elgin, IL · Elgin, United States Of America · Onsite
- Professional
- Office in Elgin
About the Department
Under direction, reviews and issues building permits; coordinates interdepartmental review of proposed construction plans; computes and collects fees for issuance; may testify at court hearings relative to the issuance of permits.
Position Duties
This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects; work requires reaching, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside environmental conditions. Regular attendance is an essential function of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of the basic principles and practices of community planning; community development programs and procedures; data collection methods and techniques related to social, economic, environmental, and physical planning. Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public. Demonstrative knowledge of the use and application of MS Office Suite and electronic mail systems.
Other Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate’s degree with major coursework in geography, urban planning, public administration, or related field.
This is a union position. Schedule is Monday - Friday. 40 hours per week.
Pay grade 519. External hires start at Step 1 of the pay grade.