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City of Modesto is excited to announce an in-person opportunity for a dynamic and customer-focused Development Services Technician. In this essential role, you’ll be at the forefront of our land use, planning, building, and community development services—guiding the public, supporting professional staff, and helping streamline key permit and development processes. If you’re energized by problem-solving, public service, and making a tangible impact in your community, this role offers an exciting place to grow.
Salary Incentives:
2.5% Education Incentive (bachelor’s degree)
5% Education Incentive (master’s degree)
The Development Services Technician is responsible to perform technical and administrative work in one or more specialized land use areas; to provide information and direction to the public on processes and requirements associated with construction, community development, planning, and building; to provide assistance and support to professional planning, engineering, and building staff; and to receive, review, route, process, and perform minor plan checking of minor applications and permits.
*This position requires on-site work; remote work Is not an option. All interviews associated with this recruitment will be held in person.
**Current vacancies in Building Safety (1) and Planning Division (1).
Application Process
Applicants will be assessed on the application submitted. Due to the volume of applications received, resumes will not be screened for the purpose of determining who is the most qualified to compete in the testing process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to fill out the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application with complete information and adequate detail. Do not substitute any part of the application with the words “SEE RESUME.”
Applicants considered to be the most qualified will be invited to continue in the testing process. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to revise the testing process to best meet the needs of the City.
Tentative Testing Schedule
Online Exam
September 1, 2026 – September 7, 2026
The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of equity and inclusion. A City application is required, including Supplemental Questionnaire. The City of Modesto does not sponsor H-1B Visas. Salary offered depends on candidate’s experience.
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