City of Temple City, CA
Salary :
$69,846.40 - $88,420.80 Annually Location :
Temple City, CA Job Type:
Part-Time Job Number:
00132 Department:
Community Development Opening Date:
09/30/2025 Closing Date:
10/21/2025 6:00 PM Pacific
DEFINITION Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical support activities related to current and advance planning, including a review of development and land use applications, zoning, site plans, and related documents for proper handling; performs routine plan check duties; provides assistance to the public on planning, community development, zoning, and permit issues; provides staff assistance to the planning staff and management; and performs related work as required. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Provides information and assistance at the front counter, on the phone, and through e-mail communication by answering questions and providing information regarding zoning, development standards, and approved development proposals. Performs routine plan check functions for various projects; receives and reviews applications for planning permits for accuracy and completeness. Reviews applications for building permits; within authorized guidelines, may approve routine permits; if outside scope of authority, routes permit applications to appropriate planning staff. Provides support and assistance with basic current and advanced planning projects, coordination with project applicants, preparation and posting of legal notices, and conducting background research. Performs administrative duties including typing, filing, copying documents, and record keeping; prepares forms and provides graphic displays, photographs, or other exhibits as needed. Performs site inspections for entitlement projects and zoning compliance; documents and submits findings for action by planning staff. Conducts research for land use, zoning, advanced planning, urban design, population trends, transportation, housing, economic, and environmental issues. Observes and complies with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. Performs and completes special projects and other duties as assigned. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Basic principles and practices of urban and regional planning and zoning. Operational characteristics of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software and their application to planning processes. Basic concepts of architecture and landscaping, related to urban planning. City planning and permitting processes. Principles of landscaping as applied to construction and maintenance of project areas. Methods and techniques of conducting and documenting site inspections. Methods and techniques of reviewing a diverse range of applications for accuracy and completeness. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures. Research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures. Methods and techniques of effective technical report preparation. Record keeping principles and practices. Business mathematics. City and mandated safety rules, regulations and protocols. Customer service techniques for effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff. English grammar, spelling, composition, and usage. Modern office equipment, computers, and relevant software applications. Ability to:
Interpret planning and zoning programs to the general public; identify and respond to public inquiries and concerns. Read plans and specifications and perform site visits. Read, interpret, apply, and explain technical written material and applicable Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, regulations, ordinances, and City planning policies and procedures. Receive and respond to a variety of questions from the general public, contractors and developers or refer to higher level planning staff. Review applications for accuracy and completeness; process and/or submit to planning staff for action. Conduct routine research on planning and zoning related matters and prepare findings. Read and understand technical drawings and specifications. Perform mathematical computations with precision. Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems for assigned projects. Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner. Use geographic information system (GIS) software and create graphics by hand or computer. Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines. Effectively use computers, software, and office equipment to perform job-related tasks. Communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a major in planning, architecture, geography, or a related field. At least two years professional planning experience in local government.
Other Qualifications:
Possession of a valid Class C motor vehicle operator's license issued by the State of California;
Physical Demands:
Ability to sit for up to two hours at a time.
Ability to see.
Ability to get from one location to another in the course of doing business.
Application Process:
Along with your online application, please submit a resume.
Note:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Part-Time Employee Benefits The City participates in a federally mandated retirement program whereby part-time employees contribute 7.5% of their salary into a deferred compensation plan (monies paid into this plan will be returned to the employee approximately two to three months following separation at the employees' discretion.)
Sick leave will be granted in accordance with California State Law. 01
What is your highest level of education? 02
Have you completed, or are you currently enrolled in, advanced coursework in urban planning, geography, architecture, or a related field?
Yes No
03
Briefly describe your background and experience in providing customer service. 04
What area or topic within the planning profession are you most passionate about, and why? Required Question
$69,846.40 - $88,420.80 Annually Location :
Temple City, CA Job Type:
Part-Time Job Number:
00132 Department:
Community Development Opening Date:
09/30/2025 Closing Date:
10/21/2025 6:00 PM Pacific
DEFINITION Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical support activities related to current and advance planning, including a review of development and land use applications, zoning, site plans, and related documents for proper handling; performs routine plan check duties; provides assistance to the public on planning, community development, zoning, and permit issues; provides staff assistance to the planning staff and management; and performs related work as required. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Provides information and assistance at the front counter, on the phone, and through e-mail communication by answering questions and providing information regarding zoning, development standards, and approved development proposals. Performs routine plan check functions for various projects; receives and reviews applications for planning permits for accuracy and completeness. Reviews applications for building permits; within authorized guidelines, may approve routine permits; if outside scope of authority, routes permit applications to appropriate planning staff. Provides support and assistance with basic current and advanced planning projects, coordination with project applicants, preparation and posting of legal notices, and conducting background research. Performs administrative duties including typing, filing, copying documents, and record keeping; prepares forms and provides graphic displays, photographs, or other exhibits as needed. Performs site inspections for entitlement projects and zoning compliance; documents and submits findings for action by planning staff. Conducts research for land use, zoning, advanced planning, urban design, population trends, transportation, housing, economic, and environmental issues. Observes and complies with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. Performs and completes special projects and other duties as assigned. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Basic principles and practices of urban and regional planning and zoning. Operational characteristics of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software and their application to planning processes. Basic concepts of architecture and landscaping, related to urban planning. City planning and permitting processes. Principles of landscaping as applied to construction and maintenance of project areas. Methods and techniques of conducting and documenting site inspections. Methods and techniques of reviewing a diverse range of applications for accuracy and completeness. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures. Research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures. Methods and techniques of effective technical report preparation. Record keeping principles and practices. Business mathematics. City and mandated safety rules, regulations and protocols. Customer service techniques for effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff. English grammar, spelling, composition, and usage. Modern office equipment, computers, and relevant software applications. Ability to:
Interpret planning and zoning programs to the general public; identify and respond to public inquiries and concerns. Read plans and specifications and perform site visits. Read, interpret, apply, and explain technical written material and applicable Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, regulations, ordinances, and City planning policies and procedures. Receive and respond to a variety of questions from the general public, contractors and developers or refer to higher level planning staff. Review applications for accuracy and completeness; process and/or submit to planning staff for action. Conduct routine research on planning and zoning related matters and prepare findings. Read and understand technical drawings and specifications. Perform mathematical computations with precision. Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems for assigned projects. Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner. Use geographic information system (GIS) software and create graphics by hand or computer. Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines. Effectively use computers, software, and office equipment to perform job-related tasks. Communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a major in planning, architecture, geography, or a related field. At least two years professional planning experience in local government.
Other Qualifications:
Possession of a valid Class C motor vehicle operator's license issued by the State of California;
Physical Demands:
Ability to sit for up to two hours at a time.
Ability to see.
Ability to get from one location to another in the course of doing business.
Application Process:
Along with your online application, please submit a resume.
Note:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Part-Time Employee Benefits The City participates in a federally mandated retirement program whereby part-time employees contribute 7.5% of their salary into a deferred compensation plan (monies paid into this plan will be returned to the employee approximately two to three months following separation at the employees' discretion.)
Sick leave will be granted in accordance with California State Law. 01
What is your highest level of education? 02
Have you completed, or are you currently enrolled in, advanced coursework in urban planning, geography, architecture, or a related field?
Yes No
03
Briefly describe your background and experience in providing customer service. 04
What area or topic within the planning profession are you most passionate about, and why? Required Question