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County of Santa Barbara The Planning & Development Department is accepting applications to fill one (1) full-time
Supervising Planner
position in the Long Range Planning Division. The current vacancy is located in
Santa Barbara . NOTE : Travel throughout the county is required. Benefits Overview Vacation: 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment. Holidays: 13 days per year. Sick Leave: 12 days sick leave per year. Unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement. Health Plan: Choice of medical and dental plans (with vision care). County contributes toward the employee's premium. On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria: Provides ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents over age 5. Click on the Benefits Tab above or click here for more information on County benefits for this position. In addition, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for: Retirement reciprocity Time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate POSITION : Under direction, supervises a planning section or assists in the management of a division of a County department providing Planning and Development services; supervises the preparation and presentation of studies and recommendations to the Planning Commission and other decision-making bodies; and performs related duties as required. Department/Divisions The
Planning and Development Department
has a wide variety of planning projects and programs. For more information on the Planning and Development Department, please visit us at: http://sbcountyplanning.org/. LONG RANGE PLANNING (LRP) DIVISION : The LRP division prepares updates to the County Comprehensive Plan’s mandatory general plan elements, Local Coastal Program, and community plans, and the implementing zoning ordinances. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DIVISION : This division is responsible for reviewing and processing applications for development projects. ENERGY, MINERALS, COMPLIANCE and ENFORCEMENT (EMCE) DIVISION : The EMCE Division carries out a broad array of responsibilities through four distinct units. The Ideal Candidate Will Possess 5 years or more of advanced journey-level professional experience developing land use policies or regulations or applying zoning regulations, community plan policies, CEQA and other ordinances or policies in a land use planning environment in a public sector organization; Knowledge of and experience working with California housing law; Project management experience that includes consultant management and the use of software/data systems to manage staff and projects; Experience working in an environment that promotes interdepartmental teamwork, collaboration, and staff development; Master’s degree in public administration, city land use planning and policy, urban design, environmental planning and policy, regional economic development, transportation policy and planning or closely related field; Ability to establish a “big picture” approach and is comfortable in working in a problem-solving environment that focuses on process improvement strategies. Examples of Duties Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of subordinate staff in drafting amendments to the Comprehensive Plan or Zoning Ordinance, preparing community plans, and analyzing the environmental effects of development proposals and the requirements of the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance; Recommends and implements policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable ordinances, codes, general and area plans, and other regulations; Reviews departmental processes and collaborates with line staff to improve work flow and efficiency; develops administrative policies and procedures for subordinate staff; Supervises, trains, and evaluates subordinate staff; acts as a technical resource to subordinate staff, department employees, and the public; Plans, researches, analyzes, and writes a variety of complex reports related to staffing and budget needs for special studies and assignments; Prepares and presents staff reports on complex and controversial cases to the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors in public hearings; Serves as project manager for special planning studies including the review of proposals, work products, and billings by outside consultants. Employment Standards Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, preferably including course work in urban and regional planning, architecture, urban design, economics, public administration, political science, government, urban geography, environmental studies, or life, physical, or social sciences; AND two years of advanced journey-level professional experience developing land use policies or regulations OR applying zoning regulations, community plan policies, CEQA, NEPA, and other ordinances or policies in a land use planning environment, including one year in a lead worker or supervisory capacity; Two years of experience performing duties equivalent to the class of Planner III with Santa Barbara County; A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Additional Qualifications : Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License may be required. Desirable Qualifications : American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification. Knowledge of : principles and practices of urban and regional planning, land use development review, resource management, and environmental review; state and federal laws, policies, and regulations related to planning and environmental issues including CEQA and NEPA; housing law; urban and rural development and conservation; inter agency and intra agency relationships related to planning projects; basic techniques of supervision; principles and practices of project management; principles and practices of contract management to monitor work of consultants; basic math and statistics. Ability to : plan, assign, and evaluate the work of subordinate staff; provide training for staff; carry out work independently; read, understand, and interpret regulations and policies; compile and analyze relevant information and draw valid conclusions to develop recommendations to resolve issues; communicate verbally to explain policies and regulations to others; write and review staff reports, policies, ordinances, and correspondence using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation; prepare and give public presentations before decision making bodies; conduct and facilitate group meetings to obtain input on policy development and planning decisions; clarify and mediate conflicts among groups of stakeholders; work effectively with Boards and Commissions; record information and maintain for future access; organize work and set priorities to meet deadlines; establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and the public; use personal computers including standard office applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, database, and multimedia presentation software; read and understand site plans, architectural drawings, and topographic maps. Statement of Commitment : The County of Santa Barbara provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type with regard to any characteristic or status protected by any federal law, state law, or Santa Barbara County ordinance.
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Supervising Planner
role at
County of Santa Barbara The Planning & Development Department is accepting applications to fill one (1) full-time
Supervising Planner
position in the Long Range Planning Division. The current vacancy is located in
Santa Barbara . NOTE : Travel throughout the county is required. Benefits Overview Vacation: 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment. Holidays: 13 days per year. Sick Leave: 12 days sick leave per year. Unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement. Health Plan: Choice of medical and dental plans (with vision care). County contributes toward the employee's premium. On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria: Provides ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents over age 5. Click on the Benefits Tab above or click here for more information on County benefits for this position. In addition, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for: Retirement reciprocity Time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate POSITION : Under direction, supervises a planning section or assists in the management of a division of a County department providing Planning and Development services; supervises the preparation and presentation of studies and recommendations to the Planning Commission and other decision-making bodies; and performs related duties as required. Department/Divisions The
Planning and Development Department
has a wide variety of planning projects and programs. For more information on the Planning and Development Department, please visit us at: http://sbcountyplanning.org/. LONG RANGE PLANNING (LRP) DIVISION : The LRP division prepares updates to the County Comprehensive Plan’s mandatory general plan elements, Local Coastal Program, and community plans, and the implementing zoning ordinances. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DIVISION : This division is responsible for reviewing and processing applications for development projects. ENERGY, MINERALS, COMPLIANCE and ENFORCEMENT (EMCE) DIVISION : The EMCE Division carries out a broad array of responsibilities through four distinct units. The Ideal Candidate Will Possess 5 years or more of advanced journey-level professional experience developing land use policies or regulations or applying zoning regulations, community plan policies, CEQA and other ordinances or policies in a land use planning environment in a public sector organization; Knowledge of and experience working with California housing law; Project management experience that includes consultant management and the use of software/data systems to manage staff and projects; Experience working in an environment that promotes interdepartmental teamwork, collaboration, and staff development; Master’s degree in public administration, city land use planning and policy, urban design, environmental planning and policy, regional economic development, transportation policy and planning or closely related field; Ability to establish a “big picture” approach and is comfortable in working in a problem-solving environment that focuses on process improvement strategies. Examples of Duties Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of subordinate staff in drafting amendments to the Comprehensive Plan or Zoning Ordinance, preparing community plans, and analyzing the environmental effects of development proposals and the requirements of the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance; Recommends and implements policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable ordinances, codes, general and area plans, and other regulations; Reviews departmental processes and collaborates with line staff to improve work flow and efficiency; develops administrative policies and procedures for subordinate staff; Supervises, trains, and evaluates subordinate staff; acts as a technical resource to subordinate staff, department employees, and the public; Plans, researches, analyzes, and writes a variety of complex reports related to staffing and budget needs for special studies and assignments; Prepares and presents staff reports on complex and controversial cases to the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors in public hearings; Serves as project manager for special planning studies including the review of proposals, work products, and billings by outside consultants. Employment Standards Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, preferably including course work in urban and regional planning, architecture, urban design, economics, public administration, political science, government, urban geography, environmental studies, or life, physical, or social sciences; AND two years of advanced journey-level professional experience developing land use policies or regulations OR applying zoning regulations, community plan policies, CEQA, NEPA, and other ordinances or policies in a land use planning environment, including one year in a lead worker or supervisory capacity; Two years of experience performing duties equivalent to the class of Planner III with Santa Barbara County; A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Additional Qualifications : Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License may be required. Desirable Qualifications : American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification. Knowledge of : principles and practices of urban and regional planning, land use development review, resource management, and environmental review; state and federal laws, policies, and regulations related to planning and environmental issues including CEQA and NEPA; housing law; urban and rural development and conservation; inter agency and intra agency relationships related to planning projects; basic techniques of supervision; principles and practices of project management; principles and practices of contract management to monitor work of consultants; basic math and statistics. Ability to : plan, assign, and evaluate the work of subordinate staff; provide training for staff; carry out work independently; read, understand, and interpret regulations and policies; compile and analyze relevant information and draw valid conclusions to develop recommendations to resolve issues; communicate verbally to explain policies and regulations to others; write and review staff reports, policies, ordinances, and correspondence using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation; prepare and give public presentations before decision making bodies; conduct and facilitate group meetings to obtain input on policy development and planning decisions; clarify and mediate conflicts among groups of stakeholders; work effectively with Boards and Commissions; record information and maintain for future access; organize work and set priorities to meet deadlines; establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and the public; use personal computers including standard office applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, database, and multimedia presentation software; read and understand site plans, architectural drawings, and topographic maps. Statement of Commitment : The County of Santa Barbara provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type with regard to any characteristic or status protected by any federal law, state law, or Santa Barbara County ordinance.
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