Associate Planner

Salary : $85,363.20 - $103,127.40 Annually
Location : City Hall - 207 Harvard Avenue Claremont, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-014
Department: Community Development
Opening Date: 06/11/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


City of Claremont
The City of Claremont is seeking a thoughtful, motivated Associate Planner to join a collaborative and evolving Planning Division.

Claremont Is a community that values intentional growth, strong design standards, and preservation of its noteworthy historic character. From tree-lined neighborhoods to a vibrant Village, historic districts, and internationally recognized college campuses, planning work here is high-profile and meaningful.
This role offers the opportunity to work across a variety of projects, including development review, long-range planning, state and federal compliance planning, and historic preservation. You'll partner closely with experienced and supportive managers and have the chance to contribute to projects that directly shape the community.
We're looking for someone who:

• Brings planning judgment and attention to detail
• Is comfortable managing projects and working across disciplines
• Communicates clearly with colleagues, applicants, and the public
• Values both preserving what makes a place special and planning for its future

Claremont is a smaller organization by design, which means you'll gain broad exposure, take on meaningful responsibility, and see the impact of your work.

If you're looking for a role where you can grow, contribute, and be part of a team that takes pride in its work, we encourage you to apply.
SUPPLEMENTAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION: Applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications and evaluated against the overall applicant pool. Candidates who best align with the position will be invited to participate in a panel interview. Recruitment timelines are subject to change, and the posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. All applicants will be notified of their status via email.

OPEN DATE: June 11, 2026
CLOSE DATE: This position will remain open on a continuous basis, candidates are encouraged to apply early.
The Community Development Department currently has one vacancy. We are conducting a recruitment for both Senior Planner and Associate Planner. The position will be filled at one of these levels depending on the selected candidate's qualifications.

The Position
The City of Claremont is looking for one highly motivated, creative, enthusiastic, customer service-oriented individual to work in current and/or advanced planning, depending on qualifications. The Associate Planner will conduct special projects and research as assigned, prepare reports and recommendations relative to the assigned area of responsibility. Incumbents are responsible for projects of complex difficulty and are expected to direct them to completion with assistance from the Division Manager and the Department Director.


The Associate Planner may supervise lower-level staff and provide technical direction to subordinate technical and clerical positions.
Hours of work are generally Monday through Thursday between 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The Associate Planner will attend Commission meetings in the evenings, and other evening/weekend meetings or special events as required.

Ideal Candidate
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in urban planning or a related field.
Experience: Two(2) years of experience comparable to that of an Assistant Planner.


Licenses: A valid California driver's license and good driving record are required.

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Additional Information
T HE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT The Community Development Department is responsible for managing and coordinating the work effort of three operating divisions: Planning, Engineering, and Building. To deliver the high-quality services necessary to fulfill the needs of the City Council and the citizens, the department has an annual operating budget of $5.2 million and 22 full-time employees encompassing all divisions

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION


The City of Claremont is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process or in the performance of their duties must specify the accommodations needed, in writing, at the time when the employment application is submitted.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Claremont is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.
This summary highlights select benefits. Comprehensive benefits, pays, and working conditions are outlined in the applicable Association Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The full MOU is available on the
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Do you have a valid California Class C Drivers' License and good driving record?

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Do you have a Bachelors Degree?

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Do you have experience working for a City?

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Do you have at least two years experience equivalent to an Assistant Planner?

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Why do you want to work for the City of Claremont Planning Division?
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Explain your experience writing staff reports and policies, and giving presentations to a governing body.
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