City of Camarillo, CA
Salary :
$6,480.99 - $9,721.49 Monthly Location :
Camarillo, CA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
2025-00017 Department:
Community Development Opening Date:
09/26/2025 Closing Date:
10/27/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION ABOUT THE CITY Nestled in the heart of Ventura County, just minutes from California's scenic coastline, Camarillo offers a unique blend of small-town charm, a vibrant community spirit, and an exceptional quality of life as a forward-thinking and innovative local government, we are dedicated to delivering outstanding service while fostering a dynamic, empowered workforce that reflects the high standard to the community we serve. Discover more about us and our organizational culture here.
THE POSITION The ideal candidate for the Assistant Planner position is a proactive individual eager to make a meaningful impact within the organization. They should possess a strong work ethic and work well in a team environment. An open-minded attitude toward learning and a willingness to receive feedback is essential, along with the ability to view situations from different perspectives.
Strong customer service and diplomatic skills are required for interactions with the public and staff. One year of responsible professional or paraprofessional urban or regional planning and zoning experience is highly desirable but any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
This role involves a variety of professional responsibilities supporting the City's planning functions. Candidates at this level are not expected to have the same depth of knowledge or skill as those in the Associate Planner position and will exercise less independent judgment regarding work procedures and methods. This position performs a variety of professional level duties and responsibilities in support of the City's current and advance planning functions including research and analysis for commercial, industrial, residential, and institutional development projects, environmental review and preparation of environmental documents, and research and preparation of general plan amendments and zoning ordinance amendments for presentation to the Planning Commission and City Council; and provides information and assistance to applicants, developers, consultants, the general public, and outside agencies and organizations regarding City codes, policies, standards, and processes related to planning related matters. Learn more about the Community Development Department here.
BENEFITS:
To view our benefits page, click here. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Please click on this link to see the entire classification description: EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.
Education and Experience: Equivalent to the completion of a bachelor's degree and one (1) year of experience in a related field.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of:
Operations, services, and activities of a community planning and development program. Modern principles, practices, and techniques of current and advance planning including land use, environmental policy analysis, municipal service delivery, physical design, landscape architecture, demographics, and economic and social concepts as applied to municipal planning. Principles and practices used in building, architecture, and engineering. Development review procedures and requirements. Site planning and architectural design principles. Basic principles of supervision and training. Project management principles and practices. Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including laws underlying general plans, zoning and land divisions, and applicable environmental laws and regulations. Recent developments, current literature, research methods, and sources of information related to municipal planning, urban growth, and development. Methods and techniques of effective technical report preparation and presentation. Statistical methods and research techniques applicable to the preparation of municipal planning studies. Methods and techniques of eliciting community participation in planning and development issues. Customer service techniques, practices, and principles. Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and supporting software applications. Computer related programs for mapping and data sources including Geographic Information Systems. Ability to: Perform professional level planning duties in the development, implementation, and modification of City plans and regulations. Apply policies, procedures, and standards pertaining to the municipal planning process. Interpret, analyze, apply, implement, and explain pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including City codes and departmental policies and administrative directives. Interpret planning and zoning programs for the public. Read, interpret, and prepare maps, graphs, charts, site plans, legal descriptions, and other descriptive material. Analyze and compile statistical and technical information. Develop recommendations regarding the use of property. Process development applications and coordinate necessary communication between staff, developer, and other agencies. Analyze projects and potential projects for consistency with planning regulations, general planning principles, and architectural quality. Prepare and analyze technical and administrative reports, statements, and correspondence. Present technical data in verbal, written, graphic, and map form to City management staff and variety of boards and commissions. Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, council members, committee and commission members, and the public. Work under steady pressure with frequent interruptions and a high degree of public contact by phone or in person. Deal constructively with conflict and develop effective solutions. Operate modern office equipment and computers including specialized computer applications. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to operate a vehicle to travel from site to site; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with some travel to different sites; occasionally works in outside weather conditions; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The City of Camarillo is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, or other factors. We believe in fostering an inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and empowered. Disaster Services Assignments
As public employees, we play an enhanced role in the event of a disaster or other emergency in our community. You will be registered as a disaster services worker, and you will be issued a disaster services identification card. In the event of a disaster or other emergency, make sure that your family is safe and secure first, then report to your assigned emergency location. Temporary employees generally do not receive disaster services assignments.
Retirement
- All regular employees are enrolled in CalPERS. "Classic" members: 2% @ 55; City pays the employee contribution. "PEPRA" members: 2% @ 62; employee contributes 8.25% of salary. Social Security
- The City does not participate in Social Security. Receiving a CalPERS benefit may affect your Social Security upon retirement. For further information contact a Social Security office or www.socialsecurity.gov/form1945. Medicare
- Employees hired after April 1, 1986 are required to contribute 1.45% of earnings, with an equal amount paid by the City. Defined Contribution
- The City contributes 7% of employee's gross salary to a 401a Plan. Deferred Compensation
- Employees have the option to contribute to a 457 Plan up to the maximum allowed by law. Health Insurance
- The City contributes $158 per month towards a selection of plans. Health insurance is effective the first of the month after date of hire. Flex Benefit/Cafeteria Plan
- $2,788 monthly, which may be applied toward health insurance premiums. Unused money may be taken as cash, payable twice a month. Dental/Vision Insurance
- City pays premium for employees and dependents. Dental/Vision insurance is effective the first of the month after date of hire. Life Insurance
- City-paid term life insurance equal to the employee's annual salary, plus $5,000, rounded up to next $5,000 and dependent life insurance of $2,000 per dependent, is provided. Short/Long Term Disability
- City pays premium for employees. Eligibility period: 0 days for injury/hospitalization or 7 days for an illness. Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Plan
- Specified employee groups are mandated to participate in the RHS Plan. Holidays
- 11 days (88 hours) plus 3 floating holidays (24 hours) per year. Management Leave
- Executive and mid-management exempt employees receive 40-88 hours per year. Vacation
- Vacation is determined by number of years of service. (0-4 years = 80 hrs; 5-9 years = 120 hrs; 10-14 years = 160 hrs; 15+ years = 168-200 hrs). Employees are eligible to use vacation after 6 months of employment. Sick Leave
- 96 hours per year. Comprehensive Annual Leave (CAL)
- Sanitary District Only. Combined vacation, sick and floating holiday leaves. (0-4 yrs = 160 hrs; 5-9 yrs = 200 hrs; 10-14 yrs = 240 hrs; 15+ yrs = 248-288 hrs)
Benefits listed may not reflect all benefits offered. Not all benefits apply to all positions. Regular, part-time employees receive pro-rated benefits. Additional information is available by contacting Human Resources. 01
The supplemental questionnaire is part of the examination process for this position and will be used in determining your qualifications. In order to receive every consideration in the selection process you must complete all the questions with concise yet detailed answers and provide all the requested information. The experience you indicate in your response to the supplemental questions must also be described in detail, on the Work Experience section of your Employment Application. Failure to complete the "Work Experience" section of the employment application may result in your application not being considered. The hiring department may review each answer to evaluate your qualifications. Responses such as "See Resume" or "See Application" will result in disqualification and will not be considered further.By continuing in the recruitment process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge. If you are selected to continue in the recruitment process, your qualifications may be evaluated through employment verification, reference checks and written, skill assessment, and oral examinations.Select "Yes" to acknowledge that you have read and understand this statement.
Yes No
02
List your work experience in reviewing, analyzing, and applying standards to projects. Highlight any experience with city or county projects. 03
List the types of projects have you led and managed. Provide details on your research, organization, analysis, and report preparation, as well as how you ensured projects stayed on track to meet deadlines. 04
List your experience in preparing professional reports and summaries and presenting technical data. 05
What is your philosophy on customer service, and what relevant experience do you have? 06
What is your experience with GIS applications like ArcView, and what other software are you familiar with? Required Question
$6,480.99 - $9,721.49 Monthly Location :
Camarillo, CA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
2025-00017 Department:
Community Development Opening Date:
09/26/2025 Closing Date:
10/27/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION ABOUT THE CITY Nestled in the heart of Ventura County, just minutes from California's scenic coastline, Camarillo offers a unique blend of small-town charm, a vibrant community spirit, and an exceptional quality of life as a forward-thinking and innovative local government, we are dedicated to delivering outstanding service while fostering a dynamic, empowered workforce that reflects the high standard to the community we serve. Discover more about us and our organizational culture here.
THE POSITION The ideal candidate for the Assistant Planner position is a proactive individual eager to make a meaningful impact within the organization. They should possess a strong work ethic and work well in a team environment. An open-minded attitude toward learning and a willingness to receive feedback is essential, along with the ability to view situations from different perspectives.
Strong customer service and diplomatic skills are required for interactions with the public and staff. One year of responsible professional or paraprofessional urban or regional planning and zoning experience is highly desirable but any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
This role involves a variety of professional responsibilities supporting the City's planning functions. Candidates at this level are not expected to have the same depth of knowledge or skill as those in the Associate Planner position and will exercise less independent judgment regarding work procedures and methods. This position performs a variety of professional level duties and responsibilities in support of the City's current and advance planning functions including research and analysis for commercial, industrial, residential, and institutional development projects, environmental review and preparation of environmental documents, and research and preparation of general plan amendments and zoning ordinance amendments for presentation to the Planning Commission and City Council; and provides information and assistance to applicants, developers, consultants, the general public, and outside agencies and organizations regarding City codes, policies, standards, and processes related to planning related matters. Learn more about the Community Development Department here.
BENEFITS:
To view our benefits page, click here. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Please click on this link to see the entire classification description: EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.
Education and Experience: Equivalent to the completion of a bachelor's degree and one (1) year of experience in a related field.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of:
Operations, services, and activities of a community planning and development program. Modern principles, practices, and techniques of current and advance planning including land use, environmental policy analysis, municipal service delivery, physical design, landscape architecture, demographics, and economic and social concepts as applied to municipal planning. Principles and practices used in building, architecture, and engineering. Development review procedures and requirements. Site planning and architectural design principles. Basic principles of supervision and training. Project management principles and practices. Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including laws underlying general plans, zoning and land divisions, and applicable environmental laws and regulations. Recent developments, current literature, research methods, and sources of information related to municipal planning, urban growth, and development. Methods and techniques of effective technical report preparation and presentation. Statistical methods and research techniques applicable to the preparation of municipal planning studies. Methods and techniques of eliciting community participation in planning and development issues. Customer service techniques, practices, and principles. Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and supporting software applications. Computer related programs for mapping and data sources including Geographic Information Systems. Ability to: Perform professional level planning duties in the development, implementation, and modification of City plans and regulations. Apply policies, procedures, and standards pertaining to the municipal planning process. Interpret, analyze, apply, implement, and explain pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including City codes and departmental policies and administrative directives. Interpret planning and zoning programs for the public. Read, interpret, and prepare maps, graphs, charts, site plans, legal descriptions, and other descriptive material. Analyze and compile statistical and technical information. Develop recommendations regarding the use of property. Process development applications and coordinate necessary communication between staff, developer, and other agencies. Analyze projects and potential projects for consistency with planning regulations, general planning principles, and architectural quality. Prepare and analyze technical and administrative reports, statements, and correspondence. Present technical data in verbal, written, graphic, and map form to City management staff and variety of boards and commissions. Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, council members, committee and commission members, and the public. Work under steady pressure with frequent interruptions and a high degree of public contact by phone or in person. Deal constructively with conflict and develop effective solutions. Operate modern office equipment and computers including specialized computer applications. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to operate a vehicle to travel from site to site; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with some travel to different sites; occasionally works in outside weather conditions; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The City of Camarillo is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, or other factors. We believe in fostering an inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and empowered. Disaster Services Assignments
As public employees, we play an enhanced role in the event of a disaster or other emergency in our community. You will be registered as a disaster services worker, and you will be issued a disaster services identification card. In the event of a disaster or other emergency, make sure that your family is safe and secure first, then report to your assigned emergency location. Temporary employees generally do not receive disaster services assignments.
Retirement
- All regular employees are enrolled in CalPERS. "Classic" members: 2% @ 55; City pays the employee contribution. "PEPRA" members: 2% @ 62; employee contributes 8.25% of salary. Social Security
- The City does not participate in Social Security. Receiving a CalPERS benefit may affect your Social Security upon retirement. For further information contact a Social Security office or www.socialsecurity.gov/form1945. Medicare
- Employees hired after April 1, 1986 are required to contribute 1.45% of earnings, with an equal amount paid by the City. Defined Contribution
- The City contributes 7% of employee's gross salary to a 401a Plan. Deferred Compensation
- Employees have the option to contribute to a 457 Plan up to the maximum allowed by law. Health Insurance
- The City contributes $158 per month towards a selection of plans. Health insurance is effective the first of the month after date of hire. Flex Benefit/Cafeteria Plan
- $2,788 monthly, which may be applied toward health insurance premiums. Unused money may be taken as cash, payable twice a month. Dental/Vision Insurance
- City pays premium for employees and dependents. Dental/Vision insurance is effective the first of the month after date of hire. Life Insurance
- City-paid term life insurance equal to the employee's annual salary, plus $5,000, rounded up to next $5,000 and dependent life insurance of $2,000 per dependent, is provided. Short/Long Term Disability
- City pays premium for employees. Eligibility period: 0 days for injury/hospitalization or 7 days for an illness. Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Plan
- Specified employee groups are mandated to participate in the RHS Plan. Holidays
- 11 days (88 hours) plus 3 floating holidays (24 hours) per year. Management Leave
- Executive and mid-management exempt employees receive 40-88 hours per year. Vacation
- Vacation is determined by number of years of service. (0-4 years = 80 hrs; 5-9 years = 120 hrs; 10-14 years = 160 hrs; 15+ years = 168-200 hrs). Employees are eligible to use vacation after 6 months of employment. Sick Leave
- 96 hours per year. Comprehensive Annual Leave (CAL)
- Sanitary District Only. Combined vacation, sick and floating holiday leaves. (0-4 yrs = 160 hrs; 5-9 yrs = 200 hrs; 10-14 yrs = 240 hrs; 15+ yrs = 248-288 hrs)
Benefits listed may not reflect all benefits offered. Not all benefits apply to all positions. Regular, part-time employees receive pro-rated benefits. Additional information is available by contacting Human Resources. 01
The supplemental questionnaire is part of the examination process for this position and will be used in determining your qualifications. In order to receive every consideration in the selection process you must complete all the questions with concise yet detailed answers and provide all the requested information. The experience you indicate in your response to the supplemental questions must also be described in detail, on the Work Experience section of your Employment Application. Failure to complete the "Work Experience" section of the employment application may result in your application not being considered. The hiring department may review each answer to evaluate your qualifications. Responses such as "See Resume" or "See Application" will result in disqualification and will not be considered further.By continuing in the recruitment process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge. If you are selected to continue in the recruitment process, your qualifications may be evaluated through employment verification, reference checks and written, skill assessment, and oral examinations.Select "Yes" to acknowledge that you have read and understand this statement.
Yes No
02
List your work experience in reviewing, analyzing, and applying standards to projects. Highlight any experience with city or county projects. 03
List the types of projects have you led and managed. Provide details on your research, organization, analysis, and report preparation, as well as how you ensured projects stayed on track to meet deadlines. 04
List your experience in preparing professional reports and summaries and presenting technical data. 05
What is your philosophy on customer service, and what relevant experience do you have? 06
What is your experience with GIS applications like ArcView, and what other software are you familiar with? Required Question