Assistant/Associate Planner

The City of Campbell Community Development Department is recruiting for an Assistant and Associate Planner! The Planning Division is a close-knit team that is focused on customer service, open communication, professional growth, and continued process improvements. If you are passionate about implementing transformative urban planning policies, apply to be a Planner with the City of Campbell! We are currently recruiting for one Assistant Planner and one Associate Planner. Assistant Planner Assistant Planner is the entry level class in the Planner series. This class is distinguished from the journey level class of Associate Planner by the performance of the tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series with a higher level of supervision. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related professional work experience. Employees work under general supervision while learning job tasks. The ideal candidate will be a quick learner who prioritizes customer service, and is excited to work on planning reviews and helping customers with their inquiries. The individual should be confident in working with a wide variety of customers in explaining and discussing planning processes and requirements. The ideal candidate will have initiative in proposing and implementing actions that support process improvements and enhanced customer service. Associate Planner This is the journey level class within the Planner series. This class is distinguished from the Assistant Planner by the assignment of the full range of professional duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Assistant Planner level. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a public sector planning office, and is confident and capable at project management, staff report writing, public presentation, and policy development. The ideal candidate will be expected to work independently with minimal supervision, comfortable with tackling issues and proposing solutions, and have initiative in proposing and implementing actions that support process improvements and enhanced customer service. Typical Duties Assistant Planner Receives and processes planning applications; Performs field investigations; Prepares reports for and presents to the Planning Commission, City Council and other boards and commissions; Conducts research and prepares recommendations on planning issues and ordinances; Provides information on planning and zoning issues to applicants, the general public and other departments; Assists with research and completion of advanced planning projects; May perform code enforcement activities; Establishes and maintains appropriate files, and prepares correspondence as required; Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, outside agencies, consultants and the public using principles of good customer service; and Performs other duties as required. Associate Planner Responsible for more complex planning projects or functional program area, such as current planning application processing and coordination of a specific type, outside agency coordination, or ordinance preparation; May be assigned as staff liaison to a board, committee or commission; Performs other duties as assigned. Education and Experience Assistant Planner Graduation from college with a degree in city planning, or a closely related field. Internship or para-professional experience in city planning is highly desirable. Associate Planner Graduation from an accredited university or college with a degree in planning or a related field. Two years of professional planning experience performing duties similar to Assistant Planner with the City of Campbell. Knowledge of Assistant Planner Fundamental planning principles, role and function of general plans and zoning ordinances; California planning, subdivision and environmental law and their relationship to day to day activities of a planning department; Scope and function of a planning department and its relationship to other City departments; Research methods and report preparation. Associate Planner Principles, objectives and procedures of municipal planning, urban design, and zoning, environmental review processes, and planning legislation; Applicable laws related to sub-division, annexation, zoning and land use. Ability to Assistant Planner Write accurate and concise technical reports and memoranda; Explain planning and zoning requirements clearly to the public, applicants and other departments; Research, analyze and summarize planning issues; Read, understand and interpret a variety of maps, site plans, architectural drawings, specifications, environmental impact reports, ordinances, and regulations related to work; On a continuous basis, sit at desk or in meetings for long periods of time; Twist and reach office equipment; stand, walk, bend, climb, or squat while conducting field checks; Write and use keyboard to communicate through written means; Visually differentiate between colors on land use maps; Lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less; Use a computer, calculator, telephone, facsimile machine, photocopy machine, and microfilm reader printer; Analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper course of action; Attend evening and weekend meetings; Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Associate Planner Conduct independent research and report preparation; Accurately interpret planning and zoning maps, aerial photos, architectural design plans and precise construction drawings; Perform complex planning work requiring independent judgment. Possession of Valid California Driver’s License or the ability to provide alternate transportation as approved by the appointing authority. Membership in the American Planning Association is desirable. Equal Employment Opportunity In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, the City of Campbell will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Human Resources Division. The City of Campbell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr City-of-Campbel