Senior Planner
SAFEbuilt•Downey, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
Interwest Consulting Group, founded in 2002, is a leader in providing municipal services to cities and counties in the Western United States. With over 400 employees specializing in public works, building and safety, planning, engineering, and real estate acquisition, the company is positioned for continued growth. They are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Planner to join their team. This role offers opportunities for dynamic, motivated individuals to work on diverse assignments with a supportive team and challenging projects.
Requirements
- Experience working for a city or county planning agency in California (as staff or consultant)
- Experience processing moderately complex to complex development applications
- Can work independently
- Strong customer service skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills for preparing and presenting planning reports and projects
- Creative problem-solvers
- Can work on several projects or issues simultaneously
- The ability to manage projects effectively and meet firm deadlines
Responsibilities
- Processing development entitlement applications
- Updating zoning code and development standards
- Assisting with or completing planning studies
- Overseeing CEQA review of projects, possibly including preparing IS/MND’s
- Generally supporting local agency planning departments
- Advance/policy planning, state and federal permitting procedures and compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) may all be required.
Benefits
- health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- paid holidays
- paid time off
- matching 401K Plans
- wellness programs
- paid training
- step increases for additional certifications and licenses
- new certification bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
