Assistant Planner I

Salary : $75,912.00 - $101,712.00 Annually

Location : Santa Ana, CA

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : 2025-00249 (GO)

Department : Planning & Building

Opening Date : 01 / 10 / 2025

Closing Date : 1 / 26 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit : SEIU

Description

The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitude, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a passion for public service. Having highly talented employees provides the best service to our community.

Under general supervision, performs routine professional and technical tasks as a member of a team of professional planners in the Planning Division.

This recruitment is for Current Planning The eligible list created from this recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies throughout the City.

Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To

As part of a team of professional planners, conducts research, collects and analyzes data, identifies pertinent planning / land use issues, prepares reports, and makes recommendations pertaining to land use, zoning, and other related planning functions. Staffs the planning counter and provides general planning information to the public. Reviews and processes ministerial and entitlement applications. Prepares and makes presentations to neighborhood groups, the Zoning Administrator, the Historic Resources Commission, and the Planning Commission. Conducts field surveys and investigations, compiles survey data / materials, and writes reports. Assists with the preparation of general plan elements and coordination of the development review process. Responds to complaints. Effectively utilizes current standard office software applications, such as Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel. Performs other functions as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

One year of professional level experience in a municipal or regional planning administration. College level coursework in urban planning, architecture, geography, environmental studies, public administration, or other related fields may be used in combination with experience to meet the necessary minimum qualifications, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the following knowledge, skills, and abilities.

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of : general planning principles and practices; state and municipal planning regulations and ordinances; local government decision-making processes pertaining to zoning and land use regulation; research principles and techniques; current standard office software applications, such as Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Skill in : reading comprehension of codes, policies, regulations, and ordinances; the utilization of current standard office software applications, such as Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Ability to : conduct surveys / field research; collect / analyze data and develop sound recommendations; write comprehensive reports; interpret state laws and City ordinances; communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing; provide accurate information at the planning counter; utilize scales and templates to review project plans; calculate code requirements for parking, landscaping, density, and other planning parameters; operate a computer to retrieve information from various databases and utilize word processing software; speak effectively at public meetings and before the City Council, the Historic Resources Commission, and the Planning Commission; remain calm when interacting with irate members of the public; establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, planning staff of other public agencies, contractors, developers, architects, property owners, and the public in an culturally diverse community.

SPECIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Must possess and retain a California Class "C" Driver's License as a condition of employment.

Must be willing and able to work irregular hours, including weekends and evenings, as needed.

Must be willing and able to work at the public counter, which may involve standing for extended periods of time, possibly several hours per day.

Selection Process

All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application form online and answer the supplemental questionnaire. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City online application. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. To apply, click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time : Applications will be reviewed by the Human Resources Department. Those applicants possessing the most pertinent qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will include :

Oral Interview Examination (Tentatively scheduled for February Tuesday 11, 2025) : (Weight of 100%) will evaluate the candidates' experience, training, education, and abilities in relation to those factors which are essential for successful performance on the job. Candidates need a minimum passing score in order to be placed on the eligible list.

Based on the number of applications received, the Human Resources Department may waive the oral interview examination and evaluate those applicants who meet the requirements described above through an examination of record. The examination will be based on a review of the application materials submitted and will include an assessment of training, experience and performance with the City of Santa Ana. Applicants must pass this review in order to be placed on the eligible list.

The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation

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NOTE : A more complete set of specifications for this classification may be found on the City's website or on file in the Human Resources Department. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The types and levels of employee benefits provided, including City contribution toward benefit costs, are subject to change as a result of periodic contract settlements between recognized employee associations and the City of Santa Ana.

How many years of professional-level experience in municipal or regional planning administration do you possess? College-level coursework in urban planning, architecture, geography, environmental studies, public administration, or other related fields may be used in combination for experience.

• No experience
• At least 6 months, less than 1 year
• At least 1 year, less than 2 years
• Two years or more

What is the highest level of education that you have completed?

If you have a Bachelor's degree or higher, please state your degree. If you do not have a Bachelor's degree, enter N / A.

Briefly explain your knowledge of general planning principles and practices and your knowledge of comprehension of reading codes, regulations and city ordinance.

This position will require the ability to work at the public counter, which may involve standing for extended periods, possibly several hours per day. Do you acknowledge and agree to this requirement?

What is your skill level with Microsoft Office Applications?

Possession and retention of a valid California Class "C" driver's license is a requirement of this position. Do you currently possess a valid California Class "C" driver's license and understand this requirement?Note for out-of-state applicants : Currently possessing the equivalent of a California Class "C" driver's license from another state would temporarily suffice this requirement and must obtain a Class "C" driver's license in the State of California prior to a job offer with the City of Santa Ana.

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Salary : $75,912 - $101,712