Job Information
Job Category
Land Use
Company Name
City of Oceanside
Position Level
Other
Job Description
The City of Oceanside is accepting applications for the position of Senior Planner. There is currently one position available in the Development Services Department – Planning Division. Examples of Duties The Senior Planner performs a variety of professional planning functions supporting the City’s development review process, long range planning, zoning ordinances updates, capital improvement projects and environmental review; confers with the general public and private contractors regarding development projects; conducts field investigations and compiles data for the preparation of reports, maps, charts and other graphic materials; prepares and presents reports to the Planning Commission and City Council; supervises the preparation of Planning Commission packets and agendas; supervises and coordinates census projects; supervises filing of development applications; conducts investigations and research involved in studies of land use, population trends, community design, transportation and environmental concerns; assists in the identification of the City’s long range planning needs; prepares strategy plans for residential and commercial revitalization; participates on assigned boards and commissions and prepares related reports; serves as liaison to the community regarding long range planning, development projects; provides assistance to the public regarding renovation of historical buildings; reviews and prepares environmental impact reports, negative declarations and exemptions for private and public development projects; ensures conformance with applicable coastal and environmental laws and regulations; prepares applications and processes Resource Agency Permits; interviews, hires and supervises consultant teams in the preparation of environmental impact reports and technical documents; conducts field visits of project sites and environmentally sensitive areas; reviews and comments on environmental documents for projects in surrounding areas that may affect the City; assists in the preparation of grant applications involving City projects and plans; performs related duties and responsibilities as required. Submit an application the the City of Oceanside's Employment Opportunities PageRequired Skills / Experience / Education
Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible professional land use planning experience. Training: A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in community development, planning, business administration or a related field. Desirable: Experience working with the Coastal Commission. Closing Date: 2/28/25US Citizenship Required?
No
Will security clearance be required?
No
Salary Range
96,432.00 - $129,276.00
Other Benefits
Rich benefits package. To view benefits package go to the City of Oceanside's Employment Opportunities page.Job Start Date
02/03/2025
Position Type
Permanent Full-Time
Travel
None
Primary Language Required
English
Industry
Local government
Job Location
Location Address
300 N Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054
Oceanside, California
92054
Contact Information
Hiring Contact Name
Alma Sanchez
Phone Number
(760) 435-3511
Website
https://www.ci.oceanside.ca.us/