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Assistant/Associate Planner
City of Orange / Orange, CA
Posted on: April 17, 2026
Application Deadline: 05/03/2026 at 11:59 PM
Job Description
Under direct and general supervision, Assistant and Associate Planners perform various professional field and office planning work related to current and advance planning, including review of development and land use applications, zoning, site plans, and environmental documents; provide project management and administration; complete technical assessments and prepares written project analysis; provides environmental review and project analysis for Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) and special projects in advance planning; provide professional advice and assistance to the public on planning, community development, zoning, permits, and environmental review; provide complex professional staff assistance to the Planning Manager, other departments, and the public in areas of expertise; perform a variety of studies and prepares and presents staff reports; and perform related work as required.
Required Experience / Skills / Education
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical and ideal way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Assistant Planner: Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in urban planning, community development, or a related field. One (1) year of professional experience in planning, zoning, and related community development activities. Experience applying historic preservation principles is highly desirable. Experience preparing and presenting municipal code amendments is highly desirable.
Associate Planner: Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in urban planning, community development, or a related field. Three (3) years of professional experience in planning, zoning, and related community development activities, or two (2) years of experience as Assistant Planner at the City of Orange. Experience applying historic preservation principles is highly desirable. Experience preparing and presenting municipal code amendments is highly desirable.
Application Instructions
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