Planning Manager

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join the city of roseville development services team in the role of planning manager.

the city of roseville is seeking a dynamic, professional leader who is a collaborative problem-solver to serve as its next planning manager. The planning manager will direct, oversee, and materially participate in the work of the city’s planning division. The planning division operates within the development services department and is responsible for current and long‑range planning, citywide environmental coordination, maintenance of the general plan, housing element, and zoning codes, and review of proposals for construction and development within the city of roseville.

The selected candidate will coordinate activities and projects with other city departments, review and prepare recommendations to the planning commission and city council regarding legislative and development‑related entitlements and serve as staff liaison to the planning commission.

the planning manager performs professional planning duties in the fields of long‑range planning, current planning, environmental coordination, and building permitting, including a variety of diverse professional planning assignments. The incumbent will oversee technical reviews and evaluations of land use, permit applications, and environmental impact documents, oversee resolution of the most complex customer service issues, and provide management oversight and direction to professional and support staff.

The planning manager will ensure compliance with all aspects of the city’s general plan and related ordinances and laws, and perform related work as assigned.

• proactive leader directing day‑to‑day operations and projects for the planning division of the development services department.
• skilled in delegation and active involvement, problem‑solving, and a commitment to driving progress.
• possess a deep understanding of municipal planning, design, construction, and maintenance, along with a thorough knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and safety standards.
• provide leadership and mentoring that inspires and encourages others to develop skills, be prepared for advancement, and achieve their best.
• ensure that projects are completed efficiently, on time, and within budget.
• communicate effectively, demonstrate emotional intelligence and political understanding, and have a desire to improve customer service experience.
• adjust quickly to changing priorities and conditions, and establish positive relationships with colleagues, employees, the public, and other stakeholders.

• $ – $ annually (dependent on experience)
• up to $2,415 per month in health and welfare benefits
• hybrid/remote and flexible schedule
• competitive vacation and sick leave programs
• up to an additional 100 hours of management leave annually
• 10 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays
• opportunities to train and lead a team of professionals
• calpers
• a top‑notch team and more!

the current opening is a regular, benefitted, and full‑time position but the list may be utilized to fill future regular, temporary, or limited‑term vacancies in the city for the duration of the list.

experience:

• five years of increasingly responsible experience in urban planning, including two years of supervisory responsibility.

training:

• a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban planning, public administration or a related field.

• possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid california driver’s license.

all employment applications must be submitted online at the city of roseville career pages only.

detailed information on the city of roseville recruitment practices can be reviewed on the frequently asked questions page.

the city of roseville defines “accredited college or university” as an institution of higher learning and must be listed on the united states department of education database of accredited post‑secondary institutions and programs website.

credits earned from colleges, universities, and institutions listed as accredited institutions…