Assistant Planner

Assistant Planner – City of San Juan Capistrano San Juan Capistrano, CA, United States How to Apply URL: Please direct any questions to View email address on click.appcast.io Job Description This is an exciting time to join the City of San Juan Capistrano Team! Don’t miss this opportunity to work alongside our talented and collaborative Development Services staff on a number of current and upcoming interesting developments that will enhance the SanJuanCapistrano community. The Assistant Planner performs general planning functions involving conducting studies, analyzing data, and preparing reports on current and long‑range projects; provides a high level of customer service to the public; and processes entitlements through various Committees, Commissions, and the City Council. The role coordinates activities related to assigned projects and provides information and assistance to developers, the business community and the public on planning and development related matters. Duties Conduct studies, analyze data and prepare reports on current and long‑range planning projects. Assist in coordination of planning activities with other departments, divisions and outside agencies and organizations. Provide customer service at the Planning counter and respond to general planning inquiries received by phone and email. Under general supervision, receive and review development proposals and applications, zoning and variance requests; learn compliance standards with appropriate regulations and policies; recommend modifications as appropriate. Conduct a variety of current and long‑range planning studies; research, analyze and interpret social, economic, land use and population data; identify trends; prepare written reports and make recommendations on planning activities. Process environmental documents; assist in preparing agendas and reports on development applications for presentation to various commissions and committees. Confere with and advise developers, contractors and the general public on acceptable site plans; review building plans, parcel maps, tract maps and subdivision proposals; learn compliance with regulations and ordinances. Observe senior staff making public presentations; learn to explain planning and zoning regulations, and upcoming planning projects; respond to and resolve complaints and inquiries. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of urban planning. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Qualifications Knowledge Of Operations, services and activities of an urban planning program. Principles and practices of urban and regional land use planning. Site planning and architectural design techniques and methods. Principles and practices of historic preservation. Methods and techniques of research and analysis. Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation. Current literature and recent developments in the field of planning and zoning. Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations underlying general plans, environmental matters, zoning and land division. Skills In Interpreting and explaining planning and zoning ordinances and regulations. Analyzing and compiling technical and statistical information and preparing reports. Preparing clear and concise analytical reports. Interpreting planning and zoning programs for the general public. Understanding and carrying out oral and written directions. Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Experience & Training Guidelines Experience: One year of experience in regional or urban planning in a public agency. Training: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in planning, architecture, political science, public administration or a related field. Licenses or Certifications Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license. Working Conditions Environmental Conditions: Office environment with occasional field inspections. Physical Conditions: Essential functions may require maintaining the physical condition necessary for sitting for prolonged periods of time. Salary Range $90,492.00 – $109,992.00 per year. Employer URL #J-18808-Ljbffr