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Planning Manager
City of Eastvale / Eastvale, CA
Posted on: January 7, 2020
Application Deadline: January 16, 2020
Job Description
COMMUNITY, PRIDE & PROSPERITY
WHO WE ARE:
As one of the newest cities in Riverside County, the City of Eastvale has an amazing opportunity to Exceed Eastvale’s Expectations Every Day. Through our collaborative and innovative approach to local government, we are able to create a community we are proud to serve. Our team is dynamic, caring, diverse, and continually looking for ways to improve our community.
The Planning Manager is a newly created in-house management level position that will serve as a key member of the City of Eastvale’s Community Development Department and Management Team. The ideal candidate is a highly experienced, and adaptable leader with a growth-mindset and proven record of achievement. The Planning Manager has a unique, once in a lifetime opportunity to work with sophisticated development, to design a downtown destination, and to develop large scale projects. The position will focus on bringing uniqueness to the City that will create places for people to prosper and connect. Further, the selected candidate will serve in elevating the quality of development in the City with a “can do” attitude and “get it done” approach to work in a fast-paced environment working closely with a talented, energetic, and highly engaged team of City staff.
This position might be perfect for you:
- If you want to make a valuable contribution to the community
- If you are passionate about serving others
- If you want to help define our vision for the future and our ability to thrive, together
- If you want to help build Eastvale’s tomorrow, today
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING HERE:
You’ll be responsible for:
- Leading our increased strategic initiatives, development and large-scale projects which include; Hamner Place, the Station, the Merge, the Homestead, among many other current planning and entitlement projects for our development community, businesses, and residents
- Supporting long-range planning efforts of anticipated or potential future projects that would service the community such as the Eastvale 2040 General Plan, a Civic Center; which includes a City Hall and Public Library, a law enforcement substation, and/or developing the Leal property to become our downtown destination
- Updating plans based on policies and programs, including the General Plan and various master plans designed to guide the physical design and development of the City
- Enhancing development through current planning entitlement and processing, creating a business-friendly environment with a level of expertise and experience necessary to make decisions and provide direction to strengthen entitlement processes and community engagement
- Designing a downtown area/entertainment district from raw dairy land, and a unique brand destination location for years to come
Required Experience / Skills / Education
ARE YOU QUALIFIED?
Education and/or Experience:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in urban or regional planning or a closely related field
- A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in municipal current and long-range planning programs
- A minimum of three years of supervision of professional and support staff
- Possession of an American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), CNU-A Accreditation, and active involvement in professional organizations such as, or a combination of (but not limited to), American Planning Association (APA), Congress for New Urbanism (CNU), Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP), Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals (APBP), and Urban Land Institute (ULI)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Modern principles, procedures, practices and standards of municipal planning and community development; planning and zoning laws, ordinances, codes, modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding City planning; comprehensive plans including their formation, process of adoption, and enforcement; Principles and practices of management, organization, budget practices, administrative procedures and fiscal management; principles and practices of contract administration; methods and techniques of supervision, training and motivation; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, and regulations, including but not limited to the California Environmental Quality Act; methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; standard office procedures, practices and equipment; modern office equipment, including a computer and applicable software including GIS applications; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling and grammar; Methods and techniques for report preparation and writing; occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Ability to:
Manage, oversee, review, and perform the operations and activities of the Planning Division; analyze complex planning issues and develop solutions; plan, organize, direct and evaluate the effectiveness of assigned program activities; exercise supervisory control over complex professional and technical tasks, and perform the full range of professional planning tasks; prepare and administer a budget; interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations pertaining to municipal planning including Building codes; make adjustments to standard operating procedures to improve effectiveness and comply with regulatory changes as appropriate; organize, prioritize and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; analyze complex issues and develop and implement an appropriate response; follow written and oral directions; promote and observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with City personnel and the public; operate an office computer and a variety of word processing and software applications;
Special Requirements:
Possession of a valid Class “C” California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.
For more information about this position, please visit the job description here. or review the position brochure here.
Application Instructions
WHERE DO YOU GO FROM HERE?
Application Process:
The closing date for this recruitment is January 16, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. To be considered for this opportunity, please provide an application, cover letter, resume, and a list of professional references here.
Stage 1 –The first stage in the selection process will consist of a review of each applicant’s employment application, resume, and cover letter. Applications that are incomplete and/or that do not meet the minimum combination of education and experience will not be given further consideration.
Stage 2 – The second stage in the selection process will consist of review by subject matter experts who will evaluate and rate the candidates’ applications and resumes in order to determine those that most closely demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the qualifications section of this announcement. Successful candidates who most closely meet the defined criteria will be invited to participate in the next stage.
Stage 3 – The third stage will consist of interviews with a panel of subject matter experts, where candidates will be evaluated and rated on responses to pre-defined questions. Candidates may also participate in a skills-based performance test. Candidates must achieve a passing score to be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration.
First round of interviews are tentatively scheduled on the week of January 27, 2020.
Stage 4 – The fourth stage will consist of an interview with the Community Development Director and/or City Manager. Finalists will then move into background and reference checking.
Second round of interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of February 3, 2020.
The City of Eastvale reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.
The ideal start time for this position will be the end of February (negotiable).
Successful candidates shall be required to submit to:
Background/Reference Check/Physical Exam: City employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a reference check, criminal background investigation, including fingerprinting, and a post-offer (City paid) physical examination (including drug/alcohol testing).
Disclaimers:
Participation in E-Verify: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. In accordance, the City will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information regarding E-Verify, the Federal Government’s online employment eligibility verification system, please visit www.uscis.gov.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Eastvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non- job-related factor.
Reasonable Accommodation: In compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations, the City of Eastvale is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process must make a request no later than the final filing date for receipt of applications. Such requests should be addressed to the Talent Attraction & Development Department at the City of Eastvale, 12363 Limonite Ave. Suite 910, Eastvale, CA 91752, or call (951) 703-4434.
Please note that the provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Questions regarding this recruitment may be directed to Talent Attraction & Development at (951) 703-4434. Applicants may visit the City’s official website at www.eastvaleca.gov for more information.