Senior Planner

City of Clovis, California • Clovis, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, the Senior Planner plans and coordinates complex professional and technical planning work, including planning program design, research and analysis, citizen participation, and public presentations. The position coordinates complex, often long-term projects and regularly directs and reviews assigned staff. It also provides technical coordination to commissions and committees, with considerable independence in selecting work methods and resolving issues using judgment and precedent. The Senior Planner prepares and coordinates City land use planning programs and studies, works with other City departments and agencies, advises the public on planning laws and City development policy, and represents the City and Planning Department at conferences and public meetings.

The position requires a valid and appropriate California Driver’s License. Applicants must have a degree from an accredited college or university with major work in Planning, Public Administration, Urban Geography, or a closely related field; a master’s degree is desirable. Four years of professional planning experience are required, including at least one year of supervisory experience. Experience should include current planning, preparation and supervision of staff reports, working knowledge of the specific plans process, and design review.

The work includes periodic evening meetings and travel within and outside the City to attend meetings. Physical demands include medium work, lifting, carrying, and/or pushing up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and/or carrying up to 25 pounds, and good color perception. The selection process may include an oral examination weighted 100%. Successful candidates may be required to pass a medical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background investigation.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver’s License; a valid California Driver’s License and good driving record are required prior to hire.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in Planning, Public Administration, Urban Geography, or a closely related field.
• Four years of professional planning experience, including at least one year of supervisory experience.
• Experience in current planning, including preparation and supervision of staff reports, working knowledge of the specific plans process, and experience in design review.
• Ability to collect and analyze data and develop complex plans and reports.
• Ability to prepare and interpret ordinances and formulate land use policies.
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively on controversial matters with public and private officials and members of the public.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, train and supervise staff, follow oral and written instructions, and maintain effective working relationships.
• Must meet all position qualifications by the application deadline.

Nice To Haves

• A master’s degree in Planning, Public Administration, Urban Geography, or a closely related field is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and participate in preparing major components of the City’s land use planning programs.
• Plan, direct, and review the work of assigned staff.
• Assist in developing planning goals, policies, and priorities.
• Coordinate and participate in complex planning studies.
• Coordinate the planning work program with other City departments and agencies.
• Prepare reports and make oral presentations to the Planning Commission and City Council.
• Assist the public by providing authoritative interpretations of State and local planning laws and City development policy.
• Represent the City and Planning Department at conferences and public meetings.
• Train and supervise assigned staff and evaluate their work.

What This Job Offers

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