Assistant Planner - Land Use Services

Job Description:

Assistant Planner - Land Use Services

Description

The Job

We offer a competitive salary with bi-annual step increases of approximately 2.5% up to top salary step of $84,780 annually.

• Recruitment Bonus - Newly hired employees from this recruitment may be eligible to receive bonus payments up to $2,000**
• Referral Bonus - Current employees in a regular position who refer a qualified candidate for this recruitment may be eligible to receive bonus payments up to $750***

The Land Use Services Department is recruiting for Assistant Planners* who will be responsible for a wide range of duties in urban, rural, and regional land use applications and studies. Duties include the review of entitlement projects, staffing the front counter, development of plans and studies; research and review of technical reports, maps and plans to compile data; analysis; serving as a project leader; making presentations; and preparing written reports.

Applications will be accepted until sufficient applications are received. Recruitment may close at anytime without notice.

Official Job Title: Planner I. For detailed information, refer to the Planner I job description.

Applications are also being accepted for Planner Trainee, Planner I-High Desert, Planner II-High Desert, and Planner III-High Desert. Applicants must submit a separate application for each recruitment of interest. Applicants are encouraged to review the announcements and apply as appropriate.

LAND USE SERVICES DEPARTMENT

The San Bernardino County is geographically the largest in the United States and the twelfth largest in population. We are currently in the midst of historic change as our leaders have adopted a Countywide Vision that sets an exciting and ambitious course for our future. The Planning Division includes Current Planning and Advance Planning and is committed to the fulfillment of the Countywide Vision for our communities. We are a passionate team of planners looking for the right teammate to grow and learn with us as we plan for our County's Vision. The Planning Division recently adopted a major update to the General Plan, called the Countywide Plan, and Community Action Guides, and an entirely new Renewable Energy and Conservation Element, as well as numerous other strategic initiatives in support of the Countywide Vision. We are committed to continuing education and encourage our planners to pursue AICP status as they become eligible. Our work is hard but offers the opportunity to become immersed in leading edge planning initiatives. If you are up to the challenge, are deeply committed to community development, and have the skills in planning for valleys, mountains and desert, consider joining our team and helping us serve a great cause, a great region, and a great county.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. A valid California Class C driver license is required at time of appointment. Employees in this class may be required to use personal vehicles and show proof of automobile liability insurance. Mileage reimbursement is available.

Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider candidates who require Visa Sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.

**According to criteria established in the General Unit Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) ( see pages 108-109 )
***According to criteria established in the General Unit Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) ( see pages 109 )

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet both the education AND experience requirements for one of the options listed below:

Option 1:

Experience : None required.

Education : Master's degree in Planning, Urban Studies, Environmental Science, Landscape Architecture, Geography, Engineering, Public or Business Administration, or closely related field.

Option 2:

Experience :One (1) year of professional level planning experience in urban/regional planning, policy development, comprehensive land use, entitlement, environmental review, analysis or site design planning, and/or regulatory compliance.

Education : Bachelor's degree in Planning, Urban Studies, Environmental Science, Landscape Architecture, Geography, Engineering, Public or Business Administration, or closely related field.

Option 3:

Experience :One (1) year of professional level planning experience in urban/regional planning, policy development, comprehensive land use, entitlement, environmental review, analysis or site design planning, and/or regulatory compliance.

Education : Associate's degree or equivalent units.

AND one (1) additional year of planning related experience, which may include experience as a Land Use Technician or assisting with preparation/review of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) applications for 404 permits/401 certifications (Clean Water Act), Lake and Streambed Alteration Act (LSA) permits, land use planning and site planning.

Substitution (Option 3 only) : Two (2) additional years of experience as above may substitute for the Associate's degree.

Option 4:
Experience: Four (4) years of planning related experience, which may include experience as a Land Use Technician or assisting with preparation/review of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) applications for 404 permits/401 certifications (Clean Water Act), Lake and Streambed Alteration Act (LSA) permits, land use planning and site planning.

No coursework required.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of land use planning and environmental analysis, the entitlement process, and experience in a California public agency. Strong writing, critical thinking, and decision-making skills are essential.

Selection Process

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in your Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include in your application and supplemental questions your experience in meeting the minimum requirements.

Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of applications are received. Recruitment may close at anytime without notice . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.

All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email . Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.

If you require technical assistance, please review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or web browser used to submit the application.

EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.

Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process .

Administrative Services Unit

The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

For a summary of benefits, please click here .

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary:

$64,792.00 - $89,086.40 Annually