Assistant Planner: Learn & Impact California Communities

Interwest Consulting Group; California (MO); On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Matching 401K Plans

Wellness programs

Career Progression through paid training

Job summary

Interwest Consulting Group is seeking an Assistant Planner in California, providing hands-on experience supporting local governments with planning projects. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and 1-3 years of planning experience. Responsibilities include assisting planning departments and reviewing site plans. The position offers a salary range of $30.00 – $45.00 per hour and benefits including health, dental, and 401K matching.

Qualifications

• Experience working in California public agency planning departments is required.
• Commitment to great customer service is mandatory.
• Proficiency in a second language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist city and county planning departments with current and long-range planning tasks.
• Review site plans, zoning requests, and administrative applications.
• Conduct research for comprehensive plan and code updates.

Skills

Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills

Curiosity and initiative

Team-oriented mindset

Proficiency in a second language

Education

Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, architecture, geography, or a related field

1–3 years of experience in public or private sector planning

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Suite

GIS or electronic permitting

Job description

Interwest Consulting Group is seeking an Assistant Planner in California, providing hands-on experience supporting local governments with planning projects. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and 1-3 years of planning experience. Responsibilities include assisting planning departments and reviewing site plans. The position offers a salary range of $30.00 – $45.00 per hour and benefits including health, dental, and 401K matching.