The Position
Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Community & Economic Development or other appropriately designated staff, this position will perform entry-level work pertaining to Zoning Code application and interpretation. The successful candidate will be expected to assist with Planning Division counter activities and special projects while becoming experienced with plan reviews and the processing of ministerial applications. Exposure to a wide range of entry and journey-level Planning and related activities can be expected.  This position is a temporary part-time paid internship, not to exceed one (1) year.

• Knowledge of terminology, methods, practices, and techniques of planning and drafting.

• Ability to perform arithmetic calculations; compose clear and grammatically correct correspondence.

• Utilize drafting equipment and prepare graphic displays.

• Utilize and interpret General Plan and Zoning Ordinance regulations with appropriate assistance.

• Review development plans and related applications.

• Exhibit effective customer service skills.

• Review over-the-counter applications; conduct surveys, and research and compile data for special studies.

• Process planning applications (certificates of occupancy, temporary use permits, fence permits, home occupation permits, etc.

Applicants must be currently enrolled in a recognized undergraduate or graduate level Planning degree program, and remain enrolled throughout the course of employment. (Applicants must submit proof of enrollment with application materials or via email to [email protected].)

Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. The position also requires both near and far vision in reading written reports and work related documents. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to drive motorized vehicles. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper, and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required.

Additional Information can be found  at https://www.pico-rivera.org/index.php/our-city/city-jobs/

The application can be found at https://www.pico-rivera.org/index.php/our-city/city-jobs/

FINAL FILING DATE:   This recruitment will close by 11:59 p.m., Thursday, November 3, 2022. 

SELECTION PROCESS:
All application materials must be submitted online prior to the final filing date.  Based on a review of application materials, those applicants who are determined to be the best qualified will be invited to participate in the testing and selection process to further evaluate their job-related experience, education, knowledge, skills and abilities. Resumes will be accepted in addition to, but not in lieu of, the required application materials (such as a copy of high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalent, and/or typing certificate, if applicable).  This is a competitive process; therefore, be thorough in your responses.  All statements made on the application are subject to verification.  False statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the Eligibility List, or discharge from employment.For more information regarding this recruitment, please email Human Resources, at [email protected].

Employees in this position are regularly scheduled to work up to 28 hours per week and are not eligible for inclusion in the regular, permanent employment service of the City and do not receive fringe benefits. Such employees serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and are classified as at-will employees.  The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.