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THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO

The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

ENVIROMENTAL MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT
Environmental Management protects and enhances public health, safety, and the environment through balanced environmental monitoring and enforcement, innovative leadership, community education, responsive customer service, and effective emergency response. We’re dedicated to safeguarding the natural beauty of El Dorado County and ensuring a safe, healthy community for all who live in or visit the region.

THE OPPORTUNITY

A Development Technician receives, reviews, and processes varied permit applications in one or more specialized land use areas; receives plans, calculates fees, routes plans for professional review, and reviews basic plans within specific guidelines; provides information to the public at a public counter or by telephone; confers with applicants regarding County procedures and plan requirements.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:

Receive, review, and issue building (commercial and residential), encroachment and grading, oversize loads, road closures, and/or underground tanks and land development plans and specifications for completeness and conformance to permit requirements; review specific forms, permit applications, waivers, affidavits, plans, and calculations for completeness and compliance with pertinent codes and regulations.
Accept and log a variety of applications, and review for compliance with land use standards and regulations.
Calculate square footage of the construction area or cubic yardage of grading area by measuring to scale.
Calculate permit, plan check, map check, and similar fees; collect such fees and issue receipts.
Perform parcel, permit, and zoning research, and/or permit history regarding parcel zoning, land use, and subdivision restrictions to the public, which may involve multiple County departments.
Provide information to the public by telephone or at a public counter regarding County regulations and requirements, as well as applicable ordinances, regulations, requirements, and procedures related to the permitting and land development process; assist the public in completing and processing various permits.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description here.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate strong customer service skills while supporting the Environemental Management Department’s hazardous materials, CUPA, and solid waste programs. They will be able to provide accurate and courteous assistance in person, over the phone, and through email to residents, employees, and visitors in El Dorado County. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable learning technical information to help process permits and respond to inquiries. They approach their work with professionalism, clear communication, and a commitment to serving the community.

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following minimum qualifications:

Any combination of the required experience, education, and training that would provide the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

Development Technician I: Equivalent to graduation from high school and two (2) years of general clerical administrative support or secretarial support experience.

Development Technician II: Equivalent to graduation from high school and one (1) year of experience reviewing building, encroachment, and grading plans and/ or land development plans, and processing building permits and inspection reports at a level equivalent to the County's class of Development Technician I.

Click here to view the minimum qualifications for the Development Technician I/II as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Apply online by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Kim Rose in Human Resources at Kim.Rose@edcgov.us

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RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After the screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.

Training and Experience Evaluation: A training and experience evaluation may be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process and ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.

Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.

For more information on the recruitment process click here.

Based on the hiring department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Development Technician I/II. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, limited term and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.

If you are interested in the position of Development Technician I/II within any County department, please submit your application.

We currently have the following vacancies:

One (1) full time vacancy in Environmental Management located in Placerville, CA.

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The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include drug testing; a positive test may result in the revocation of an employment offer.

As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every five (5) years.

Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history.

Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:

40 miles to Downtown Sacramento
50 miles to Sacramento International Airport
129 miles to San Francisco

Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:

Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
Skiing and Snowboarding
Live Music and Music Festivals
Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
El Dorado County Fair
Placerville Speedway Races
Farm to Fork Restaurants
Local Shopping Gems

Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here for more information.

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