Knowledge of:

Basic operations, services, and activities of a community planning program the principles and practices of urban planning

Understanding of state and federal planning, zoning, development and environmental laws statistical and research methods applied to the collection and analysis of data pertinent to planning

Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and supporting software applications

Basic methods and techniques of effective technical report preparation and presentation.

Ability to:

Effectively read construction plans and site plans

Identify and interpret technical and numerical information

Read and interpret regulations

Prepare and analyze technical and administrative reports, statements, and correspondence that can be understood by a layperson

Provide effective customer service

Operate modern office equipment and computers including specialized computer applications

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain this required knowledge would be:   

Educational equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in planning, public administration, or a related field and one year of experience in the planning field.    A Master’s degree in Planning or Public Administration may be substituted for experience requirement.

Licenses/Certificates

Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License with a safe driving record is required and must be maintained as valid during the course of employment.