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Posting Date 06/23/26
Application Deadline 06/30/26
Pay Range $20.25 - $30.50 hourly
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type Unclassified
Department Planning and Development
About the Position Bring your construction expertise to Maricopa County and apply to the Development Services Technician position today! In this role, you will provide customer information and assistance related to the development process, including planning, building, zoning, code enforcement, drainage review, and maintaining records using the County's automated permitting system and computerized geographic information system. About Us Maricopa County is GROWING. At the Maricopa County Planning and Development Department, we want you to join us in making that growth possible! With our wide range of services from land-use planning to building inspections and permit review, we have positions that allow professionals in the planning, construction, engineering, and trades fields to shape the future of the built environment. Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including an incentive Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
We Require
Two years of experience evaluating site plans, building construction plans, and other documents High school diploma or GED Post-secondary education in Urban Planning or a related field may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis
Other Requirements Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire. We Also Value
Two years of experience in land development or related fields Technical and/or customer support experience, preferably in a private development or municipal permitting process Permit Technician certification Experience using automated systems (Accela, IssueTrack, etc.) for processing permit activity and communications
Job Contributions
Review paper or digital residential and commercial building applications and plans, as well as paper planning submittals to ensure completeness of permit plans before submittal; screen for minimum submittal requirements and accuracy Assist developers and the public at the counter or over the phone by explaining the County's development process and code requirements Review deeds; verify parcel information with Assessor maps for address assignment or verification Initiate, notify, accurately identify, and correct a wide variety of addressing issues; respond to public requests for any addressing issues or concerns of address changes when appropriate Review deeds and apply legal descriptions to site property on Assessor maps and in approved subdivision plates for address assignment or verification Coordinate and track the progress of development projects and contact permit applicants, contractors, engineers, and architects regarding permit processing problems, deed and site plan revisions, and advise applicants when corrections are needed Maintain historic resource map files and permit database Consult with emergency service providers and other County departments to resolve addressing issues. Conduct research to resolve addressing problems and errors Receive, ensure accuracy, and process new/change road name applications. Communicate with property owners and/or appropriate agencies about any address change or newly named roads, and related issues Other duties as assigned
Working Conditions
This position requires the employee to be in the office/field or customer-facing for all hours worked Exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, or requires walking or standing to a significant degree Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
Selection Procedure
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process. Apply Now!
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Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
Jun 24, 2026