Associate Planner

City of Claremont

This position will receive a 3% increase effective July 1, 2026

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 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.

Additional Information

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.