What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planner Series position at City of Garden Grove?
The City of Garden Grove is now accepting applications for the positions of:
ASSISTANT PLANNER / ASSOCIATE PLANNER / PLANNER / SENIOR PLANNER
ASSISTANT PLANNER / ASSOCIATE PLANNER / PLANNER / SENIOR PLANNER
Deadline to apply for this recruitment is Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. PST.
Click here to apply online: Join Our Team
Join our award-winning Planning team! The Planning team at the City of Garden Grove received the 2024 Award of Merit from the California Chapter of the American Planning Association for a Public Agency, and we have two vacancies to fill with energetic, customer service-oriented professionals.
We are currently accepting applications for the positions of Assistant Planner, Associate Planner, Planner, and Senior Planner in the Planning Services Division of the Community Development Department. Under general supervision, these roles perform technical work for current and advance planning sections in the Planning Services Division. The ideal candidate will: possess strong oral and written communication skills; be customer service oriented; possess excellent researching skills; and have experience with the latest industry software.
We anticipate creating an eligibility list from this recruitment that may be used to fill current and future vacancies for these classifications. Apply now!
ASSISTANT PLANNER: $5,520 - $8,156 monthly
- Perform general research;
- Review, analyze and assist in the acceptance and processing of development applications and permits;
- Prepare planning reports and make staff presentations to the Planning Commission and Zoning Administration;
- Assist with the development of planning strategies;
- Assist with implementing the City's General Plan and zoning ordinances;
- Perform environmental analysis studies; and
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
ASSOCIATE PLANNER: $6,159 - $9,099 monthly
- Research, review and present site plans, conditional use permits, planned unit developments and other development requests to the Planning Commission, Zoning Administrator, and City Council;
- Participate in development of new ordinances, specific plans and development and planning strategies;
- Review environmental impact reports and related development reports;
- Work with the public, answering zoning and development questions and processing permit applications;
- Make presentations to City Commissions, private and public agencies as necessary;
- Review, analyze and assist in the acceptance and processing of development applications and permits;
- Perform environmental analysis studies; and
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
PLANNER: $7,011 - $10,358 monthly
- Participate in the development and implementation of the general plan;
- Review the work of subordinate employees;
- Provide high level technical planning assistance to City staff members;
- Coordinate special urban planning projects;
- Recommend policies, policy changes in relation to the general plan and long-range planning;
- Participate in public and private studies and programs or projects relating to redevelopment activities;
- Assist management staff in reviewing and revising departmental policies and procedures;
- Conduct and supervise studies;
- Make recommendations during the annual review of the general plan;
- Assist with determining community objectives and how City activities and programs can best meet them; and
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
SENIOR PLANNER: $8,389 - $12,394 monthly
- Provide staff training and development;
- Evaluate the work of subordinate staff;
- Recommend and implement disciplinary action;
- Participate in the selection of new employees;
- Maintain a variety of records related to employee work activities;
- Assist with the planning and implementation of goals, objectives and performance standards for the division;
- Interpret ordinances, regulations and policies and assist in resolving special land use requests;
- Participate in the analysis and recommendations for zoning and land use for the City's physical and economic development;
- Assist in the development of programs and procedures;
- Conduct complex staff work and present before various planning organizations to implement the City's land use policies and development standards;
- Participate in the review and formulation of recommendations for amending the general plan and zoning codes;
- Assist with the administration of approved programs;
- Conduct or participate in studies relating to land use development and planning;
- Participate in the analysis and coordination of regional plans;
- Assist the Division Manager in budget preparations;
- Represent the Division Manager at various meetings, and make presentations to various groups; and
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
ASSISTANT PLANNER:
Bachelor's degree with major course work in planning, public or business administration, social sciences, economics, or a related field and six (6) months of experience in urban planning, land use or zoning administration and enforcement is required.
ASSOCIATE PLANNER:
Bachelor's degree with major course work in planning, architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, public administration, the social sciences, economics, or a related field and one (1) year of experience in planning, land use or zoning administration and enforcement is required.
PLANNER:
Bachelor's degree with major course work in urban planning, architecture, public administration, business administration, social sciences, or a related field and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal urban planning is required.
SENIOR PLANNER:
Bachelor's degree with major course work in planning, architecture, landscape architecture, public administration, the social sciences, or a related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience with municipal planning and land use, including one (1) year of supervisory experience is required. Post-graduate work in planning or public administration is highly desirable.
KNOWLEDGE OF
Principles and practices of land use and municipal planning; local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to planning, land subdivision and zoning; statistical and research methods relating to physical, social and economic effects on communities; the Subdivision Map Act and California Environment Quality Act; customer service techniques and principles, and computer software, including Microsoft Word and Excel programs.
ABILITY TO
Communicate effectively and cooperatively with property owners, developers, their agents or professional representatives, other public and private agencies, and other City departments; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; effectively convey planning studies and recommendations to a wide variety of audiences; conduct research and make appropriate recommendations; understand and administer complex laws and regulations; use initiative and creativity in solving problems; use a personal computer; read and interpret construction drawings, grading plans, and flood maps; and provide quality customer service.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must possess a valid Class C California driver license and an acceptable driving record in order to operate a City vehicle. An acceptable driving record is one that has three (3) or fewer DMV points issued within the past five (5) years, and no more than one (1) DUI within the past ten (10) years.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Incumbents in this classification stand, walk, sit, push, pull, use fingers repetitively, speak clearly, hear normal voice conversation, distinguish shades and colors, see long distances, see small details, use a telephone, type, work on a personal computer and drive a vehicle.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Incumbents in this classification work in an open office environment, have direct contact with the public and may be required to work evenings and weekends.
HOW TO APPLY
Online applications can be submitted by visiting: www.ggcity.org/hr. Questions regarding this position may be sent via email to lydiatb@ggcity.org. City Hall is open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and every other Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The deadline to apply is Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. PST.
Online application packets must include:
- a completed online employment application
- a completed supplemental questionnaire
The application must be completely filled out, an attached resume cannot substitute for the information required on the application. Include any education, training, or other relevant course work that would make you a particularly strong candidate.
THE SELECTION PROCESS
The selection process may consist of:
- Oral Panel Interview and Writing Sample - tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Applications will be reviewed very carefully, and only those who appear to have the best qualifications will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee continuation in the recruitment process.
CANDIDATES WILL RECEIVE COMMUNICATION THROUGH EMAIL ONLY and should be diligent in checking both their email and spam mail.
NEPOTISM POLICY
The City has adopted a Nepotism Policy that may affect the status of your application. Please refer to the Garden Grove Municipal Code 2.44.440 Nepotism Policy for more information.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Garden Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, marital status, religion, ancestry, national origin, medical condition, non-disqualifying disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, military/veteran status, or other protected class covered by appropriate law.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
Per Government Code 3100, in the event of a disaster, employees of the City of Garden Grove are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
Salary : $5,520 - $8,156
