Job Description

Planning Technician

Apply by June 15 2026 (11:59 p.m.)

$42.2380-$54.4846 per hour

Plus excellent health and retirement benefits and 3% COLA increase in July 2026.

Placement on the salary schedule will be based on qualifications and direct work experience.

The Town of Los Gatos is recruiting for a motivated Planning Technician to support the Planning Division with strong communication skills and attention to detail. This role involves collecting and analyzing data assisting with report preparation and providing technical support for land use zoning and subdivision projects.

The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will embody:

• Exceptional Communication Skills: Clear concise writing and confident interpersonal communication.
• Strong Organizational Skills: Skilled at managing multiple priorities and deadlines with thoroughness and accuracy.
• Decision Making/Independent Judgement: Exhibits strong independent judgment when evaluating options and determining optimal solutions.
• Adaptability & Flexibility: Thrives in a dynamic fast-changing environment with competing demands and changing priorities and needs.
• Interpersonal Skills: Exhibits the ability to effectively and courteously interact with others and build and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers other Town employees organizations and the general public.
• Commitment to Public Service: A passion for serving the community and supporting effective local government.

Work Schedule: The normal work week for this position is Monday through Friday in-person with occasional extended or irregular hours. Telework schedule is not available.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Work with professional staff in collecting analyzing and evaluating factual data.
• Extracts planning information from land use maps aerial photographs subdivision maps and other planning records.
• Investigates zoning and land use changes in the field gathering factual data to ascertain present use of land and location of structures.
• Assists in the preparation of planning reports.
• Computes land areas and other mapping calculations.
• Prepares maps charts tables photographs illustrations and other graphics for display or inclusion in planning reports.
• Indexes and files maps plans and reports and meeting tapes.
• Prepares and updates computerized mailing lists.
• Organizes mailings and report distributions.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

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

• Equivalent to at least two years college level education in planning or a related field.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Current principles and trends in urban planning and zoning.
• Drafting and mapping techniques.
• Applicable Town regulations policies and programs.
• General customer service techniques.
• Safe work practices.
• Basic principles of report preparation.
  

Ability to:

• Accurately interpret and administer applicable codes and regulations.
• Analyze research and investigate issues and to prepare clear and concise reports based on findings.
• Prepare accurate drawings and maps.
• Communicate effectively both in writing and orally.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Possession of a valid California Class C drivers license.
  

Each of these essential tasks must be performed individually and unassisted by other persons since this class of employment requires an ability to work alone.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Internship or para-professional experience in city planning.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employees must be able to maintain physical condition necessary for sitting walking and standing for extended periods of time; some stooping crawling crouching and climbing; maintain concentration and the capability to make sound decisions; maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful completion of assigned duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employee work indoors in a computerized office environment in direct contact with other Town personnel and the public.

FLSA: Non-exempt

PROPERTY INTEREST :

This classification is represented by the Town Employees Association.

Application and Selection Process

To be considered for this career opportunity click the Apply button to complete the online application form. All application materials must be submitted online. Resumes may be attached but not accepted in place of a complete online application.

Only complete applications will be accepted. Applications will be screened in relation to the criteria in this job announcement. Applicants with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to interview. The information in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute an express or implied contract. For technical questions visit GovernmentJobs Support.

The Town of Los Gatos is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation disability veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal state or local laws. The Town of Los Gatos is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability contact us at or at .

Required Experience:

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, Work experience placement, Internship, Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Monday to Friday

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