City of Menifee, CA
Salary :
$145,624.92 - $186,870.20 Annually Location :
Menifee, CA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
2025-29 Department:
Community Development - Planning Opening Date:
09/22/2025 Closing Date:
10/7/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Definition
You must be a current City of Menifee employee to qualify.
The Community Development Department is searching for professional candidates who are detail-oriented and organized, with a positive attitude and helpful disposition. Excellent communication skills, problem-solving skills, and the ability to utilize sound judgment, discretion and confidentiality. The Planning Manager requires a high-level of initiative and decision making resulting in significant impact to the City.
THE POSITION Under general direction, plans, organizes, supervises, and reviews the work of professional, technical, and clerical subordinates engaged in current and advanced planning; performs complex and sensitive professional planning projects, development projects and environmental studies, research, and analysis; coordinates assigned activities with other City departments, officials, outside agencies, and the public; fosters cooperative working relationships among City departments and with intergovernmental and regulatory agencies and various public and private groups; provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the Community Development Director in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from the Community Development Director. Exercises general supervision over professional, paraprofessional, technical and clerical staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS This is a supervisory and managerial classification in the Planning series of the Community Development Department. The Planning Manager is distinguished from the Senior Planner class by the responsibilities for supervising and managing a Planning Division; coordinates planning activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies involving policy level decisions; supervising studies and performing the most complex and difficult studies; and overseeing the preparation and administration of a Planning Division budget. This class provides assistance to the Director in a variety of administrative, coordinative, analytical, and liaison capacities. Successful performance of the work requires knowledge of public policy and municipal functions and activities, including the role of an elected City Council, and the ability to develop, oversee, and implement projects and programs in a variety of areas.
Examples of Essential Functions (Illustrative Only) Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work of professional and technical employees in data collection, analyses, plan formulation, and implementation of a wide variety of planning and zoning activities. Supervises, directs, and coordinates such ongoing programs as General Plan administration, current planning, design review, zoning administration, community planning, environmental planning, and annexations. Develops and implements work, objectives, policies, and procedures. Performs the most complex and sensitive planning work. Coordinates and performs the staff support work for the Planning Commission; researches and prepares reports; conducts public information meetings and hearings. Participates in and makes presentations at City Council meetings, Planning Commission, and to a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of planning and other services as they relate to the area of assignment. Represents the department to other City departments, elected officials, regional/local boards, and outside agencies; explains and interprets departmental programs, policies, and activities; negotiates and resolves significant and controversial issues. Meets with and advises developers regarding development applications and processes. Applies for and administers various federal and state planning grant programs; prepares annual reports; develops requests for proposals; supervises outside consultants. Assists in the development and administration of the department's annual budget. Supervises, trains, and evaluates department personnel; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability and conformance with department standards, including program and project priorities and performance evaluations; works with employees on performance issues. Monitors the maintenance of working and official departmental files. Monitors changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may affect City or departmental operations; suggest policy and procedural changes as required. Prepares, reviews, and presents staff reports, various management and information updates, and reports on special projects as assigned by the Development Director. Responds to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations. Ensures preparation of detailed and comprehensive technical case documentation and reports that are accurate and sufficient for use in courts; may represent the interest of the City as a witness in court. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications KNOWLEDGE OF
Modern principles, practices, and technical and legal issues of General Plan, land use, zoning, subdivision, and urban planning regulations, natural resources protection, and environmental laws. Geographic, socio-economic, transportation, political, environmental, and other elements related to city planning. Comprehensive plans and current planning processes and the development process. Site planning and architectural design principles. General concepts of architecture, landscaping, grading, drainage, traffic, and transportation engineering as they relate to the process of urban planning. Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a comprehensive environmental planning program. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures. Project management and contract administration principles and techniques. Conduct complex research projects, evaluate operations and processes, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. Principles of advanced mathematics and their application to planning work. Recent developments, current literature, and sources of information related to planning, zoning, and environmental review. Methods and techniques for the development of presentations, business correspondence, and information distribution; research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures. Principles and procedures of record-keeping, technical report writing, and preparation of correspondence and presentations. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work. English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff. ABILITY TO
Oversee and participate in the management of a comprehensive planning and zoning program. Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Interpret and explain planning and zoning programs to the general public; identify and respond to issues and concerns of the public, City Council, and other boards and commissions. Read plans and specifications and make effective site visits. Analyze site design, terrain constraints, land use compatibility, utilities, and other municipal services. Read and understand technical drawings and specifications. Perform mathematical and planning computations with precision. Oversee, direct, and coordinate the work of lower level staff. Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff. Prepare and administer program budgets. Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques. Effectively administer special projects with contractual agreements and ensure compliance with stipulations; effectively administer a variety of community development programs and administrative activities. Effectively represent the City and the department in meetings with governmental agencies, contractors, vendors, and various businesses, professional, regulatory, and legislative organizations. Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials. Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems. Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in urban planning, architecture, public administration, or a related field and five (5) years of professional experience in planning, zoning, and related community development activities, preferably with a government agency including two (2) years of project management or supervisory experience. A Master's Degree with major coursework in community development, urban planning, civil engineering, or a related field is desirable. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment. American Institute of Certified Planners certification is also desired.
Additional Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, to inspect City development sites, including traversing uneven terrain, climbing stairs, and other temporary or construction access points; to operate a motor vehicle; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds. APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND SELECTION PROCESS A City application and supplemental questionnaire
must
be submitted and received by the closing date/time. Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application materials that they meet the employment standards outlined above. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the position may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skill, training, and experience for the position. Successful applicants will be placed on an eligibility list.
01
By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration. The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought.
Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. Please note that as part of the screening process your responses will be reviewed in conjunction with your general online application. The employment history and education detailed in your general application must validate/support your responses to the supplemental questions. If your responses cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the review/selection process. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.
02
Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed.
High School Diploma or Equivalent Some college (less than 59 semester/89 quarter units) Associate's Degree or Equivalent (at least 60 semester/90 quarter units) Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Juris Doctorate Degree Doctorate Degree I do not have a high school diploma or equivalent.
03
If you selected Bachelor's Degree or Higher in the previous question, please enter what field your degree is in. 04
How many years of planning, zoning, or community development experience do you have in a government agency?
No experience. Less than one year. More than one, but less than two years. More than two, but less than three years. More than three, but less than four years. More than four, but less than five years. More than five years.
05
Of those years of experience, how many years include supervisory/management?
Less than two years. Two years or greater.
Required Question
$145,624.92 - $186,870.20 Annually Location :
Menifee, CA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
2025-29 Department:
Community Development - Planning Opening Date:
09/22/2025 Closing Date:
10/7/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Definition
You must be a current City of Menifee employee to qualify.
The Community Development Department is searching for professional candidates who are detail-oriented and organized, with a positive attitude and helpful disposition. Excellent communication skills, problem-solving skills, and the ability to utilize sound judgment, discretion and confidentiality. The Planning Manager requires a high-level of initiative and decision making resulting in significant impact to the City.
THE POSITION Under general direction, plans, organizes, supervises, and reviews the work of professional, technical, and clerical subordinates engaged in current and advanced planning; performs complex and sensitive professional planning projects, development projects and environmental studies, research, and analysis; coordinates assigned activities with other City departments, officials, outside agencies, and the public; fosters cooperative working relationships among City departments and with intergovernmental and regulatory agencies and various public and private groups; provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the Community Development Director in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from the Community Development Director. Exercises general supervision over professional, paraprofessional, technical and clerical staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS This is a supervisory and managerial classification in the Planning series of the Community Development Department. The Planning Manager is distinguished from the Senior Planner class by the responsibilities for supervising and managing a Planning Division; coordinates planning activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies involving policy level decisions; supervising studies and performing the most complex and difficult studies; and overseeing the preparation and administration of a Planning Division budget. This class provides assistance to the Director in a variety of administrative, coordinative, analytical, and liaison capacities. Successful performance of the work requires knowledge of public policy and municipal functions and activities, including the role of an elected City Council, and the ability to develop, oversee, and implement projects and programs in a variety of areas.
Examples of Essential Functions (Illustrative Only) Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work of professional and technical employees in data collection, analyses, plan formulation, and implementation of a wide variety of planning and zoning activities. Supervises, directs, and coordinates such ongoing programs as General Plan administration, current planning, design review, zoning administration, community planning, environmental planning, and annexations. Develops and implements work, objectives, policies, and procedures. Performs the most complex and sensitive planning work. Coordinates and performs the staff support work for the Planning Commission; researches and prepares reports; conducts public information meetings and hearings. Participates in and makes presentations at City Council meetings, Planning Commission, and to a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of planning and other services as they relate to the area of assignment. Represents the department to other City departments, elected officials, regional/local boards, and outside agencies; explains and interprets departmental programs, policies, and activities; negotiates and resolves significant and controversial issues. Meets with and advises developers regarding development applications and processes. Applies for and administers various federal and state planning grant programs; prepares annual reports; develops requests for proposals; supervises outside consultants. Assists in the development and administration of the department's annual budget. Supervises, trains, and evaluates department personnel; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability and conformance with department standards, including program and project priorities and performance evaluations; works with employees on performance issues. Monitors the maintenance of working and official departmental files. Monitors changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may affect City or departmental operations; suggest policy and procedural changes as required. Prepares, reviews, and presents staff reports, various management and information updates, and reports on special projects as assigned by the Development Director. Responds to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations. Ensures preparation of detailed and comprehensive technical case documentation and reports that are accurate and sufficient for use in courts; may represent the interest of the City as a witness in court. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications KNOWLEDGE OF
Modern principles, practices, and technical and legal issues of General Plan, land use, zoning, subdivision, and urban planning regulations, natural resources protection, and environmental laws. Geographic, socio-economic, transportation, political, environmental, and other elements related to city planning. Comprehensive plans and current planning processes and the development process. Site planning and architectural design principles. General concepts of architecture, landscaping, grading, drainage, traffic, and transportation engineering as they relate to the process of urban planning. Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a comprehensive environmental planning program. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures. Project management and contract administration principles and techniques. Conduct complex research projects, evaluate operations and processes, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. Principles of advanced mathematics and their application to planning work. Recent developments, current literature, and sources of information related to planning, zoning, and environmental review. Methods and techniques for the development of presentations, business correspondence, and information distribution; research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures. Principles and procedures of record-keeping, technical report writing, and preparation of correspondence and presentations. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work. English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff. ABILITY TO
Oversee and participate in the management of a comprehensive planning and zoning program. Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Interpret and explain planning and zoning programs to the general public; identify and respond to issues and concerns of the public, City Council, and other boards and commissions. Read plans and specifications and make effective site visits. Analyze site design, terrain constraints, land use compatibility, utilities, and other municipal services. Read and understand technical drawings and specifications. Perform mathematical and planning computations with precision. Oversee, direct, and coordinate the work of lower level staff. Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff. Prepare and administer program budgets. Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques. Effectively administer special projects with contractual agreements and ensure compliance with stipulations; effectively administer a variety of community development programs and administrative activities. Effectively represent the City and the department in meetings with governmental agencies, contractors, vendors, and various businesses, professional, regulatory, and legislative organizations. Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials. Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems. Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in urban planning, architecture, public administration, or a related field and five (5) years of professional experience in planning, zoning, and related community development activities, preferably with a government agency including two (2) years of project management or supervisory experience. A Master's Degree with major coursework in community development, urban planning, civil engineering, or a related field is desirable. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment. American Institute of Certified Planners certification is also desired.
Additional Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, to inspect City development sites, including traversing uneven terrain, climbing stairs, and other temporary or construction access points; to operate a motor vehicle; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds. APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND SELECTION PROCESS A City application and supplemental questionnaire
must
be submitted and received by the closing date/time. Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application materials that they meet the employment standards outlined above. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the position may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skill, training, and experience for the position. Successful applicants will be placed on an eligibility list.
01
By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration. The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought.
Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. Please note that as part of the screening process your responses will be reviewed in conjunction with your general online application. The employment history and education detailed in your general application must validate/support your responses to the supplemental questions. If your responses cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the review/selection process. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.
02
Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed.
High School Diploma or Equivalent Some college (less than 59 semester/89 quarter units) Associate's Degree or Equivalent (at least 60 semester/90 quarter units) Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Juris Doctorate Degree Doctorate Degree I do not have a high school diploma or equivalent.
03
If you selected Bachelor's Degree or Higher in the previous question, please enter what field your degree is in. 04
How many years of planning, zoning, or community development experience do you have in a government agency?
No experience. Less than one year. More than one, but less than two years. More than two, but less than three years. More than three, but less than four years. More than four, but less than five years. More than five years.
05
Of those years of experience, how many years include supervisory/management?
Less than two years. Two years or greater.
Required Question