County of San Diego
Land Use Technician I-25383609
County of San Diego, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Overview
LAND USE TECHNICIAN I
– The County of San Diego Planning & Development Services announces an outstanding career opportunity. This classification is eligible for hire at Step 1, $54,912.00 annually. County employees are subject to the County Promotion Rule for Step Placement in accordance with Compensation Ordinance 1.3.5. Interviews will take place the week of November 17, 2025, and job offers will be made after interviews are complete. Future Salary Increases:
June 2026 – 5.80% increase to base pay (3.5% Across-the-Board + 2.30% Market Adjustment); June 2027 – 5.30% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board + 2.30% Market Adjustment). Organization:
Planning & Development Services (PDS) strives to balance community, economic and environmental interests to ensure the highest quality of life for the public of San Diego County.
Responsibilities
The Land Use Technician I will perform para-professional and technical work in providing information to members of the public, representatives of outside agencies, and County employees regarding laws, codes, ordinances, and requirements that apply to the construction and use of structures and land use. Daily activities include working with the public to review required paperwork and approvals so that construction permits can be issued. Attention to detail is important as this position works with internal and external customers. Hiring Process and Timeline
Job Offer and Background Process begins after interviews. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening. Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results. Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date. If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies. Minimum Qualifications
Two (2) years of full-time paid technical experience in land use, architecture, zoning, planning, building inspection, surveying, construction, engineering, environmental studies, or a closely related field; OR One (1) year of full-time experience as a Land Use Aide with the County of San Diego. Note: The successful completion of two (2) years or 50 units of coursework offered by an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in urban planning, geography, building inspection, construction technology, environmental studies, engineering, mathematics, or a closely related field can substitute for the experience requirement listed above. Please note: The complete job description including minimum qualifications, examples of duties and essential functions is available from the County. Notes
Applicants must submit or attach copies of their complete official transcripts, unofficial transcripts, diplomas, and/or proof of completion letters, or other documentation originated by a United States accredited college or university; or a certified foreign studies equivalency for colleges or universities outside the United States. Any one or more of these documents must be submitted to the online application in a timely manner, preferably at the time of application submittal. The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments (Blind Applicant Screening) to support a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire. Condition of Employment: As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional background investigations may be conducted based on job-related activities. Current County employees may be excluded from this process. Evaluation: Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores from the evaluation of information in the employment application and supplemental questionnaire. If successful in the initial screening, the application will be reviewed to confirm information and qualifications. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job on a case-by-case basis. The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and inclusion and to veteran hiring. Veteran resources and policies are available to assist qualified applicants. Disaster Service Workers: Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers and may be required to participate in such activities as assigned.
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LAND USE TECHNICIAN I
– The County of San Diego Planning & Development Services announces an outstanding career opportunity. This classification is eligible for hire at Step 1, $54,912.00 annually. County employees are subject to the County Promotion Rule for Step Placement in accordance with Compensation Ordinance 1.3.5. Interviews will take place the week of November 17, 2025, and job offers will be made after interviews are complete. Future Salary Increases:
June 2026 – 5.80% increase to base pay (3.5% Across-the-Board + 2.30% Market Adjustment); June 2027 – 5.30% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board + 2.30% Market Adjustment). Organization:
Planning & Development Services (PDS) strives to balance community, economic and environmental interests to ensure the highest quality of life for the public of San Diego County.
Responsibilities
The Land Use Technician I will perform para-professional and technical work in providing information to members of the public, representatives of outside agencies, and County employees regarding laws, codes, ordinances, and requirements that apply to the construction and use of structures and land use. Daily activities include working with the public to review required paperwork and approvals so that construction permits can be issued. Attention to detail is important as this position works with internal and external customers. Hiring Process and Timeline
Job Offer and Background Process begins after interviews. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening. Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results. Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date. If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies. Minimum Qualifications
Two (2) years of full-time paid technical experience in land use, architecture, zoning, planning, building inspection, surveying, construction, engineering, environmental studies, or a closely related field; OR One (1) year of full-time experience as a Land Use Aide with the County of San Diego. Note: The successful completion of two (2) years or 50 units of coursework offered by an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in urban planning, geography, building inspection, construction technology, environmental studies, engineering, mathematics, or a closely related field can substitute for the experience requirement listed above. Please note: The complete job description including minimum qualifications, examples of duties and essential functions is available from the County. Notes
Applicants must submit or attach copies of their complete official transcripts, unofficial transcripts, diplomas, and/or proof of completion letters, or other documentation originated by a United States accredited college or university; or a certified foreign studies equivalency for colleges or universities outside the United States. Any one or more of these documents must be submitted to the online application in a timely manner, preferably at the time of application submittal. The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments (Blind Applicant Screening) to support a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire. Condition of Employment: As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional background investigations may be conducted based on job-related activities. Current County employees may be excluded from this process. Evaluation: Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores from the evaluation of information in the employment application and supplemental questionnaire. If successful in the initial screening, the application will be reviewed to confirm information and qualifications. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job on a case-by-case basis. The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and inclusion and to veteran hiring. Veteran resources and policies are available to assist qualified applicants. Disaster Service Workers: Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers and may be required to participate in such activities as assigned.
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