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Assistant Planners/Associate Planners
City of Ventura / Ventura, CA
Posted on: October 20, 2022
Application Deadline: November 2, 2022
Job Description
The City of Ventura is hiring! The City of Ventura Community Development Department is looking for two (2) Assistant Planners/Associate Planners to join the Planning Division. If you are a candidate who can utilize your advanced communication skills to work with the public, commanding attention that creates aligned and sustained motion on key projects, we are looking for you! New team members will utilize their intellect to identify neighborhood issues that can be mitigated through better planning and engagement strategies to promote economic development and land use, meeting the common goals of the community.
Reporting to the Principal Planner, the Assistant/Associate Planners will work in a team to assist citizens of the City of Ventura. These planners are responsible for professional planning work involving land use planning, environmental analysis, historic preservation, design review, public policy and ordinance development, economic development, green technology in economic development, CDBG/HOME program implementation, or related areas. The Assistant/Associate Planners operate with less immediate supervision in the preparation of specific reports and plans, allowing for the opportunity for independent judgment in planning work, analysis of municipal code and general plan policies, and making technical determinations.
If you are an innovative, forward thinker interested in being part of a collaborative team providing the highest level of customer service to citizens of the City of Ventura, this position may be for you!
We are looking for candidates who can:
• work independently or in a team environment on multiple projects or issues simultaneously
• use creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well-defined practical problems
• clearly communicate rules and procedures using diplomacy and tact
• pay attention to details while keeping the BIG picture in mind
Apply today if you want to work in a progressive, dedicated, and supportive team environment!
Salary and Benefits
The City offers a compensation package that includes both a generous salary and excellent benefits!
Salary:
• Assistant Planner $70,378.05 – $94,307.41 Annually DOQ
• Associate Planner $77,684.05 – $104,097.97 Annually DOQ
How to Apply
To be considered for these exciting opportunities, please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire now!! The filing deadline is Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at 5:30 pm.
Go to www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs and Apply! EEO/ADA
salary plus 6 Medical options, CalPers Retirement, Dental, Vision, FSA, 457
Required Experience / Skills / Education
A combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in City Planning, Architecture, Environmental Studies, Economics or closely related field, and depending on assignment, qualifying experience as described below, in the following areas: land use planning, economic development, environmental analysis, historic preservation, design review, general plan policy and ordinance development, green technology in economic development, or CDBG/HOME programs.
Assistant Planner: One year of responsible professional planning experience or project management experience in assigned area.
Associate Planner: Three years of increasingly responsible professional planning experience or project management and program development experience in assigned area. A related master’s degree is highly desirable. Prior experience in historic preservation, urban design, and working with community councils and advisory boards is highly desirable.
License: Depending on assignment, possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license may be required
Certificate: AICP certification is desirable.
Application Instructions
How to Apply
To be considered for these exciting opportunities, please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire now!! The filing deadline is Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at 5:30 pm.
Go to www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs and Apply! EEO/ADA
