Development Aide I/II at The County of El Dorado – Placerville, California
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About This Position
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.
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING
The County of El Dorado, Department of Planning & Building is spilt into providing two services; Building and Planning Services. Building services is responsible for permit processing, scheduling and conducting inspections, parcel data, and building codes and policies. Planning Services is responsible for accuracy and upholding building codes and regulations for land use and development, personal and commercial cannabis guidelines and regulations, update of zoning ordinances as well as has a Planning Commission that is the Board of Supervisor’s advisor on land use planning.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Under general supervision, Development Aides provide information regarding and processes various applications for land use, grading, structures, underground storage tanks, septic, health and similar applications throughout the County. They receive and route plans and documents for review; issue permits; calculate fees; and perform a variety of office support work.
The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:
- Review and conduct preliminary checking of basic maps, plans, applications and similar documents for completeness, accuracy, and conformance to requirements.
- Research and assemble information from a variety of sources, including historical records, maps, legal property descriptions, databases, online or computer-based applications, and related source information.
- Calculate fees; collect and account for fees and issues receipts.
- Verify that required applications, insurances, and documentation, or similar criterion have been met or obtained.
- Issue permits as required, following specific guidelines.
- Maintain accurate records and files; enter and retrieve data and prepare documents or reports using an online or personal computer system.
- Provide information to applicants and others regarding policy and procedure, how to correct deficiencies in original document submission, and the process for re-application.
- Receive and screen a variety of visitors and callers to the office location; provide factual information, answer inquiries and route callers to the proper person.
- Type forms, reports, correspondence, specialized documents, and other materials, using a typewriter, word processor or personal computer; proofread and check typed material for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with departmental policies and regulation and correct English usage.
Development Aide I:
One year of experience in general clerical, office support or secretarial work.
Development Aide II:
In addition to the above, one year of experience in reviewing and processing permits and providing information to the public at a level equivalent to the County's class of Development Aide I.
For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description here.
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'.
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.
WRITTEN EXAMINATION
A written exam will be utilized to determine an applicant's ranking and placement on the eligibility list. The online examination has been tentatively scheduled for 7/24/25. If it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications and are therefore eligible to participate, you will be notified by email at least one week prior to the examination.
If you have taken this examination within six (6) months prior to the scheduled date of the examination, your score will automatically be transferred to this exam and you are not permitted sit for this examination. If you have taken this examination from greater than six (6) months but within twelve (12) months prior to the scheduled date of the examination, you may elect to transfer that examination score or sit for the examination again; you must contact Human Resources prior to the scheduled exam date to request that your previous score be transferred.
A transferred examination score does not guarantee passing the current examination administration. Examination pass points are set in accordance with the EEOC Uniform Employee Selection Guidelines.
For more information on the recruitment process, click here.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- One (1) full-time vacancy in the Planning & Building Department located in Placerville, CA.
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 ten (10) years.
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
- 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.