Community Development Technician (Assistant/Associate/Senior)

Assistant/Associate Community Development TechnicianThe City of Antioch is currently accepting applications for the Assistant/Associate Community Development Technician position located within the Community Development Department. The Community Development Department (CDD) is responsible for managing development and growth in the best interests of the City by applying regulations and standards that make our City a better place in which to live, work, and play.CDD consists of multiple Divisions - Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement. Each of these Divisions and functions is involved in the development and implementation of plans that will guide the community in the years ahead.Through the collaboration of these Divisions and other Departments within the City, the "quality of life" goals of the City take shape and are implemented.SALARY INFORMATIONAssistant Community Development Technician $6,223 - $7,564Associate Community Development Technician $6,846 - $8,320BENEFIT INFORMATIONCollective Bargaining Representation: Operating Engineers Local 3 and Tentative Agreement | Benefits: Cafeteria Plan (City of Antioch pays 100% of Kaiser rate, up to family tier) | CalPERS Medical Health Plans | Vision (VSP) | Dental (Delta Dental)Retirement: CalPERS Classic Members 2.7% @ 55, New PEPRA Members 2% @ 62457 Deferred Compensation OptionLife InsuranceTuition ReimbursementGym Membership ReimbursementSUMMARY DESCRIPTIONUnder supervision (Assistant Technician) or general supervision (Associate Technician and Senior Technician), perform a variety of responsible, technical, paraprofessional office, planning, building, code enforcement and community development tasks.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSAssistant Technician - This is the entry level class in the Technician series providing technical, paraprofessional Community Development support. Employees at this level are not expected to function with the same amount of program knowledge or skill level as employees allocated to the Associate Technician level and exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. Advancement to the Associate Technician level is based on demonstrated proficiency in performing the assigned functions and is at the discretion of higher level supervisory or management staff.Associate Technician - This is the full journey level class in the Technician series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Assistant Technician by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class series are flexibly staffed and are generally filled by advancement from the "Assistant" level, or when filled from the outside, require prior experience.

Advancement to the "Associate" level is based on management judgment and/or certification or testing that validates the performance of the full range of job duties.Senior Technician - This is the advanced journey level class in the Technician series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility.EXAMPLES OF DUTIESThe following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.1. Perform a variety of technical, administrative, advanced clerical, and routine staff duties; research and gather data, and perform calculations and report writing as part of research for community development projects.2. Receive and respond to inquiries from the public, contractors, developers, City employees, and other parties.3. Establish filing systems; maintain records, files, databases, and reference materials; assist with plan/map filing.4. Review and process various permits.5. Post notices and prepare mailings for public hearings on individual properties.6.

Prepare and proofread a variety of reports, letters, agreements, and other correspondence; prepare graphs, charts, sketches and other materials.7. Research and resolve billing issues with various parties.8. Act as a liaison with other departments, divisions, and outside agencies.9. Respond to requests for information regarding zoning and land use, City codes, policies and procedures, and planning commission and City council actions.10. Conduct research and field investigations related to land use, design review, variance, and environmental quality.11. Review application submittals to verify completeness under both state and local requirements, and development standards.12. Review and process less complex development projects, including administrative use permits, minor variances, sign permits, and minor subdivisions.13. Work with the City's project tracking system to facilitate the timely and complete processing of projects.14. Assist planners and engineers in conducting and preparing statistical and research projects.15. Compile zoning and planning related data.16.

Verify the completeness of building applications; route applications to the correct department.17. Process applications and permits for smaller building projects, including swimming pools, service changes, reroofs, patio covers, HVAC replacements and installations, and water heaters.18. Calculate and collect fees; track applications.19. Schedule building inspections.20. Read and interpret plans.21. Respond to public records requests.22. Perform related duties as required.TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONSThe following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.KNOWLEDGE OF:- Principles and practices associated with planning, building, or code enforcement depending on area of assignment.- Effectively represent the assigned division to outside individuals and agencies to accomplish the goals and objectives of the unit.- Mathematical principles as applied to planning, building, or code enforcement work.- Principles and practices used to establish and maintain files and information retrieval systems.- Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.- Construction standards.- Pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations.ABILITY TO:- Perform a variety of responsible, technical, paraprofessional tasks related to office, planning, building, or code enforcement depending on area of assignment- Read and interpret maps, plans, sketches, schematics, diagrams, and blueprints.- Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.- Prepare legal property descriptions.- Make field and office computations.- Compile data, maintain records and files, and participate in the preparation of administrative or technical reports.- Plan and organize work to meet changing priorities and deadlines.- Organize and maintain accurate records and files.- Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.- Work cooperatively with other departments, City officials, and outside agencies.- Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINESAssistant Community Development TechnicianEDUCATION/TRAINING: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in mathematics, construction, planning, building, code enforcement or a related field.EXPERIENCE: One year of experience in paraprofessional planning, building, or code enforcement work is desirable.LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.Associate Community Development TechnicianEDUCATION/TRAINING: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training