Planning Assistant / Building Permit Coordinator

Atascadero CA

Description

Kirk Consulting, a land use planning firm located on the California Central Coast, is seeking a full-time position for a Planning Assistant/Building Permit Coordinator. This is an entry level position with the opportunity to grow professionally within the company. General Description of Responsibilities: Job duties will involve complex and specialized land use planning work including preparation of planning and building applications to be processed through City, County, and State jurisdictions. Other important functions include writing project descriptions, project research, development of site plans and other graphic related exhibits. Additional responsibilities may include assistance with presentation materials for public hearings. Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate has the ability to review plans, technical reports and applications for completeness and compliance with established State and local code, laws, and regulations. The ideal candidate has experience coordinating with City and County staff on permit and plan submittals. The position requires someone that is highly organized, has excellent written and verbal skills, and the ability to multi-task and problem solve on a daily basis. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: Basic knowledge and understanding of the principles of City and County planning, including CEQA and the Subdivision Map Act; ability to collect, analyze and compile technical, statistical information pertaining to planning and zoning research; working knowledge in the use of computers and related software applications including but not limited to: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, Illustrator, AutoCAD, and other graphics related programs. Must have the ability to read and interpret maps, aerial photos and legal descriptions as well as interpret regulations. Provide excellent customer service to clients, licensed professionals, and agency staff, and can communicate clearly and concisely in a courteous and helpful manner in both the written and oral form. Employee must have the ability to drive a vehicle and be insurable under the Company standard insurance rates. Experience and Training: Minimum of BS/BA in City/Urban Planning, Natural Resource Planning, Construction Management, or a closely related field. Compensation: Hourly (TBD based on experience). Health insurance, vacation/sick time, paid holidays, 401(k) profit sharing plan (eligible after one year). The duties listed above are not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may also perform other reasonable related business duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor. This position is considered non-exempt. Please submit cover letter and resume to [email protected]