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Planning Technician II
County of Tulare
Resource Management Agency
Location
Visalia, California, 93291
Salary
$45,492.53 - $55,443.46
per year
Type
Full-Time
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March 24, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves supporting planning teams by researching laws and data, checking building and land use applications for compliance, and helping prepare environmental reports and public responses in Tulare County's Resource Management Agency.
It's a good fit for someone with some college education in planning or related fields who enjoys detail-oriented work, communicating with the public, and working with maps and regulations.
Entry-level experience in planning support would help, along with strong organizational and computer skills.
Key Requirements
- Two years of college with major coursework in engineering, architecture, business administration, planning, geography, or a related field
- Or one year of experience equivalent to Planning Technician I
- Knowledge of basic land use planning principles and math for calculations like areas and percentages
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups and prepare clear reports, memos, and presentations
- Proficiency in operating office equipment, including computers, and filing systems
- Skill in reading, understanding, and applying planning ordinances and regulations
- Valid California driver's license or ability to obtain one
Full Job Description
This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Resource Management Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months.
If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.
Current vacancy is with the Resource Management Agency located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months.
Requirements
- Assist planning staff in researching information, including literature and statute research; performing written and oral consultations with various agencies; and compiling data for reports and inquiries.
- Answer questions and requests from the public, agencies, and other departments concerning the Tulare County General Plan and various ordinances related to planning.
- Review California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) procedures to assist planners in the preparation of CEQA documents and environmental studies.
- Compile and interpret U.S. Census Data to assist in the preparation of the Tulare County Census Data Book, and answer questions and requests for census information.
- Check applications such as building permits, parcel maps, lot splits, zone changes, environmental assessment and agricultural preserves for completeness and compliance/non-compliance with planning related ordinances.
For a full list of duties for this position, please click here.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.
Education:
- Two (2) years of college with major coursework in engineering, architecture, business administration, planning, geography or a closely related field.
Education Equivalency:
- Or one (1) year of experience equivalent to a Planning Technician I.
Knowledge of:
- Alphabetical and numerical filing systems.
- Basic principles relating to land use planning.
- Basic math to compute averages, percentages, land areas, and distances.
Skill/Ability to:
- Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
- Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
- Read and understand ordinances and regulations pertaining to planning.
- Obtain and file information alphabetically and numerically.
- Convey ideas and information clearly and concisely in simple staff reports, letters, and memos using correct grammar, punctuation and spelling.
- Recall information.
- Proofread materials for accuracy and correct grammar.
- Follow oral and written instructions.
- Plan, prepare and present material at public meetings.
- Retain and recall procedures and regulations.
License or Certificate:
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
- Geographic Information Systems
- Use measuring devices such as planimeters, footometers, engineering scales and architectural scales.
- Understand engineering and building plans.
Additional Information
Conditions of Employment
Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions.
An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.
College Cost Reduction Access Act
This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA).
Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible.
For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
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