Planning Commission Clerk (Staff Services Technician)

Job Description:

Planning Commission Clerk (Staff Services Technician)

Description

About the Opportunity

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The Planning and Community Development Department is recruiting for a well-qualified candidate that has experience working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with on-going deadlines and the need for attention to detail. This Staff Services Technician position serves as Planning Commission Clerk to the Stanislaus County Planning Commission and as Clerk to the Airport Land Use Commission and Historic Site Committee, requiring the ability to attend evening public meetings held at least twice per month. The ideal candidate needs to possess strong written and verbal communication skills, the able to edit and format large technical documents, and be comfortable performing critical tasks independently.

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THE POSITION
The Planning Commission Clerk, under general supervision, prepares and maintains the agenda and minutes for various committees and attends committee meetings. The position is responsible for coordinating, proofing, and formatting time sensitive documents, including, but not limited to, public hearing notices and staff reports made available to the public. The position is assigned to the Department’s Planning Division and acts as a lead-worker disseminating work assignments, training staff, and handling more difficult task assignments. The position may be assigned to supervise administrative clerks assigned to the Division.

Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Technical Services Bargaining Unit for labor relations purposes.

Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve months probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding).

The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab .

Typical Tasks

• Assist in coordinating the processing of land use entitlement applications and related documents;
• Maintain records to track applications and documents through various processes;
• Proof, format, label, compile and distribute referrals, reports, memos, agendas, minutes, notices, and letters;
• Post, publish, and distribute agendas and hearing notices in accordance with legal requirements;
• Monitor and maintain strict legal deadlines and when necessary follow-up with others to insure all work is completed on schedule;
• Attend committee meetings and prepare meeting minutes (typically the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month);
• Set-up for, and tear down after, committee meetings;
• Utilize a variety of widely used productivity and communication tools, including word processing, spreadsheets, PDF editing, email, virtual collaboration platforms, and video conferencing software;
• Work with specialized databases and applications related to geographical information systems, permitting systems, and agenda meeting management systems;
• Post documents on the internet and distribute information via mass email;
• Prepare and file documentation with Clerk-Recorder’s Office;
• Maintain and archive commission agendas, minutes, and application administrative records;
• Communicate with commission members to provide information and verify meeting quorums;
• Utilize various technical equipment for the recording and broadcasting of commission meetings;
• Review and interpret new legislation, government codes, policy mandates, etc. pertaining to the work overseen by the position;
• Maintain and upgrade professional knowledge and skills by attending trainings and by reading professional journals and publications;
• Communicate directly with and provide information to the public in person, by phone, and by email regarding commission agenda items and other efforts being overseen by the department;
• Perform and supervise routine administrative and clerical tasks; and
• Other tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience)

KNOWLEDGE

• Modern office practices/record-keeping;
• Statistical record keeping and reporting concepts, methods and techniques;
• Data processing relating to budget control or payroll;
• Principles and techniques of employee supervision; and
• Spelling, grammar, and elements of proper writing procedures.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Supervise staff conducting technical assistance;
• Work independently, under general supervision;
• Interpret and prepare statistical reports;
• Communicate effectively;
• Speak and write in a clear, concise manner;
• Effectively manage time and prioritize work tasks around strict timelines and deadlines;
• Develop and maintain record-keeping systems and electronic databases; and
• Prepare recommendations for Departmental and County review.

We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
PATTERN I

• Completion of thirty (30) college semester units in Public or Business Administration or related area.

PATTERN II

• Two (2) years performing highly complex clerical duties with lead-worker, programmatically or accounting responsibilities.

DESIRABLEQUALIFICATIONS
In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "Duties" section of the online application.

• Six (6) months experience in working with Boards, Authorities, and/or Commissions, attending meetings and preparing minutes; OR
• Six (6) months experience in applying the Brown Act in the preparation and posting of agendas; OR
• One (1) year of experience proofing and formatting technical documents made available for public review using Microsoft Word; OR
• One (1) year of experience proofing and formatting technical documents for legal proceedings using Microsoft Word.

In order for us to further evaluate your qualifications, if you have o ne (1) year of experience proofing and formatting technical documents, you may be asked to provide a PDF of a technical document that you have worked on during the selection process.

Application and Selection Procedures

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE
Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.

EXAMINATION PROCESS
Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
• Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests grammar, formatting, and editing skills needed for success in the position.
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months but may be extended up to eighteen months.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline: January 06, 2026
Oral Examination: January 26, 2026

Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation.

Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions.

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Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627.

Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary.

Closing Date/Time: 1/6/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$55,619.20 - $67,600.00 Annually