Planner III/IV - Current Planning - City of Encinitas : Job Details

Planners assigned to the Land Development (Current Planning) Section within Development Services Department are responsible for a wide variety of duties ranging from counter work to overseeing project planning and management. Planners address current planning issues which involve implementing ordinances, reviewing development proposals, and addressing both local and regional planning issues that impact Encinitas.

The vacancy will be staffed at the Planner III or IV level.Planner III $6,030 - $8,485 monthlyPlanner IV $6,788 - $10,028 monthlyEssential Duties: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

Attending public hearings regarding assigned projects and presenting reports to decision making bodiesPreparing detailed technical reports on development proposalsReviewing development proposals of routine to medium complexityOrganizing and participating in conducting workshops for the Planning Commission, City Council, citizen groups, and other interested partiesConducting final inspections for projectsNegotiating and mediating with applicants, developers, citizens, elected and appointed officials, project consultants, external agencies, and the general public on land use issuesPreparing and delivering agenda reports on development proposals and land use issuesReviewing grading and improvement plansConducting studies, spatial analysis, surveys, and needs assessments for the development of programs to address significant development issuesManaging deposit accounts for discretionary planning applications to ensure accuracy in billing and to maximize cost recoveryRepresenting the department at status meetingsManaging assigned planning projects of greater complexity and community significance or sensitivityDemonstrating ability to address and evaluate medium to complex issues/projectsWorking independently and exercises judgment and initiativeIndependently assisting applicant/public on complex and sensitive mattersPerforms other duties of a similar nature or levelKnowledge of: customer service principles; modern office procedures, methods, and equipment; municipal planning principals; research methods; mathematical concepts; CEQA principals; site planning and architectural design principles; principles and practices of urban planning and development; planning terminology, methods, materials, practices, and techniques; applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, ordinances, codes, rules, and regulations.Skill in: prioritizing work and time; using computers and related software applications; providing customer service; reviewing and interpreting plans and details; managing projects; managing multiple priorities simultaneously; interpreting planning and zoning programs to the general public; performing mathematical calculations; using modern office equipment; reading and interpreting architectural and engineering drawings; reading maps and scales; conducting research; resolving conflict; analyzing and collecting data; creating and giving presentations; speaking in public; preparing reports and documents; preparing initial studies; communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Bachelor's Degree in Planning, andThree years of progressively responsible technical level experience related to area of assignment or an equivalent combination of education and experience.In addition to the above experience, Level IV requirements include:Four years of progressively responsible technical experience related to area of assignment or an equivalent combination of education and experienceOR a minimum of one year with the City of Encinitas performing the Planner III duties.Anapplication with both an attached resume AND cover letter are required byAugust 17, 2025*** Incomplete application packets will not be reviewed ***The City of Encinitas and the San Dieguito Water District provide equal opportunity employment for all persons without regard to race, color, religion/religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, age, physical disability, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, political affiliations, veteran status, Family Leave Act status, AB60 CA Driver's License status or status with pregnancy, child birth or breastfeeding. The City and Water District encourage minorities, disabled persons and women to apply. Qualified applicants who move to the next level of the selection process must notify the Human Resources Office if accommodation is needed. A thorough background check will be conducted for the candidate(s) seriously considered for the position including fingerprinting and reference checking. A contingent job offer may be given pending the results of medical evaluation, which includes a physical, TB test and drug and alcohol screening. Applicants will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.#J-18808-Ljbffr