Assistant Planner

Overview

Join Our Team as an Assistant Planner!

Are you passionate about shaping vibrant communities and guiding sustainable development? The City of Rancho Cordova is seeking a dedicated and innovative Assistant Planner to join our dynamic Community Development Department. This unique opportunity offers the chance to contribute to a diverse range of planning projects that enhance the quality of life for our residents and businesses.

Rancho Cordova is an emerging urban center with a small-town feel, home to over 81,000 residents and one of the largest employment centers in the region. Our city is committed to fostering a vibrant, inclusive community where both residents and businesses can thrive. As a member of our team, you ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future growth and development of our city.

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The Assistant Planner will perform a variety of professional planning duties, including reviewing development proposals, conducting research and analysis, preparing reports, and providing information to the public. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of urban planning principles, excellent analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, with a commitment to public service and a passion for community development.

• Reviews development proposals and applications for conformance to City standards and other applicable state and federal rules and regulations.
• Serves as primary point of contact to developers and property owners in meeting these standards; processes appeals to department determinations.
• Reviews current and/or long-range planning projects for consistency with City standards and other applicable rules; provides information to applicants and developers for plan modifications to meet compliance requirements; recommends improvements to project design.
• Responds to inquiries at the public counter, by phone, mail, or electronic mail; provides professional planning guidance and confers with architects, builders, attorneys, contractors, engineers, and the public regarding city development policies and standards.
• Reviews, investigates, and enforces zoning regulations; prepares correspondence regarding compliance issues; may coordinate with Code Enforcement and other internal departments.
• Promotes a positive City image by maintaining excellent internal and external customer relations; investigates complaints and recommends corrective action as necessary.
• Serves as staff to the Planning Commission, City Council, citizen boards, and committees; prepares agenda and reports; makes and presents findings and recommendations for planning and zoning matters.

Education/Training

• Equivalent to the completion of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with course work in planning, environmental studies, or a closely related field.

Experience

• No professional experience is required.
• One (1) year of prior municipal planning experience is desirable.

Licensure/Certification

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver s license.

Note: The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Choice of a generous monthly stipend for Medical/Dental/Vision or Cash in Lieu of Medical Insurance.
• 13 paid holidays per year.
• Universal Time Off (combined vacation and sick leave).
• CalPERS Retirement.
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,500 per fiscal year, with PSLF eligibility.
• Alternate work schedules available.
• Onsite fitness area and many other employee perks.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Rancho Cordova is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Information

FLSA - Exempt status. Requires mobility and dexterity to work in a standard office environment and to attend off-site meetings. Some duties may require fieldwork and exposure to various weather conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals upon request.