What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Planner / Associate Planner I / Associate Planner II position at City of San Clemente?
Associate Planner I ($42.22 - $51.32 Hourly range)
or Associate Planner II ($44.33 - $53.89 Hourly range)
level based on candidate qualifications and selection process.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision/direction, to perform a variety of general and specialized professional planning functions, involving conducting studies, analyzing data, and preparing reports on current and long-range projects; to coordinate and manage all activities related to assigned projects; and to provide information and assistance to developers and members of the business community and the public on planning and development related matters.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Assistant Planner:
This is the entry level class within the professional Planner series. This class is distinguished from the Associate Planner classifications in that Assistant Planners perform the more routine professional planning functions within the series.
Associate Planner I:
This is the full journey level class within the professional Planner series. Associate Planners I perform the full range of duties as assigned, including assuming responsibility for advanced planning projects, management of planning entitlement projects, and preparation of complex planning reports for administrators, commissions, and city council. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
Associate Planner II:
In addition to the characteristics of the Associate Planner I, employees at the Associate Planner II level assist with more complex and higher-level planning projects in support of the Senior Planner, Principal Planner, and/or the City Planner.
- Responds to questions and provide information to members of the public at the counter, over the phone, and in the field.
- Conducts reviews and checks construction plans to determine compliance with City codes and conditions of approval; and inspect construction projects.
- Coordinates planning activities with other departments, divisions, and outside agencies and organizations.
- Uses specialized computer applications, such as inter-departmental GIS, to develop exhibits, such as maps, data reports, databases, and tools to track projects.
- Performs professional level planning functions in support of assigned projects involving conducting studies, analyzing data, and preparing reports
- Receives and reviews development proposals and applications for Planning permits; ensures compliance with appropriate regulations and policies; recommends modifications as appropriate.
- Performs environmental review of projects; and analyzes architectural, site planning and use merits of projects.
- Conducts a variety of current and long-range planning studies; researches, analyzes and interprets social, economic, land use, and population data; identifies trends; prepares written reports and develops recommendations on planning activities; and delivers presentations to members of the Planning Commission and City Council.
- Serves as project manager for complex advanced planning projects.
- Confers with and advise developers, contractors and the general public on acceptable site plans; reviews building plans, parcel maps, tract maps, subdivision proposals; ensures compliance with regulations and ordinances; and recommends modifications, as appropriate.
- Conducts field inspections for development proposals, land use surveys, and related planning studies; and ensures compliance with applicable codes and ordinances
- Develops and delivers presentations to members of the public; interprets and explains planning and zoning regulations, and upcoming planning projects; and responds to, and resolves complaints and inquiries.
- Provides staff assistance to members of boards and commissions, including the Zoning Administrator and Planning Commission; and prepares and presents staff reports to members of boards and commissions.
- Conducts inspections in the field relating to assigned planning and development projects, in order to ensure compliance with conditions of approval and regulations.
- May serve as a lead worker or project leader over departmental staff; may exercise technical and functional supervision over departmental staff.
- Researches various grants; prepares grant applications and writes reports, and monitors and evaluates progress of grant programs.
- Performs related work as required.
Modern computer operations and software applications.
Follow verbal and written directions and instructions.
Read, understand, interpret, and apply pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures related to municipal planning, general plans, zoning, environmental matters, land division, coastal issues, historic preservation, and other land use issues.
Learn current literature and recent developments in the field of planning and zoning.
Learn site planning and architectural design techniques and methods.
Learn to collect, compile, review, analyze, and organize technical and statistical information; and prepare reports.
Learn technical report writing techniques.
Visual acuity to see/read documents and computer screen.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Use computer software, hardware, and modern office equipment in an effective and safe manner.
Closely review and prepare reports, studies, presentations, records, and files that are up-to-date, complete, and accurate.
Principles and practices of planning, architecture, and building construction.
Site planning and architectural design techniques and methods.
Methods and techniques pertaining to conducting research and writing technical reports.
Laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to general plans, zoning and land divisions.
Applicable environmental laws and regulations, including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related computerized or automated applications
Concepts, methods, and techniques pertaining to reviewing and processing applications for development projects, including reviewing environmental related documents.
Complete work independently under minimal supervision.
Serve as an effective lead worker over departmental staff.
Serve as project manager for complex advanced planning projects.
Multi-task, plan, and complete work assignments in an effective and timely manner, while working in a setting with shifting priorities and frequent interruptions.
Coordinate work with other City divisions and departments, or outside agencies in an effective manner.
Research, analyze and compile technical and statistical information and prepare reports;
Develop logical and sound findings, conclusions, and recommendations, based on studies and research
Develop and deliver clear, concise, and understandable presentations to the public in an effective and compelling manner.
Interpret planning and zoning programs to members of the general public.
Respond to difficult, complex, and sensitive public inquiries.
Coordinate and implement the City's affordable housing strategy; evaluate proposed low and moderate income housing projects; collects and reviews legal information; make recommendations.
Participate in preparing Requests for Proposal (RFPs) for professional or technical services; review proposals, and assist in conducting interviews; participate in the selection of consultants.
Assist in administering and managing consultant contracts; review work progress; ensure compliance with contract specifications; and recommend adjustments as necessary.
Assistant Planner
Experience:
One year of experience in urban planning or redevelopment at a technician or intern level of responsibility.
Possession of Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university, with a major or course work in planning, architecture, civil engineering, biology, environmental science, geography, political science, public administration, or a related field.
Associate Planner I
Experience:
Two years of increasingly responsible professional level experience in urban planning with an agency, company or organization; or one year of experience as an Assistant Planner with the City of San Clemente along with one year previous experience in urban planning.
Experience:
Special Requirements:
- May be required to operate a vehicle to travel to locations within or outside of the city.
- May be required to attend meetings during non-business hours.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work Environment:
The primary work setting takes place indoors within an office environment. Work may require traveling outdoors in the field to participate in site visits or field inspections on an occasional basis.
Physical Requirements:
- Work is performed in an indoor office environment, which may require sitting, standing or walking for prolonged periods of time.
- Work involves occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, and bending.
- Moderate lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of items or sets of plans of moderate weight.
- Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment; and handle blueprints, plans, files and documents.
- Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.
- Visual acuity to see/read documents and computer screen.
Salary : $77,750 - $112,091
