Salary: $4,943.00 - $6,012.00 Monthly
Location : County of Imperial, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202603001
Department: Public Works
Division: 1542001 Public Works Road Construction
Opening Date: 07/24/2026
Closing Date: 8/3/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Basic Function and Distinguishing Characteristics
Under the direction of the Planning Director/Building Official/Director of Public Works, or an assigned supervisor, assists citizens, developers, and business people with issues related to the land use permit/public works encroachment process, including but not limited to; zoning codes, county standard drawings and specifications, permit application completion, and other requirements. Assists staff in issuing or processing a wide variety of permits for the Planning/Building/Public Works Department. Provides information to the public, regarding the County's permit requirements and the placement of public improvements; maintains a variety of records and logs in the department's permit tracking system and assist in improving and streamlining the permit process.
Education and Experience/ Licenses and Other Requirements
Any combination equivalent to: Two (2) years of college-level course work in business, construction or related field and two (2) years increasingly responsible governmental building and planning code enforcement operations and activities experience.
Incumbents are required to obtain a Notary Public Certification within the first year in this classification. Valid California driver's license; which must be maintained throughout employment in this class, is required at time of appointment.
Supplemental Information
A valid driver's license may be required at the time of appointment and employees may also be required to drive their own vehicle and provide proof of liability insurance as per Vehicle Code VC ยง 160020. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
This position may require pre-employment drug test, physical examination, and fingerprinting for a background investigation.
The County of Imperial does not unlawfully discriminate on any prohibited basis under state or federal law including prohibitions listed in title VII, the Age and Discrimination and Employment Act, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Fair Employment and Housing Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you feel you have a need for special arrangements due to a disability in order to participate in the recruitment process, call (442) 265-1148 or call California Relay Service at 7-1-1.
*NOTE: IF YOU BELIEVE YOUR CIVIL RIGHTS IN EMPLOYMENT MATTERS HAVE BEEN VIOLATED AT ANY TIME DURING THE COURSE OF YOUR CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT, CONTACT THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY OFFICE, 940 W. MAIN STREET, SUITE 101, EL CENTRO, CA 92243, PHONE: (442) 265-1017 (DO NOT CALL THIS NUMBER FOR GENERAL EMPLOYMENT OR JOB APPLICATION INFORMATION).
About Imperial County: Imperial County is located in the Imperial Valley in the southeast of California, bordering Arizona and Mexico, with the Colorado River forming the County's eastern boundary. Imperial County is a major agricultural center, producing half of the nation's winter vegetables, as well as extensive renewable resources, such as geothermal, wind, and solar. Off-road enthusiasts are drawn to the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation area, and the Colorado River is a popular destination for watersports, including fishing, boating, and water skiing. Fans of the popular movie, The Return of the Jedi, will recognize the Algodones Sand Dunes, where the movie was filmed.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.
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Do you have a minimum of two (2) years of college-level course work in business or construction and two (2) years of responsible governmental building and planning code enforcement operations experience.
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