Associate Planner
City of Westlake Village Westlake Village City Hall, Oak Crest Drive, Westlake Village, CA, USA
- Location: Westlake Village City Hall, Oak Crest Drive, Westlake Village, CA, USA
- Categories: Planning and Development
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Mar 27, 2026
Job Description:
Associate Planner
Description
Under the general supervision of the Planning Director, this position performs midlevel professional and technical duties involving current and advance planning activities, environmental analysis, and the preparation of assigned reports or special duties. The position will prepare complex planning reports, and make recommendations on development permit applications; coordinate and evaluate development proposals and various permit applications; confer with and advise architects, builders, contractors, engineers, and the general public regarding City development policies and standards; undertake current or advance planning studies and projects and conduct surveys and basic research; respond to public inquiries, both orally and in writing, regarding zoning, planning, or related issues; analyze data and project information with respect to relevant laws, ordinances, regulations, and policies; determine methods to reconcile project conflicts with legal and policy requirements; conduct field inspections to ensure compliance with City regulations and policies; assist with preparation of amendments to the City’s General Plan and Zoning Ordinance; participate in the preparation or review of environmental impact and planning reports; manage and coordinate plan reviews and permit approvals with Los Angeles County Building and Safety staff; coordinate enforcement of City codes with the Community Preservation Officer and the City Prosecutor; make public presentations and present oral reports on planning information and activities, serve as Emergency Response Worker as necessary, and perform related duties and responsibilities as required.