Planning Manager
About The Position
Under administrative direction, the Planning Manager plans, organizes, supervises, and manages the operational activities and programs of the planning division. The position coordinates planning activities with building, engineering, and other divisions and departments, and provides expert professional assistance to City management staff on planning and related matters. The role also performs related work as assigned. The Planning Manager oversees planning and land-use management, including long-range strategic planning, current development review, policy implementation, and community engagement. The position helps shape city development while preserving Cathedral City's distinctive desert character.
Requirements
- A combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Equivalent to a bachelor's degree with major work in city or regional planning, urban planning, or a closely related field.
- Three years of supervisory or project leadership experience in both advanced and current planning in a public agency setting.
Nice To Haves
- Experience dealing with citizen boards or committees.
- A master's degree in regional and urban planning.
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, supervise, and manage the operational activities and programs of the planning division.
- Coordinate planning activities with building, engineering, and other divisions and departments.
- Provide expert professional assistance to City management staff in planning and related matters.
- Oversee long-range strategic planning and current development review.
- Oversee policy implementation and community engagement.
- Perform related work as assigned.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedules, including 5/8 and 4/10 options, to support work-life balance.
- Remote work opportunities subject to operational needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
