Senior Planner – Current & Historic Preservation Planning (CHPP)

Job Information

Job Category

Land Use, Urban Design

Company Name

City of West Hollywood

Position Level

Other

Job Description

The Senior Planner serves as lead staff member and performs complex technical and professional functions related to urban planning projects and programs and sustainability projects, policies and programs, including: serving as project manager for various planning programs and projects; processing land use and development permits; reviewing land use and development proposals and providing advice; collecting, analyzing and presenting planning data; developing and implementing of City-wide sustainability policies and programs; interacting with customers, community members and stakeholders to disseminate information related to property and/or sustainability requirements, ordinances, laws, codes, policies, etc.; reviewing submitted plans, blueprints, etc., and applying approvals; and preparing reports for presentation to various groups, commissions, etc.   The ideal candidate will:
  • Be able to demonstrate experience processing various complex land use entitlement projects.
  • Have extensive experience applying CEQA in multiple contexts.
  • Possess a high level of comfort with public speaking and presenting.
  • Be efficient, organized, and motivated to excel in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
  • Have experience working with elected and appointed officials and members of the community.
Reports to: Current & Historic Preservation Planning Manager Recruitment Process/Tentative Timeline:
  • Online application deadline: Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 5:00 pm Pacific Time
  • If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received, selected candidates will be notified once the dates are finalized.
  • The first round of virtual interviews is tentatively scheduled for the week of December 9th, 2024 (date to be confirmed and subject to change).
  • Round two, in-person finalist interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of December 16th (date to be confirmed and subject to change).

Required Skills / Experience / Education

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field; Master’s degree in related field is preferable; and, Five (5) to seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience; or, Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Licenses and Certifications: American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification (desirable) Valid California Driver’s License

US Citizenship Required?

Yes

Will security clearance be required?

No

Salary Range

$133,113.72 - $170,094.72 Annually

Other Benefits

Retirement The City participates in the California Public Employees’ Retirement Systems (CalPERS). The retirement formula will be based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS, e.g. 2% @ 62 for New Members (average of three highest years) or 2.7% @ 55 for Classic Members (single highest year) with less than a six-month break in service from another CalPERS or CalPERS reciprocal agency. New Member employees are responsible for paying the employee contribution of one-half of the total normal cost of the plan (currently at 7.25%), as defined by CalPERS, through a payroll deduction. Classic Members are responsible for paying the employee contribution of 8% through a payroll deduction. The City does not participate in Social Security. $150.00 per month 457 deferred compensation contribution paid by the City (employer contribution). Employee can also make employee contributions toward the same plan. Annual limited is dictated by the IRS. $100.00 per month Retiree Health Savings (RHS) account contribution paid by the City (employer contribution). Health Benefits The City covers the full health insurance premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents, including children under the age of 26 (effective the 1st of the month following hire date). Leaves Vacation Leave: 80 hours – less than one year of service; 120 hours – 2nd through 5th years of service; 140 hours – 6th through 9th years of service; 160 hours – after 10 years of service. Sick Leave: 96 hours per year. Personal Leave: 36 hours per year (prorated by quarter). 11 City paid holidays. 5/40, 9/80 & 4/10 work schedule (depends on department/division's operational needs) Other Benefits Technology stipend ($75.00 per month) for telework-eligible positions. Annual MTA pass issued to all WEHOME employees. Life insurance equal to 1.5 times your annual salary, plus $20,000, to a maximum of $120,000 (effective the 1st of the month following hire date). Disability Insurance: 66 2/3% of salary to cap of $3,077 per week, after a 29-day waiting period for short-term disability. Optional Benefits: AFLAC, Supplemental Life Insurance, Pre-Paid Legal Services, Flexible Benefit Plan (FSA) for medical reimbursement and dependent care assistance and cash out of accrued Vacation and Administrative Leaves (if applicable). Tuition reimbursement at 100% of the fee schedule for the University of California (UC Tuition Resident fee) for job-related courses pre-approved by the Department Director (up to $14,436 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025) and Required Textbook reimbursement (up to $2,500 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025).

Job Start Date

10/17/2024

Position Type

Permanent Full-Time

Travel

None

Primary Language Required

English

Job Location

Location Address

8300 Santa Monica Blvd.
West Hollywood, California
90069

Contact Information

Hiring Contact Name

Ashley Reveles

Email

[email protected]

Phone Number

(323) 848-6418

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/weho