Planning Technician

Job Description:

Planning Technician

Description

THE CITY

Culver City is a Charter City incorporated in 1917, and is a destination filled with outdoor cafes, unique shops and galleries opening onto pedestrian-friendly boulevards. Culver City has dedicated staff of approximately 800 employees with an overall operating budget of over $368 million. The City provides a full range of municipal services including Fire, Police, Housing & Human Services, Planning & Development, Public Works, Parks, Recreation, & Community Services, and Transportation.

THE POSITION

***Only the first 75 applications submitted will be considered.***
*Please note that the job posting may close without prior notice.*

The following tasks are essential for this position. Incumbents in this classification may not perform all of these tasks, or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.

• Assists other planning staff members; works on special projects as assigned.
• Accepts applications for development. Understands and is able to explain application requirements. Assures that applications are complete to minimize the need to request additional information.
• Answers telephone and counter questions regarding various zoning and planning regulations and procedures in a professional, courteous and knowledgeable manner.
• Prepares basic staff reports for planning activities such as administrative variances, administrative use permits, sign programs, and similar applications; presents information to advisory commissions or boards.
• Performs plan checking, inspections, and certifications of completion. Checks plans for code conformance and keeps development applicants adequately informed of their status in the plan checking process, and identifies steps they can take to expedite processing. Analyzes submittals for compliance with City planning and zoning regulations, redevelopment policies, and urban design principles.
• Conducts field surveys for land use and related planning activities; make field checks to verify or update information.
• Prepares land use and other maps, plot plans, charts, and related planning graphics, drafting, and layout for reports. Considers the audience and area of display when preparing graphic material.
• Checks and reviews business tax certificate applications and property reports to assure compliance with land use and zoning regulations. Provides the applicant information on land use and zoning regulations in a complete and timely manner. Reviews maps and aerial photographs to determine that the site of the business and its use are consistent with the zoning ordinance.
• Provides interpretation of planning and zoning regulations to Code Enforcement Officers, Building and Safety personnel, Engineering Division personnel and accurately interprets and applies the Municipal Code as it applies to their investigations.
• Maintains a current, thorough working knowledge of City codes, ordinances, and policies and State statutes relating to planning, redevelopment, land use development, environmental impact assessment, and zoning, and is able to accurately interpret and apply them.
• Assists with the preparation for various commissions, boards, and other general public meetings.

Minimum Requirements:
Any combination equivalent to training and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

• An Associate of Arts degree, and
• Six (6) months experience planning or drafting, or a closely related field that provides a basic knowledge of planning principles, laws, and techniques.

Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license may be required if assigned to drive.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURES

Applicants must receive a passing score on all of the following examination components in order to be placed on the eligible list.COMPONENTS

• Written Test (weighted at 50%): To measure planning knowledge, which may include document creation skills; knowledge of planning documents, and ability to apply codes and regulations (Tentatively scheduled for the weeks of August 11, 2025 or August 18, 2025 ).
• Oral Appraisal Interview (weighted at 50%): To evaluate training, experience and personal qualifications (Tentatively scheduled for the week of September 15, 2025).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The provisions of this job posting do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions in this posting may be modified or revoked without notice. Continuation in the examination process and subsequent placement on the eligible list of a person convicted of a crime depends upon the nature of the conviction and the conduct of the applicant subsequent to the offense. Convictions will be evaluated on a job-related basis and will not automatically disqualify someone from further consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Culver City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, religion, political affiliation, or sexual orientation/identification.

Conditions of Employment:

• Background/ Reference Check: Upon a conditional job offer, a live scan finger printing must be completed with acceptable results. Your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. Upon hire, employee is subject to further reporting from DOJ via subsequent arrest notification.
• Pre-placement medical evaluation including drug screen (select positions).
• E-Verify: Proof of U.S. citizenship, alien residency or authorization to work in the U.S. will be required at time of appointment.

The City of Culver City intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department three (3) business days prior to the test at (310) 253-5640.

The City of Culver City offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, and vision.

This position is represented by Culver City Employees' Association (CCEA).

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https://www.culvercity.org/jobs

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Closing Date/Time: 7/24/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$5,316.13 - $6,480.93 Monthly