Community Development Technician - Minnetonka, MN

Salary · $ $37.78 Hourly · Location · Minnetonka, MN · Job Type · Full-time · Job Number · Department · Community Development · Opening Date · 02/20/2026 · Closing Date · 3/16/2026 11:59 PM Central · FLSA · Non-Exempt · Why Minnetonka? · Supportive culture · • Work-life fit · • ...

Job description

Salary

$ $37.78 Hourly

Location

Minnetonka, MN

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

Department

Community Development

Opening Date

02/20/2026

Closing Date

3/16/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Why Minnetonka?

Supportive culture
• Work-life fit
• Well-being
• Employee-focused
• Make a difference

Our greatest asset are our people. City of Minnetonka employees work together to drive change and make a meaningful impact on the community. We support one another in our personal and professional lives. You can expect to make a difference because in Minnetonka you and your work matter.

Job Description

Performs intermediate administrative support work supporting building and zoning related activities of the Community Development department, processing building and zoning permit applications, scheduling inspections and providing information to contractors, homeowners and general public, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the City Planner.

Duties/Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

• Checks and accepts accurate and complete permit applications
• Maintains an accurate database of all permit applications
• Schedules inspections for multiple inspectors
• Provides service to customers in person and on the phone
• Processes and issues permits and collects permit fees
• Properly routes permit applications to other departments for approval
• Communicates extensively with citizens
• Conducts research regarding planning, land use and zoning matters
• Provides printed information for planning, zoning and development activities
• Intakes planning applications processing when the Planning Clerk is unavailable and as needed;
• scans permit plan documents
• Maintains accurate contractor database to ensure that contractors are properly licensed
• Issues water meters, collects fees, and maintains accurate meter information.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• A commitment to and belief in the organization's shared values
• Excellent organization and customer service skills
• High school diploma or GED
• Three years of general clerical experience
• Demonstrated skill in spelling, grammar, mathematics and computer applications
• Ability to communicate effectively, efficiently and professionally

Desired Job Qualifications:

• Experience working in local, county or state government or within the construction industry
• Experience working as permit technician
• Building permit technician certification
• Trained in conflict resolution

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Skilled at communicating effectively, efficiently, and professionally with the public and co-workers in a manner that is easily understandable, possibly under stressful conditions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and co-workers
• Skilled at prioritizing duties and multi-task effectively in a busy office environment
• Ability to see, hear, and remember facts and circumstances and properly document them for future reference
• Maintain confidential information
• Ability to work independently under direction and as a contributing team member
• Proficiently skilled with the use of computers and software, including Microsoft Office products, and other basic office equipment
• Ability to learn job-specific computer software

Not Sure You Meet All the Qualifications?

If this role interests you, but you're unsure about meeting all the listed requirements, we encourage you to apply Your unique experiences may be more relevant than you think, and we value both technical skills and diverse perspectives.

How to Apply:

• Click "Apply" at the top of the page before the closing date.

• Submit these documents via the online application system (no zip files or links):

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Questions? Contact Human Resources at

Hiring Process:

• Open Job Posting: Requisition is open and accepting applications.
• Selection Process: Qualified applicants join a candidate pool. Hiring managers select candidates for interviews and/or assessments. You'll be notified if selected.
• Pre-Employment Screening: This may include a driver's license, a criminal history background check, a drug test, a physical exam, a work assessment or simulation, and, if education-based, proof of qualifications.

Contact Us:

For position-related questions, email Katie Xiong at

Veteran's Preference:

Veterans can request preference under MN Statute by submitting a DD214 with their application.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The City of Minnetonka values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, age, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, public assistance status, or other protected classes.

Visit our Benefits page for more information.