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Senior Planner
City of Agoura Hills / 30001 Ladyface Court, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
Posted on: March 21, 2022
Application Deadline: First review: April 14, 2022, 5:00 pm.
Job Description
Conducts complex assignments involving current or advance planning projects, including environmental impact studies; confers with applicants and agency representatives to identify issues; evaluates data and proposes methods to resolve conflicting issues of plan implementation, zoning requirements, and environmental issues; provides liaison to, and coordinates consultant reviews; prepares staff reports and supplemental materials for presentation.
Serves as project manager for major assignments and programs, including specific plans, major development projects and special advance planning programs; prepares and presents project reports including related recommendations; directs or performs grant administration.
Coordinates the conduct of environmental impact studies, including the preparation of requests for proposal; coordinates project review by other agencies; evaluates conclusions of environmental impact reports and prepares recommendations.
May direct the activities of lower level planning staff; assigns and schedules work in accordance with general instructions; conducts training and orientation as required; ensures that work is performed in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. Coordinates the work of City consultants.
Attends and makes presentations to the Planning Commission, Architectural Review Panel, City Council and other city boards as needed.
Responds to inquiries, both orally and in writing; interprets planning policies, state laws and local ordinances, or explains procedures; advises the Director, other City personnel, and the public regarding current or advance planning issues.
Coordinates the review, monitor and revision of the General Plan; coordinates the City’s affordable housing program; manages grants.
Coordinates regional planning programs. Participates in the City’s redevelopment program activities.
Depending upon assignment, schedules and participates in or conducts community meetings; provides information and responds to questions regarding planning matters; advises the Director of meeting results.
As a designated representative of the department, attends conferences, meetings, or other public functions; may provide information or participate in discussions regarding planning activities.
Required Experience / Skills / Education
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of planning, related state and federal laws, ordinances, rules and regulations including considerable knowledge of the California Environmental Quality Act. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate planning activities; direct the work of others involved in planning activities; prepare and present reports, prepare maps, charts, and other supplemental materials; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; deal constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Experience/Education
Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance. Example combinations include completion of a four-year college curriculum with major work in urban planning, or a related field; and at least three years of progressively responsible experience with a minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience in current and advance planning which preferably included experience in development review, environmental impact review, architectural review, specific plans, housing and development agreements. A master’s degree in planning, public administration, or a related field is desirable.
Application Instructions
Submit your application and resume online at www.agourahillscity.org or to Human Resources, City of Agoura Hills, 30001 Ladyface Court, Agoura Hills, CA 91301. Questions: email Celeste Bird at cbird@agourahillscity.org Resumes may be attached to completed applications; however, a resume will not be accepted in lieu of an official City Application. The first review will be April 14, 2022, 5:00 pm. Recruitment can close at any time. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply early! Candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to interview.
