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Associate Planner
Under general direction, the Associate Planner performs professional-level work in the field of current and advanced planning and provides information and assistance to developers and the public on planning-related matters. This journey-level position is responsible for performing the full range of duties as assigned, including the application of professional knowledge and skills to various municipal planning problems and projects. Responsibilities include the preparation of specific reports and plans, with the opportunity for working independently and exercising judgement and initiative. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the department. Supervision Exercised May exercise technical and functional supervision over lower-level staff. Specific Examples of Duties & Responsibilities Research, analyze, and interpret social, economic, population, and land use data and trends. Prepare written reports on various planning matters and elements of the General Plan Prepare initial studies; define the scope of work; review environmental impact reports. Participate in and coordinate consultant work in the preparation of the City's General Plan Compile information and prepare recommendations on special studies; prepare related planning reports. Provide information to the public regarding zoning, land use, and the General Plan; participate in public meetings as necessary. Confer with and advise architects, builders, attorneys, contractors, engineers, and the general public regarding City development policies and standards. Review development proposals and applications for compliance with appropriate regulations and policies; prepare reports of recommendations. Review permit applications and assess fees. Prepare staff reports for the Planning Commission and City Council Advise on historic preservation programs and provide professional staff support to the Historic Resources Board. Check commercial, industrial, and residential development plans for issuance of zone clearance; process permit applications and calculate appropriate fees. Research and draft ordinances for review by the City Manager and Planning Commission Investigate complaints of zoning violations and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints concerning the City's planning function. Participate in coordinating planning activities with other City departments; conduct meetings to define project scope. May provide technical assistance to professional and clerical planning staff. Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned. Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of: Principles and practices of urban planning and development Recent developments, current literature, sources of information, and research techniques related to the field of urban planning. Laws underlying general plans, zoning, and land divisions. Applicable environmental laws and regulations Mathematical and statistical principles Commonly used computer software program related to the work. Modern office methods, practices, procedures, and related equipment Ability to: Interpret and apply the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions. Analyze and compile technical and statistical information and prepare detailed technical reports and recommendations. Learn and apply historic preservation principles. Learn and apply applicable environmental laws and regulations and methods of assessment. Interpret planning and zoning programs for the general public. Perform professional planning work with a minimum of supervision. Manage project development and implementation. Provide training to less experienced planning staff. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with all those contacted in the course of work. Operate modern office equipment, including computer equipment. Experience and Education Guidelines Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: Experience Possess a minimum of two (2) years of directly related municipal planning experience. Education Possess the equivalent of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban planning or a related field. Possession of AICP Certification is desirable. License Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
Under general direction, the Associate Planner performs professional-level work in the field of current and advanced planning and provides information and assistance to developers and the public on planning-related matters. This journey-level position is responsible for performing the full range of duties as assigned, including the application of professional knowledge and skills to various municipal planning problems and projects. Responsibilities include the preparation of specific reports and plans, with the opportunity for working independently and exercising judgement and initiative. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the department. Supervision Exercised May exercise technical and functional supervision over lower-level staff. Specific Examples of Duties & Responsibilities Research, analyze, and interpret social, economic, population, and land use data and trends. Prepare written reports on various planning matters and elements of the General Plan Prepare initial studies; define the scope of work; review environmental impact reports. Participate in and coordinate consultant work in the preparation of the City's General Plan Compile information and prepare recommendations on special studies; prepare related planning reports. Provide information to the public regarding zoning, land use, and the General Plan; participate in public meetings as necessary. Confer with and advise architects, builders, attorneys, contractors, engineers, and the general public regarding City development policies and standards. Review development proposals and applications for compliance with appropriate regulations and policies; prepare reports of recommendations. Review permit applications and assess fees. Prepare staff reports for the Planning Commission and City Council Advise on historic preservation programs and provide professional staff support to the Historic Resources Board. Check commercial, industrial, and residential development plans for issuance of zone clearance; process permit applications and calculate appropriate fees. Research and draft ordinances for review by the City Manager and Planning Commission Investigate complaints of zoning violations and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints concerning the City's planning function. Participate in coordinating planning activities with other City departments; conduct meetings to define project scope. May provide technical assistance to professional and clerical planning staff. Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned. Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of: Principles and practices of urban planning and development Recent developments, current literature, sources of information, and research techniques related to the field of urban planning. Laws underlying general plans, zoning, and land divisions. Applicable environmental laws and regulations Mathematical and statistical principles Commonly used computer software program related to the work. Modern office methods, practices, procedures, and related equipment Ability to: Interpret and apply the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions. Analyze and compile technical and statistical information and prepare detailed technical reports and recommendations. Learn and apply historic preservation principles. Learn and apply applicable environmental laws and regulations and methods of assessment. Interpret planning and zoning programs for the general public. Perform professional planning work with a minimum of supervision. Manage project development and implementation. Provide training to less experienced planning staff. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with all those contacted in the course of work. Operate modern office equipment, including computer equipment. Experience and Education Guidelines Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: Experience Possess a minimum of two (2) years of directly related municipal planning experience. Education Possess the equivalent of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban planning or a related field. Possession of AICP Certification is desirable. License Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and satisfactory driving record.