Planner I/II/III/ IV

City of Encinitas • Encinitas, CA

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About The Position

The City of Encinitas Development Services Department is seeking a motivated and collaborative Planner to join their team. The department fosters an environment of collaboration and support, offering opportunities to work on diverse projects in a dynamic setting. They prioritize positivity, dependability, and an inclusive mindset that values diverse perspectives. The team operates under core values of kindness, respect, integrity, responsibility, collaboration, and growth. Planners in the Land Development (Current Planning) Section are involved in various current planning tasks, including implementing ordinances, reviewing development proposals, assisting customers, and addressing local and regional planning issues impacting the City of Encinitas. Encinitas is recognized for its natural beauty, engaged residents, and commitment to sustainability, mobility, and thoughtful growth. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the City's development, preserve community character, and assist residents with their projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, or a related field
• Six months of planning or internship experience for entry-level work (Planner I)
• One year of progressively responsible technical level experience related to area of assignment or an equivalent combination of education and experience (Planner II)
• Two years of progressively responsible technical level experience related to area of assignment or an equivalent combination of education and experience (Planner III)
• Three years of progressively responsible technical experience related to area of assignment or an equivalent combination of education and experience (Planner IV)
• Verification of the legal right to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of one year with the City of Encinitas performing the Planner I duties (for Planner II)
• Minimum of one year with the City of Encinitas performing the Planner II duties (for Planner III)
• Minimum of one year with the City of Encinitas performing the Planner III duties (for Planner IV)

Responsibilities

• Implementing ordinances
• Reviewing development proposals
• Assisting customers at the front counter
• Addressing local and regional planning issues that impact the City of Encinitas

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employment for all persons without regard to race, color, religion/religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, age, physical disability, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, political affiliations, veteran status, Family Leave Act status, AB60 CA Driver's License status or status with pregnancy, child birth or breastfeeding.
• Encouragement for minorities, disabled persons and women to apply.
• Accommodation for qualified applicants who move to the next level of the selection process.
• Thorough background check including fingerprinting and reference checking.
• Contingent job offer pending the results of medical evaluation, which includes a physical, TB test and drug and alcohol screening.

What This Job Offers

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