County of San Luis Obispo
Senior Planner
County of San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo, California, us, 93403
The County of San Luis Obispo Department of Planning & Building is recruiting a Senior Planner to join the Current/Coastal Planning team.This is a continuous recruitment and will remain open until filled. For first consideration, apply by September 6th, 2024.
About the PositionThe Senior Planner classification is the advanced journey worker level in the series. Under direction, works independently and with minimum supervision; performs complex and specialized assignments which may include serving as a project manager and directly supervising project staff, including consultant and contract staff; may review work of other staff; trains subordinate staff; supervises subordinate staff as assigned. Classes in this series perform a variety of tasks in support of programs assigned to the Department of Planning and Building or General Services Agency including community planning, development review, environmental review, energy, and natural resources management, airport planning, park planning, housing, and economic development and other related work as required.
Typical Tasks and Representative Duties:Manage the most controversial development and policy projects with complex environmental review.Complete application processing including making recommendations to the Planning and Building Director or appointed/elected officials.Effectively conduct and facilitate public meetings including making regular presentations at committee meetings and public hearings.Assignment to specialized projects such as serving as a department liaison and regularly attending advisory committee meetings.Process general plan amendments for individual project sites.Process coastal development permit determinations (waivers, emergency permits, consolidated coastal development permits, etc.).Review and process legal instruments such as deed restrictions, agreements and easements.Prepare Negative Declarations and Environmental Impact Reports.Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.Assist with the development, implementing, and conducting of employee-training sessions.Compile, organize and summarize information accurately in graphic and written form.Collect and summarize planning and environmental data including the provision of specialized assistance related to environmental issues (e.g. biology, archaeology, geology).Learn, interpret, apply and explain departmental policies and procedures, rules, laws and regulations.Use sound judgment in researching, interpreting, applying, and explaining appropriate laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines.Collaborate and consult with others in the development and implementation of Division or function programs, projects, policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.Oversee the investigation and assure proper and timely resolution of planning, land use, environmental, construction, inspection, and permit issues and disputes as directed.Follow oral and written instructions.Administer land use policies and regulations with good judgment, firmness and impartiality.Assist in the review of project proposals against predetermined standards.Work effectively in an environment that includes pressure to meet time sensitive deadlines and critical review of work product.Support and follow department policies, goals, guiding principles, and Mission-Vision-Values Statement.Foster a spirit of teamwork and support when interacting with staff and others.Work effectively and tactfully with other staff, public agencies, the general public and advisory committees.Operate standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software.Maintain a safe and orderly work area.The Ideal CandidateThe Planning and Building Department is seeking a highly motivated and self-directed Senior Planner to join its Current Planning team. This position requires an individual who can effectively collaborate with internal and external customers to process the most complex land use, environmental, and subdivision projects. The Senior Planner is a leadership role on the Current/Coastal Planning team and will, with the support and direction from the Supervising Planner team, assist with the daily supervision, mentorship, and training of junior staff. The ideal candidate will have previous leadership experience, including a track record of forming and maintaining strategic alliances and relationships, contributing to a collaborative team environment, delegating, supervising, and coaching. A background in environmental sciences, natural resources, or planning as well as technical field experience is required.
Knowledge of:Basic supervisory techniques.Project budgeting principles.General land use, environmental, airport and park planning principles.Engineering principles and practices pertinent to land use planning and environmental impact determination.Federal state and local laws and regulations related to the environmental and land use planning with special emphasis on Subdivision Map Act, Zoning and Planning Law (Government Code), the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and local coastal program rules and regulations.Physical and life sciences.Basic drafting and drawing techniques.Principles of technical report writing.Statistical computation and mathematics.Computer applications and techniques such as Geographic Information Systems.Planning and Building Department or General Services Agency office organization, procedures and standards as well as strategic direction and goals.Office procedures and policies.Effective oral and written communication skills.Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.Minimum QualificationsGraduation from an accredited institution with either a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in urban and regional planning, architecture, landscape architecture, geography, natural resources management, environmental, physical or life science, or a closely related field. (Para-professional or higher level job-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.)AND
Four years of professional level experience in urban and regional planning and environmental review/analysis or environmental impact assessment work which requires a state approved specialized professional license or certification.
This is a continuous recruitment; however, the posting can close at anytime without notice, therefore, prompt application is encouraged.Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at
hr@co.slo.ca.us
. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at
www.slocounty.ca.gov
.For more information regarding the Department of Planning & Building, please visit our website at
Planning and Building - County of San Luis Obispo
.#J-18808-Ljbffr
About the PositionThe Senior Planner classification is the advanced journey worker level in the series. Under direction, works independently and with minimum supervision; performs complex and specialized assignments which may include serving as a project manager and directly supervising project staff, including consultant and contract staff; may review work of other staff; trains subordinate staff; supervises subordinate staff as assigned. Classes in this series perform a variety of tasks in support of programs assigned to the Department of Planning and Building or General Services Agency including community planning, development review, environmental review, energy, and natural resources management, airport planning, park planning, housing, and economic development and other related work as required.
Typical Tasks and Representative Duties:Manage the most controversial development and policy projects with complex environmental review.Complete application processing including making recommendations to the Planning and Building Director or appointed/elected officials.Effectively conduct and facilitate public meetings including making regular presentations at committee meetings and public hearings.Assignment to specialized projects such as serving as a department liaison and regularly attending advisory committee meetings.Process general plan amendments for individual project sites.Process coastal development permit determinations (waivers, emergency permits, consolidated coastal development permits, etc.).Review and process legal instruments such as deed restrictions, agreements and easements.Prepare Negative Declarations and Environmental Impact Reports.Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.Assist with the development, implementing, and conducting of employee-training sessions.Compile, organize and summarize information accurately in graphic and written form.Collect and summarize planning and environmental data including the provision of specialized assistance related to environmental issues (e.g. biology, archaeology, geology).Learn, interpret, apply and explain departmental policies and procedures, rules, laws and regulations.Use sound judgment in researching, interpreting, applying, and explaining appropriate laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines.Collaborate and consult with others in the development and implementation of Division or function programs, projects, policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.Oversee the investigation and assure proper and timely resolution of planning, land use, environmental, construction, inspection, and permit issues and disputes as directed.Follow oral and written instructions.Administer land use policies and regulations with good judgment, firmness and impartiality.Assist in the review of project proposals against predetermined standards.Work effectively in an environment that includes pressure to meet time sensitive deadlines and critical review of work product.Support and follow department policies, goals, guiding principles, and Mission-Vision-Values Statement.Foster a spirit of teamwork and support when interacting with staff and others.Work effectively and tactfully with other staff, public agencies, the general public and advisory committees.Operate standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software.Maintain a safe and orderly work area.The Ideal CandidateThe Planning and Building Department is seeking a highly motivated and self-directed Senior Planner to join its Current Planning team. This position requires an individual who can effectively collaborate with internal and external customers to process the most complex land use, environmental, and subdivision projects. The Senior Planner is a leadership role on the Current/Coastal Planning team and will, with the support and direction from the Supervising Planner team, assist with the daily supervision, mentorship, and training of junior staff. The ideal candidate will have previous leadership experience, including a track record of forming and maintaining strategic alliances and relationships, contributing to a collaborative team environment, delegating, supervising, and coaching. A background in environmental sciences, natural resources, or planning as well as technical field experience is required.
Knowledge of:Basic supervisory techniques.Project budgeting principles.General land use, environmental, airport and park planning principles.Engineering principles and practices pertinent to land use planning and environmental impact determination.Federal state and local laws and regulations related to the environmental and land use planning with special emphasis on Subdivision Map Act, Zoning and Planning Law (Government Code), the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and local coastal program rules and regulations.Physical and life sciences.Basic drafting and drawing techniques.Principles of technical report writing.Statistical computation and mathematics.Computer applications and techniques such as Geographic Information Systems.Planning and Building Department or General Services Agency office organization, procedures and standards as well as strategic direction and goals.Office procedures and policies.Effective oral and written communication skills.Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.Minimum QualificationsGraduation from an accredited institution with either a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in urban and regional planning, architecture, landscape architecture, geography, natural resources management, environmental, physical or life science, or a closely related field. (Para-professional or higher level job-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.)AND
Four years of professional level experience in urban and regional planning and environmental review/analysis or environmental impact assessment work which requires a state approved specialized professional license or certification.
This is a continuous recruitment; however, the posting can close at anytime without notice, therefore, prompt application is encouraged.Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at
hr@co.slo.ca.us
. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at
www.slocounty.ca.gov
.For more information regarding the Department of Planning & Building, please visit our website at
Planning and Building - County of San Luis Obispo
.#J-18808-Ljbffr