Assistant/Associate Planner

A complete job description including benefits, and the Town of Paradise Employment Application for can be found at: Assistant/Associate Planner - Town Planning Division | Paradise, CA (townofparadise.com) CLOSING DATE: Thursday, September 19, 2024 @ 5:00 p.m. Post Marks will not be accepted as proof of filing date. JOB DESCRIPTION: Definition Under general supervision or general direction, performs various professional field and office planning work related to current and advance planning, including review of development and land use applications, zoning, site plans, and environmental documents; provides project management and administration; completes technical assessments and prepares written project analyses; provides professional advice and assistance to the public on planning, community development, zoning, permits, and environmental review; provides complex professional staff assistance to the Community Development Director, other departments, and the public in areas of expertise; performs a variety of studies and prepares and presents staff reports; and performs related work as required. Class Characteristics Assistant Planner: This is the entry-level classification in the Planner series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents with basic planning experience perform professional and technical planning work in current, advance, and/or environmental planning activities. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the Associate level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment. Associate Planner: This is a full journey-level class in the Planner series. Incumbents are expected to perform the full range of professional and technical planning work in all the following areas: current, advance, and/or environmental planning activities and daily departmental operations, in addition to providing project management and administration. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Assistant level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgement and initiative. Examples of Typical Job Functions (Illustrative Only) Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Reviews routine to complex commercial, industrial, and residential development proposals, plans, and applications for issuance of zoning clearance and for compliance with appropriate codes, ordinances, standards, laws, rules, regulations, and policies. Provides interpretations of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Subdivision Map Act, and local environmental guidelines; identifies corrective actions to be taken by owners; recommends improvement and rehabilitation programs; conducts follow-up and re-check and approves or denies submittals. Reviews and signs off on plans, for zoning compliance, submitted for Building Plan check and permits. Assists the public at the front counter and on the phone, answering questions and providing information. Compiles information for a variety of studies and reports; researched, analyzes, and interprets social, economic, population, and land use data and trends; researches and reviews previous entitlements and Town records; develops recommendations and prepares written reports on various planning matters and the Town’s General Plan; participates in the implementation and administration of the Town’s General Plan and development regulations. Researches, collects, records, analyzes, interprets, and summarizes statistical and demographic information; prepares spreadsheets and establishes and maintains a comprehensive database. Prepares and presents staff reports for the Town Council, Planning Commission, Design Review Committee, Zoning Administrator, Staff Review Committee, and various other committees and advisory boards as directed; prepares research, reports, maps, and conducts briefings and meetings. Performs other duties as assigned. The Ideal Candidate Knowledge of: Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Town staff. Geographic, socio-economic, transportation, political, and other elements related to Town planning. Researching and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures. Practices of researching planning and land use issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective staff reports. Principals of advanced mathematics and their application to planning work. General concepts of architecture, landscaping, grading, drainage, and traffic and transportation engineering as they relate to the process of urban planning. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and organizational policies and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. Project management and contract administration principles and techniques. Ability To: Interpret planning and zoning programs to the general public; identify and respond to issues and concerns of the public, Town Council, and other boards and commissions. Read plans and specifications and make effective site visits. Assesses, monitor, and report environmental impact on and of various Town programs and services. Prepare and present clear, concise, and logical written and oral reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials. Conduct routine research projects, evaluate alternatives, and make sound recommendations. Effectively represent the department and the Town in meetings with governmental agencies; community groups; various business, professional, and regulatory organizations; and in meetings with individuals. Work in a fast-paced environment. Education & Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in urban planning, community development, business or public administration, or a related field. Assistant Planner: One (1) year of professional experience in planning, zoning and related community development activities. Associate Planner: Three (3) years of professional experience in planning, zoning and related community development activities, or two (2) years of experience as an Assistant Planner at the Town of Paradise. Licenses and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License by time of the appointment and a satisfactory driving record. FINAL FILING DATE & SELECTION PROCEDURE: Please mail complete application packets (Town of Paradise Employment Application form, Cover Letter & Resume) to: Town of Paradise – Human Resources Department Attn: Assistant/Associate Planner 5555 Skyway Paradise, CA 95969 or email to: salvies@townofparadise.com 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 19, 2024 Postmarks will not be accepted as proof of filing date. Following a review of the applications, top candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an oral board testing process. The successful candidate will be required to pass and extensive background check and pre-employment physical examination at the Town’s expense, and final background review prior to appointment. The information contained in this announcement is general in nature and does not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Employee benefits may vary with different employee bargaining units and are subject to change by mutual agreement. The Town of Paradise is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. A complete job description including benefits, and the Town of Paradise Employment Application for can be found at: Assistant/Associate Planner - Town Planning Division | Paradise, CA (townofparadise.com) Job Type: Full-time Pay: $65,208.00 - $96,449.00 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Education: Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: Community Development: 1 year (Preferred) Zoning: 1 year (Preferred) Urban planning: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person