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Senior Planner
OC Public Works / Orange County, CA
Posted on: May 20, 2022
Application Deadline: 6/10/22 at 11:59PM PST
Job Description
OC Development Services oversees the planning and development entitlement requirements for private and public projects within the County’s unincorporated areas. The service area is responsible for four types of planning activities, including Current, Advance, Subdivision and Environmental planning. This includes permit processing, inspection services and management of zoning, building and code regulations – all to ensure safe and responsible property development and community standards.
The service area is seeking a Senior Planner to perform highly specialized interdisciplinary work and provide a source of leadership and expertise on County planning issues and functions. Those placed in this position will be responsible for:
- Presenting projects and reports to approving authorities
- Preparing written documents, staff reports and public notices
- Performing complex planning research
- Reviewing and processing comprehensive planning documents, including interpreting applicable regulations and codes
- Responding to public inquiries and assist in the interpretation of ordinance, laws and regulations as they pertain to land development
- Ensuring all plans and projects are in compliance with local and state regulations.
The position of Senior Planner represents an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of development, and ensure that Orange County remains a safe, healthy, and fulfilling place to live, work and play, today and for generations to come.
Required Experience / Skills / Education
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum 4 years of experience and/or knowledge in planning and land development and will possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Public Administration, or a related degree (a Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience).
Application Instructions
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