Planner, Government, Environmental​/ Urban Planning

Planner I

The City of Fremont's Community Development Department is recruiting for:
Planner I

The role of the Community Development Department is to help Fremont become the sustainable, strategically urban community envisioned in the City's General Plan. Department activities include:

• Providing professional assistance to developers, contractors, businesses, and homeowners
• Preserving open space
• Planning for and assisting with the building of high-quality strategically urban residential and commercial developments
• Maintaining and increasing the range of housing alternatives for the community
• Implementing sustainable, environmentally beneficial programs to enhance the quality of life for Fremont residents and businesses

The department includes Planning, Building and Safety, Code Enforcement, Housing, and Environmental Services.

The first review of applications is February 16, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. (PST). This recruitment may close without notice after this date so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application.

To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box.

The process may include individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling  or emailing human resources.

For additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at: human resources.

This is a deep class series which includes Planner I, Planner II and Associate Planner.

Under supervision, performs technical and professional level technical planning and community development work as a staff planner in long range and/or current planning, zoning, and development review; provides information and assistance to property owners, developers, contractors and the public; conducts a variety of studies and prepare and present staff reports; and performs related work as required.

This is a deep classification series with multiple levels that are intended to provide recognition for a range of assignment variety and complexity, increasing professional/technical knowledge and skills, independence of decision-making and the impact of such decisions upon the long and short term development and character of the City. Incumbents may advance from the entry to the full working level, based on operational need and assignment by management, as they learn City and departmental practices and procedures.

As knowledge and experience are gained, the work becomes broader in scope and assignments are more varied and are performed under more general supervision. Advancement to each higher level class requires gaining the knowledge, skill, experience and credentials that meet the qualifications for that class and demonstrating the ability to consistently perform the work of the higher-level class.

Essential Functions

• Using clearly defined methods and procedures, incumbent participates as a team member in the work of the department by understanding and implementing assigned duties and responsibilities to support team goals and objectives, applies standard practices and techniques to specific situations, correlates data, recognizing discrepancies in results and following operations through a series of related detailed steps or processes.
• Participates in the ongoing collection, analysis and review of data related to City infrastructure, land use, population trends, open space, environmental concerns, California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), commercial/industrial/housing ratios, affordable housing, historical preservation, urban design, and architectural design.
• Receives and responds to inquires and requests from other public agencies and private firms.
• Receives and responds to customer service requests at the Development Services Center counter.
• Provides technical expertise in planning, zoning, and/or building codes and processes.
• Reviews plans and permits for completeness, accuracy and compliance with established requirements.
• Collects fees and issues planning approvals and building permits.
• Conducts routine field inspections in connection with applications and assigned projects.
• Coordinates with other City staff and agencies.
• Maintains accurate…