Assistant Planner

Salary : $77,376.00 - $94,068.00 Annually

Location : City of Hermosa Beach, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 2425-00001b

Department : Community Development

Opening Date : 12 / 09 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

INTRODUCTION

Under general supervision, to perform entry-level technical and professional planning work related to current and advance planning functions including enforcement and interpretation of building and zoning regulations, conditional use permits and other municipal code section regulations; to explain zoning regulations to the public; to review and process applications for development; and to perform special projects as assigned.

Assistant Planner Job Flyer

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs a wide range of technical and professional work in municipal planning including current and advance planning

Responds to public and other governmental organizations inquiries in person, over the phone, and / or by email

Assists in providing information and assistance to developers, property owners, the public, other departments, and outside agencies regarding laws, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures related to the submission of plans, processing of applications, and implementation requirements

Reviews development and construction plans and conducts zone checks to ensure compliance with applicable zoning and code requirements

Assists in the preparation of staff analysis of projects being heard by the Planning Commission and City Council

Assists in preparing and conducting planning surveys, land use surveys and research

Assists in preparation of initial environmental assessments

Assists in the preparation, processing and monitoring of grant applications

Processes applications for major developments, zoning changes, subdivisions, site reviews, variances, special use permit and other permits prepares and / or revises planning ordinances

Participates in and / or conducts field inspection and survey and performs project site analysis

Works with code enforcement to investigate zoning violations / complaints and works with property owners, architects, and / or contractors to determine appropriate actions to resolve violations / complaints

Assists in coordinating the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs

Serve as the liaison for assigned functions with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies

Participates in special projects as assigned

Performs related work duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Knowledge of :

Basic operations, services, and activities of a community planning program the principles and practices of urban planning

Understanding of state and federal planning, zoning, development and environmental laws statistical and research methods applied to the collection and analysis of data pertinent to planning

Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and supporting software applications

Basic methods and techniques of effective technical report preparation and presentation.

Ability to :

Effectively read construction plans and site plans

Identify and interpret technical and numerical information

Read and interpret regulations

Prepare and analyze technical and administrative reports, statements, and correspondence that can be understood by a layperson

Provide effective customer service

Operate modern office equipment and computers including specialized computer applications

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience : Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain this required knowledge would be :

Educational equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in planning, public administration, or a related field and one year of experience in the planning field. A Master's degree in Planning or Public Administration may be substituted for experience requirement.

Licenses / Certificates : Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License with a safe driving record is required and must be maintained as valid during the course of employment.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment : Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with some travel to different sites occasionally works in outside weather conditions.

Physical : Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist to lift, carry, push, and / or pull light to moderate amounts of weight to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision : See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing : Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

The City of Hermosa Beach places a high priority on the health and safety of our City's workforce and our community. Consistent with that commitment, in light of the substantial and growing body of evidence that vaccinations remain the most effective protection against the spread the COVID-19, we require that all City staff members, Commissioners / Board Members, contractors, and volunteers of our City be fully vaccinated. All City staff members must be fully vaccinated by November 12, 2021, as a condition of employment. Exceptions are available only for those who need an accommodation under a medical / disability or religious exemption.

The City of Hermosa Beach is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all City staff members and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Work Days : Monday through Thursday, 7 : 00am to 6 : 00pm

Bi-Annual Merit Pay : You may be eligible for a quarterly merit pay bonus of up to 5% of your quarterly base pay earnings. In order to receive merit pay, you will provide a detailed outline of goals that have been met for each quarter.

Educational Allowance : The City agrees that employees who desire to enroll in training and / or academic courses at a State of California approved and / or recognized college or university that may provide the employee with general or specific skills and / or knowledge that contributes to their ability to perform their current position or enhances promotional opportunities shall have their course fees, books, and tuition for any CSU campus rates paid by the city (employee who attend a non-CSU campus will receive up to the average of CSULB, CSUDH, & CSULA), subject to approval of the City Manager.

Vacation Leave :

• 1-3 Years of employment : 80 hours per year of Vacation Leave
• 4-5 Years of employment : 96 hours per year of Vacation Leave
• 6-9 Years of employment : 112 hours per year of Vacation Leave
• 10-13 Years of employment : 128 hours per year of Vacation Leave
• 14-17 Years of employment : 144 hours per year of Vacation Leave
• 18 Years of employment : 160 hours per year of Vacation Leave

Sick Leave : Employees will accrue 10 hours of Sick Leave per month.

Holidays : The City observes 12 holidays throughout the year.

Administrative Leave : You will receive 70 hours of Administrative Leave each calendar year; these hours do not accumulate or carry-over, it must be used each year. Your administrative leave bank will be prorated based on your date of hire.

INSURANCE

Medical : Employees receive up to $1,875.39 per month to purchase medical insurance; premium cost above this amount is paid by the employee. If you waive enrollment for medical insurance and show proof of coverage, you will be eligible for a cash-in-lieu benefit of up to $750.00 per month.

Dental : Employees receive up to $226.30 per month to purchase dental insurance; premium cost above this amount is paid by the employee.

Vision : Vision insurance is available for purchase

Life : The City provides life insurance in the amount of 1X annual salary.

Short-term Disability and Long-term Disability : The City provides coverage for both short-term and long-term disability.

Employee Assistance Program : The City provides coverage for the employee and eligible dependents.

What is your highest level of education?

How many years of experience do you have in planning?

Please describe your experience with understanding and reading architectural plans and documents

Describe your professional goals and how this position will assist you in fulfilling those goals

What customer service experience do you have?

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Salary : $77,376 - $94,068