Planning Technician I

The City of Golden is currently seeking Planning Technician I applicants. Come and see why the City of Golden is the place you want to be!

Being a Golden employee is more than just a job, it's a lifestyle. Golden is a vibrant outdoor community making it a great place to live, work and play.

• Location, location, location – Work near great restaurants and shops, hit the trails, and enjoy the outdoor scenery of Clear Creek and the foothills. Convenient commuting from all directions.

• Paid time off – Paid vacation starts at 16 days (that's over 3 weeks!), plus 12 days of sick time and 12 paid holidays each year.

• Great benefits – The City matches up to 8% of your retirement contributions, plus offers a full-spectrum of benefits and perks, including tuition reimbursement (check it out)!

Provides information to the public regarding general planning and zoning application procedures and projects at the front counter and over the phone.

Receives and processes various applications for permits and land use case approvals generally considered more routine and administrative in nature.

Reviews planning permits and licenses for temporary lodging and short-term rental, sidewalk display licenses, domestic small livestock, and other planning licenses. Assists with department plans and policies regarding zoning violations and enforcement, as well as short-term rental monitoring and enforcement. Investigates and enforces zoning violations.

Attends and assists with the preparation, organization, and set-up of public meetings

Composes, types, and/or edits a variety of correspondence, reports, memoranda, flyers, and other material requiring judgment as to content, accuracy, and completeness.

Administers the legal requirements for the public hearing process which include notification of application to necessary departments, newspaper publication, prepare property postings, mailing (database) to property owners and notifications to applicants.  Arrange and schedule meeting rooms for neighborhood meetings.

Maintains and organizes document files, computer files, land use handouts and applications, accounting files, Historic Preservation Board materials, and maps for plat/subdivisions, PUD's and site/landscaping and county maps.

Maintains final document files for recorded documents and records necessary paperwork and mylars and does research information at Jefferson County.  

Maintains all new addresses and/or address changes within the City of Golden and notifies necessary personnel such as the Postmaster, Police, Utilities, GIS Department and Public Service.

Prepares and distributes packet information for Planning Commission and Historic Preservation Board monthly. Attends Planning Commission and Historic Preservation Board meetings and transcribes the minutes as Staff Secretary. Arranges for refreshments at necessary meetings.  Compiles notebooks for new Board and Commission members.

Coordinates and works with Deputy City Clerk and City Clerk in particular cases that go to City Council. Follow through on submitted recording materials and distributes information to City Council.

Processing of variance and adjustment applications and assists with Historical Grant writing.

Compiles data and inputs information for various reports including budget, payroll preparation, P-card payments, and field checks. Responsible for receipts and accounting for petty cash.

Creates communication material like brochures, flyers, maps, or other marketing and communication materials. Coordinates with Communications Department to finalize materials and publish social media updates. Makes updates to Guiding Golden and Planning website pages.

Orders and maintains office supplies and equipment. Offers interdepartmental computer support.

Distributes and compiles letters for zoning verifications, zoning violations, and address changes.

Responds to complaints or grievances by working with the parties involved and/or referring to appropriate personnel.  

Handles situations that require independent judgment, tactfulness and decision making solutions.

Performs both routine and complex clerical and administrative functions in support of the Planning Department and Community Development Division.

Operates a vehicle to run errands as needed.

High school diploma or general education diploma (GED). Bachelor’s degree preferred. Two years of progressively responsible administrative and customer support experience. Experience related to building permits, land use, real estate, or planning is preferred. Must possess outstanding customer service and interpersonal communication skills involving diverse workgroups and customers. Must be able to work independently and be flexible with changing priorities. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos relating to position. Ability to write business letters, routine reports, and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Excellent conflict resolution skills and ability to deal with the public in a professional and courteous manner.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Working knowledge of basic bookkeeping skills and budget administration.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED
General office equipment including computer, copier, fax, phones, 10-key, laminator, and printer.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to walk.   The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

 WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The work environment is primary in an office setting.  Will be required to use own vehicle to run errands or attend meetings throughout the city. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

City of Golden is an Equal Opportunity Employer