Zoning Technician

Final date to receive applications:

Job Type: County

Planning & Zoning Department

Oneida County is accepting applications to fill a full time Zoning Technician position within the Planning & Zoning Department. This position will work primarily at the Minocqua office.

This position assists the public in completion and issuing of a variety of permits, performs field inspections, issues citations, investigates complaints, provides written reports, assists with zoning violation enforcement, inspects septic systems and performs office work.

• – Bachelor degree in Planning, Soils, Land Surveying, Environmental Sciences, Resource Management, Plumbing, Legal Land Descriptions or related field, and two years direct work experience in one of the above areas OR
• – Associates degree and four years direct work experience in the one of the above areas OR
• – High School degree (or equivalent) and six years work experience in one of the above areas.

The ideal candidate currently holds or would be able to obtain a POWTS (Private Onsite Wastewater Treatment System Inspector) certification within six months of hire, and would be able to obtain a Wisconsin Certified Soil Tester certification within one year of hire. Qualified individuals must also have a valid Wisconsin driver’s license, reliable vehicle, knowledge of computers and GIS technology, ability to work independently and an understanding of local, county, state and federal zoning laws.

Starting 2026 wage rate of $27.99 to $30.39 per hour based on the applicant’s education, current certifications and relevant job experience plus excellent benefits including affordable health insurance, monetary incentives for waiver of health coverage, Wisconsin Retirement System benefits and a PTO (Paid Time Off) package with the ability to carry unused PTO into future years. Mileage reimbursement available.

Position works 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. with a ½ hour unpaid lunch, with some flexibility provided.

Oneida County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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