Job Information
Job Category
Land Use
Company Name
City of Camarillo
Position Level
Other
Job Description
Assistant Planner: $5,998 – $8,091/mo
Associate Planner: $7,034 – $9,487/mo
Senior Planner: $7,770 – $10,480/mo
Principal Planner: $8,582 – $11,576/mo
This position is open until filled and may close at any time without notice. Apply immediately. For more information or to apply visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/camarillo. Review of applications will be May29, 2023.
We are hiring for one vacancy in the Community Development Department. Appointment may be filled at the Associate Planner, Senior Planner or Principal Planner level based on experience and qualifications.
Assistant Planner
The ideal candidate for the position of Assistant Planner will have at least one year of responsible professional or paraprofessional urban or regional planning and zoning experience. This individual will perform a variety of professional level duties and responsibilities in support of the City’s current and advance planning functions. This individual is a team player and will be able to perform the duties and assignments while demonstrating and good diplomatic skills in dealing with the public and staff. Positions at this level are not expected to function with the same amount of program knowledge or skill level as positions allocated to the Associate Planner level and exercise less independent discretion and judgement in matters related to work procedures and methods.
Associate Planner
The ideal candidate for the position of Associate Planner should have experience managing a diverse range of complex current planning projects. The individual should be familiar with the requirements of CEQA and reviewing CEQA documents. The individual should be a team player that is able to manage competing priorities, a full workload and other assignments as needed. 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.
Senior Planner
The ideal candidate for the position of Senior Planner should have experience and a high degree of knowledge related to various areas of current and advanced planning including serving as project manager on a diverse range of complex projects, including general plan amendments and commercial, industrial or residential projects. Minimum CEQA experience is completion of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) or (M)ND. The individual should be a team player with exceptional customer service, communication and project management individual skills.
Principal Planner
The ideal candidate for the position of Principal Planner should have experience completing the most complex current and long range planning projects, such as comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Amendments, legislative code amendments, General Plan Amendments, General Plan Element updates, Specific Plans, and development agreements. The individual brings expertise to complex and politically sensitive planning projects. Has a track record of outstanding customer service, situational awareness, excellent communication, and relationship building. Has the ability to foster and develop a high-performing team and a positive work environment. Minimum CEQA experience is completion of an EIR. American Insitute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification is desirable, however not required.
Required Skills / Experience / Education
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Associate Planner
Education/Training: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban or regional planning, environmental design, architecture, or a related field. Experience: One year of responsible professional or paraprofessional urban or regional planning and zoning experience is highly desirable. License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California driver’s license at a level appropriate to the equipment operated.
Associate Planner
Education/Training: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban or regional planning, environmental design, architecture or a related field. A Master’s degree is desirable. Experience: Three years of increasingly responsible professional planning experience in a local government at a level comparable to an Assistant Planner with the City of Camarillo. License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California driver’s license at a level appropriate to the equipment operated.
Senior Planner
Education/Training: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban or regional planning, environmental design, architecture or a related field. A Master’s degree is desirable. Experience: Four years of increasingly responsible professional planning experience in local government including some project management experience. License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California driver’s license at a level appropriate to the equipment operated. Possession of certification as a Certified Planner from the American Institute of Certified Planners is highly desirable.
Principal Planner
Education/Training: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban or regional planning, environmental design, architecture or a related field. A Master’s degree is desirable. Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible professional planning experience in local government including one year of project management experience. License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California driver’s license at a level appropriate to the equipment operated.
US Citizenship Required?
No
Will security clearance be required?
No
Salary Range
$7,034 - $11,576/month
Job Start Date
10/07/2023
Position Type
Permanent Full-Time
Travel
None
Primary Language Required
English
Job Location
Location Address
601 Carmen Dr
Camarillo, California
93010
Contact Information
Hiring Contact Name
Janice Petry
Phone Number
(805) 388-5310
Website
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/camarillo