Land Use/Environmental Planner II-Watershed-26350804W

Excellent Professional Career Opportunity County of San Diego - Department of Public Works

LAND USE/ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER II - WATERSHED

The starting salary for this position will be based on the candidate’s qualifications at time of appointment. Future Salary Increases:

• * June 2026 – 4.37% increase to base pay (3.5% Across‑Board + 0.87% Market Adjustment)
• * June 2027 – 3.87% increase to base pay (3.0% Across‑Board + 0.87% Market Adjustment)

Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding career or advancement opportunity? The County is seeking qualified individuals who bring innovative ideas, strong work ethics, and a commitment to protecting our region’s water quality. These positions support ongoing advancements within the Watershed Protection Program (WPP) in the Department of Public Works (DPW). Responsibilities Environmental Compliance & Field Activities Conduct field assessments and investigations to determine compliance with stormwater and environmental regulations. Respond to complaints and inquiries related to water quality, stormwater pollution, or watershed conditions. Perform environmental monitoring, sampling, inspections, and other field‑based verification work. Planning, Analysis, & Technical Work Manage and analyze environmental, watershed, or scientific datasets and support quality assurance processes. Prepare technical and regulatory documents, environmental studies, watershed plans, reports, and analyses to support compliance, planning, and policy objectives. Support long‑range watershed planning, modeling, research, and development of strategies and recommendations. Program, Project, & Regulatory Support Serve on projects, programs, grants, and contract activities related to watershed management and stormwater permit compliance. Support process improvement initiatives, data management systems, training efforts, and workflow enhancements. Coordinate with internal teams, external agencies, local jurisdictions, community partners, and stakeholders. Community & Stakeholder Engagement Provide outreach, education, and public communication on stormwater pollution prevention, watershed health, and program objectives. Support community‑focused initiatives, incentive programs, and collaborative planning efforts. Ideal Candidate Profile Communicates clearly and professionally in both verbal and written formats. Holds self and others accountable for high‑quality work. Demonstrates strong problem‑solving skills, innovation, and the ability to leverage available resources. Facilitates teamwork, collaboration, and positive working relationships. Exhibits ethical behavior, sound judgment, and support for organizational change. Brings technical expertise in watershed planning, environmental analysis, or conservation along with experience relevant to environmental compliance, watershed protection, or scientific monitoring. Minimum Qualifications A bachelor's degree in Biology, Geology, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related science field AND at least two (2) years of professional‑level experience in watershed planning and/or wetland conservation and restoration. Experience must be at the level equivalent to a Land Use/Environmental Planner I within the County of San Diego; OR, A master’s degree in the above fields AND one year of professional‑level experience as described; OR, One (1) year of experience as a Land Use/Environmental Planner I with the County of San Diego. Conditions of Employment Prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre‑employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on job‑related activities. Current County employees may be excluded from this process. #J-18808-Ljbffr County of San Diego