Lead Planner, Community Development — Hybrid/Remote

City of Burlingame; Burlingame (CA); Hybrid; USD 176,000 - 214,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Burlingame, a thriving suburban city on the San Francisco Peninsula, seeks an experienced planning professional to serve as ACDD, lead the Planning Division, and collaborate on cross‑organizational projects. This hands-on manager will oversee current and advanced planning, and serve as staff liaison to the Planning Commission.

The ideal candidate will bring seven years of municipal planning experience, including three in a supervisory role, and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field,

Qualifications

• Seven years of municipal planning experience, including three years in a supervisory role.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Telework/remote work flexibility up to 50% as part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee current and advanced planning within the Planning Division.
• Serve as staff liaison to the Planning Commission.
• Lead cross-organizational projects and complex initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Public sector experience

Urban planning knowledge

California planning law

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

City of Burlingame, a thriving suburban city on the San Francisco Peninsula, seeks an experienced planning professional to serve as ACDD, lead the Planning Division, and collaborate on cross‑organizational projects. This hands-on manager will oversee current and advanced planning, and serve as staff liaison to the Planning Commission.

The ideal candidate will bring seven years of municipal planning experience, including three in a supervisory role, and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field,