Planner I/II

County of Tulare • Visalia, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Resource Management Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration. Level I : $5,183 - $6,317 Monthly Level II : $5,787 - $7,052 Monthly Current vacancy is with the Resource Management Agency located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months. Position to receive a 4% Cost-of-Living salary increase effective 06/28/26.

Requirements

• Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban, regional or city planning; environmental studies; geography; architecture; or closely related field.
• Five (5) years of experience as a Planning Technician III, or equivalent experience, providing technical information by phone, over the counter, and in writing to the public regarding land use and zoning requirements, building codes and procedures, and other related permit processes.
• Two (2) years of experience as a Planner I, or equivalent experience, performing professional level land use planning duties.
• One (1) year of experience performing professional level land use planning duties.
• Principles, practices, and purpose of land use planning and environmental assessment.
• Research methods and procedures.
• Statistics.
• Nomenclature, symbols and instruments used in planning work; basic drafting.
• Work and communicate effectively with people of various educational and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
• Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Federal and state laws and regulations regarding planning and environmental issues.
• Local plans, policies and ordinances which affect land use and environmental decisions.
• Land development and permit review processes, zoning ordinances and subdivision regulations.
• Geographic Information Systems
• Use of personal computers and word processing software programs.
• Read and interpret maps and aerial photos.
• Interpret and implement policies and procedures, including General Plan policies, Local Agency Formation Commission policies, and Community Development Block Grant procedures.
• Assign and review work of paraprofessional planners.
• Compile housing and population data using descriptive statistics.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop a variety of studies, plans, programs and reports.
• Research and write reports, ordinances, recommendations, grant applications and correspondence.
• Review legal opinions and legislation and administer existing regulations pertaining to subjects such as the General Plan, zoning, environment, Community Development Block Grants and land division.
• Review new legislation and compare to previously enacted law and policies to determine need for changes in the local processes; determine potential impact of legislation on county goals, policies and programs; recommend implementation policies or adjustments needed.
• Review such applications as those for Local Agency Formation Commission, zoning and subdivision approval as well as Environmental Assessment Questionnaires for completeness and accuracy.
• Make presentations to and attend meetings of Planning Commission, citizens groups and other decision-making bodies to present and gather information concerning the General Plan, Community Development Block Grants, ordinances, environmental issues, and other matters.
• Conduct research, analyze data, draw conclusions, and formulate recommendations.
• Read and interpret planning laws, rules and regulations.
• Plan, prepare and present material orally to groups at public hearings.
• Write clear, concise and accurate reports and letters.
• Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, the general public, and other department and agency staff.
• Communicate verbally with people of various educational and socioeconomic backgrounds in a patient, tactful, and courteous manner.
• Adjust to pressure of deadlines and changes in workload.
• Give and follow written and oral instructions.
• Maintain filing system for reference purpose.
• Interpret and implement policies and procedures concerning planning matters.
• Interpret maps, graphs and aerial photographs.
• Assign and review work of paraprofessional planners.
• Compile housing and population data using descriptive statistics.

Benefits

• 4% Cost-of-Living salary increase effective 06/28/26
• May be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level