Principal Planner II

RICK ENGINEERING COMPANY • San Diego, CA

17h • $110,240 - $130,000

About The Position

RICK is hiring a Principal Planner II for its Planning + Design Division. The role leads planning projects and document preparation and processing across California, including General Plans, Specific Plans, Community/Corridor Master Plans, development applications, zoning, and other ordinances. It also involves managing comprehensive planning projects, conducting public engagement, supporting business development, building client relationships, preparing proposals, and mentoring and training staff. The position requires coordination and presentations at public meetings, understanding production processes, and knowledge of local codes, policies, and City/County guidelines. A good driving record is required.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Planning or a related field.
• At least 10 to 12 years of experience.
• At least five years of planning and development experience specific to California.
• Strong knowledge of California planning and zoning laws.
• Experience leading preparation and processing of planning documents in California.
• Experience managing comprehensive planning projects and conducting public engagement programs.
• Strong experience in business development, including building client relationships and preparing proposals.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong organization and management abilities, and ability to mentor staff.
• Ability to effectively coordinate and present at public meetings.
• Understanding of production processes and knowledge of local codes, policies, and City/County guidelines.
• Good driving record.

Nice To Haves

• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suites and ArcGIS is strongly preferred.
• Experience in the land development process for both the private and public sector is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and processing of a wide range of California planning documents, including General Plans, Specific Plans, Community/Corridor Master Plans, development applications, zoning, and other ordinances.
• Manage comprehensive planning projects.
• Program and conduct public engagement programs.
• Participate in business development, build client relationships, and prepare proposals.
• Mentor and train staff.
• Coordinate and present effectively at public meetings.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Profit sharing.
• 401(k).
• Life and disability insurance.
• Personal leave.
• Company events, including holiday parties and team-building activities and events.
• Alternative work schedule.
• Annual bonus potential.

What This Job Offers

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