What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Planner position at City of Carpinteria, CA?
Salary : $100,116.30 - $137,659.91 Annually
Location : Carpinteria, CA
Job Type : Full-Time
Department : Community Development
Opening Date : 12 / 12 / 2024
ABOUT THE POSITION AND OUR AGENCY
THE CITY OF CARPINTERIA IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
Are you a skilled planning professional ready to make an impact in a dynamic, close-knit coastal community? Do you have a passion for thoughtful development, preserving the character of a unique town, and supporting a dedicated team? Are you excited to join a City that values diversity, equity, and inclusion? If so, the City of Carpinteria may have an exciting opportunity for you as our next Principal Planner!
- Application Deadline Extended
Applications will continue to be accepted until further notice.
Salary Range : $100,116.30 - $137,659.91 / annually
plus a generous benefits package
Under general direction, supervises the current or advanced planning functions in Community Development Department and performs responsible professional work involving the development review or advanced planning programs. This is a mid-management professional planning position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES
Include but are not limited to the following :
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and / or Experience :
Any combination of education, training and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in urban planning, urban design, landscape architecture, architecture, environmental studies, public administration, engineering or a closely related field and five years of increasingly responsible professional planning, former redevelopment agency work or related program management experience in the assigned area including two years of first line supervisory experience or three years of lead responsibility or oversight of projects or programs are required. Experience with the California Coastal Act, professional planning experience in a California public agency, and a master's degree are all highly desirable.
License / Certificate :
All licenses and certificates must be maintained as a condition of employment.
Skills :
Skills to read and interpret site plans, landscape plans and related materials; evaluate plans, proposals and designs; collect, tabulate and compute planning statistics and prepare charts, tables, maps and graphic presentation; organize and conduct planning research studies; make clear and effective public presentations; plan, organize and complete complex and long-term assignments; conversant with a variety of computer programs; assign and supervise the work of assigned staff; and administer programs, projects, contracts and grants.
Knowledge :
Knowledge of principles and practices of organization and functional system design for program management and operations, administration, personnel and budget management; contemporary principles and practices of urban design, comprehensive planning theory; statistical and analytical research methods relating to planning theory and policy development; Local, State, and Federal laws pertaining to planning, zoning, environmental review, general plan, land subdivision administration, redevelopment law and practices, and the California Coastal Act; development review analysis and processes; including site plan review, design charrettes, architectural and urban design; historic preservation theories and principles; public participation techniques; and pertinent city government organizations, functions, policies, rules and regulations.
Abilities :
Ability to establish, maintain and continually lead and implement a systematic approach to the work completed by the Planning Division. Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of others; motivates and trains staff to accomplish goals and meet deadlines; compiles and analyzes technical planning data; prepares and presents clear, concise reports; read detailed and complex site plans; communicates effectively in both verbal and written form; establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, City officials, community stakeholder groups, and the public; interprets and applies Local, State and Federal regulations and administrative policies; develops policies, ordinances and procedures; and maintains both electronic and paper records in a detailed and orderly state pursuant to department protocols.
SELECTION PROCESS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Applications will continue to be accepted until further notice.
Applications must be submitted online through
Materials must be complete and clearly indicate the candidate meets the minimum qualifications. Incomplete, late, emailed, and faxed applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application.
The City of Carpinteria offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, deferred compensation, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long- / short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page :
Instructions for completing the supplemental questionnaire : The application and supplemental questionnaire will be a primary tool in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility and to further identify those applicants who are best qualified to continue in the selection process for this position. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Resumes may be attached, but they will not be accepted in lieu of completing the job experience section of the application or the supplemental questions. Responses to the supplemental questions that indicate "see resume" are considered incomplete. By checking the 'Yes' response below, I indicate that I have read the job description (see link in job posting) and these instructions for completing the supplemental questionnaire. Additionally, I certify that my application and supplemental answers accurately reflect my training, education and experience; and I understand that my responses are subject to verification.
Please describe your experience in current and advance planning. In your response, please indicate the timeframe, employer, and title. If you have no experience in this area, please indicate N / A
Do you have experience related to the California Coastal Act?
If you answered "yes" to the previous question (#3), please describe your experience performing those duties. In your response, please indicate the time frame, name of the employer, and position held. If you do not have experience in this area, please indicate "N / A."
Do you have experience related to the California Environmental Quality Act?
If you answered "yes" to the previous question (#5), please describe your experience performing those duties. In your response, please indicate the time frame, name of the employer, and position held. If you do not have experience in this area, please indicate "N / A."
Do you have supervisory experience?
If you answered "yes" to the previous question (#7), please describe your supervisory experience, including the number of staff you supervised and your responsibilities as their supervisor. In your response, please indicate the time frame, name of the employer, and position held. If you do not have experience in this area, please indicate "N / A."
Required Question
Salary : $100,116 - $137,660