Malibu, City of (CA)
Principal Planner
Malibu, City of (CA), Malibu, California, United States, 90263
DEFINITIONUnder direct or general supervision, the Principal Planner handles complex activities, projects, and programs within the Planning Department.IDEAL CANDIDATEThe ideal candidate must have advanced knowledge developing and implementing policies and regulations relating to land use, including the City’s General Plan and Local Coastal Plan, specific plans, zoning annexations and other pertinent ordinances and policies. Knowledge of site planning and architectural design principles, and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) is required. The Principal Planner will have the ability to administer and manage all planning functions and issues in a developing City. Has experience working with City Council, City Commissions, Council Advisory Boards and Community Groups including composing staff reports and conducting presentations and hearings. Is proficient and competent using all Microsoft programs and industry specific software. Is a passionate, dedicated, genuine, and ethical person who understands effective staff supervision, including goal setting and training. The ideal candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills while providing exceptional customer service to the public, dignitaries, commissioners, and community partners.
Works with the Planning Director to develop and implement policies and regulations relating to land use, including the City’s General Plan and Local Coastal Plan, specific plans, zoning annexations and other pertinent ordinances and policies.Manages applications and permit review on residential and commercial projects.Assists Planning Director with tasks assigned to the Planning Director in the Municipal Code and LCP, including conducting hearings in the Planning Manager’s absence.Manages preparation of environmental impact reports.Coordinates compliance with CEQA for complex City activities/projects.Assists the Planning Director with activities of the planning department.With the Planning Director, develops, recommends and implements technical and operational procedures and systems to improve efficiency in the City’s planning operations.Acts as back-up liaison to the City’s Planning Commission.Assists Planning Director with preparation and presentation of staff reports for the City Council, commissions, committees and City Advisory group agendas.Assists Planning Director with interpretations of applicable planning regulations and policies.Responds to citizen inquiries and requests for service; facilitates positive resolutions to planning issues and problems.Acts as liaison to boards and study groups.Represents the City at various regional planning meetings.Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEAny combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
EducationBachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in urban planning, geography, landscape architecture, or a closely related field. Possession of a Master’s degree in either city planning or public administration with emphasis in city planning and certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) are highly desirable.ExperienceFive (5) years of progressively responsible professional level experience in urban planning, including two (2) years of supervisory experience.LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSMust possess and maintain a valid California class C driver license and have a satisfactory driving record.
KNOWLEDGE OF:• Urban planning principles and practices, including extensive working knowledge of municipal planning, zoning, subdivision, conservation, environmental quality, permit and project development issues.• Site design principals, geography, basic architecture, basic landscape architecture and environmental implications.• Geographic Information System (GIS).• California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).• State housing law.• Local coastal planning.SKILL IN:• Managing and supervising professional and administrative support staff.• Preparing and presenting written and oral reports and other planning related documents.• Problem solving and dispute resolution.• Managing multiple complex cases.• Interpreting land use, topographic, physical and natural land features on planning maps, plans and other documents.• Balancing competing land use goals.• Performing research and statistical analysis relative to urban planning, zoning and community development.• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City staff, elected officials and the public.• Using English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone and in writing.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Works with the Planning Director to develop and implement policies and regulations relating to land use, including the City’s General Plan and Local Coastal Plan, specific plans, zoning annexations and other pertinent ordinances and policies.Manages applications and permit review on residential and commercial projects.Assists Planning Director with tasks assigned to the Planning Director in the Municipal Code and LCP, including conducting hearings in the Planning Manager’s absence.Manages preparation of environmental impact reports.Coordinates compliance with CEQA for complex City activities/projects.Assists the Planning Director with activities of the planning department.With the Planning Director, develops, recommends and implements technical and operational procedures and systems to improve efficiency in the City’s planning operations.Acts as back-up liaison to the City’s Planning Commission.Assists Planning Director with preparation and presentation of staff reports for the City Council, commissions, committees and City Advisory group agendas.Assists Planning Director with interpretations of applicable planning regulations and policies.Responds to citizen inquiries and requests for service; facilitates positive resolutions to planning issues and problems.Acts as liaison to boards and study groups.Represents the City at various regional planning meetings.Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEAny combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
EducationBachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in urban planning, geography, landscape architecture, or a closely related field. Possession of a Master’s degree in either city planning or public administration with emphasis in city planning and certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) are highly desirable.ExperienceFive (5) years of progressively responsible professional level experience in urban planning, including two (2) years of supervisory experience.LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSMust possess and maintain a valid California class C driver license and have a satisfactory driving record.
KNOWLEDGE OF:• Urban planning principles and practices, including extensive working knowledge of municipal planning, zoning, subdivision, conservation, environmental quality, permit and project development issues.• Site design principals, geography, basic architecture, basic landscape architecture and environmental implications.• Geographic Information System (GIS).• California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).• State housing law.• Local coastal planning.SKILL IN:• Managing and supervising professional and administrative support staff.• Preparing and presenting written and oral reports and other planning related documents.• Problem solving and dispute resolution.• Managing multiple complex cases.• Interpreting land use, topographic, physical and natural land features on planning maps, plans and other documents.• Balancing competing land use goals.• Performing research and statistical analysis relative to urban planning, zoning and community development.• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City staff, elected officials and the public.• Using English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone and in writing.#J-18808-Ljbffr