Planning Division Manager

Peckham & McKenney Inc.; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

City of Fairfield in Fairfield, California, seeks a Planning Division Manager to lead the Planning Division during a period of growth and major development activity. You will guide private development, implement land use policies, and mentor planning staff with a strong technical background.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in planning or related field, with a Master’s preferred and seven+ years in urban planning including supervisory experience. AICP is desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in planning, landscape architecture, public administration, or closely related field required.
• Master's degree in planning or related field highly desired.
• AICP Certification or similar is desirable but not required.
• Seven or more years of professional urban planning experience, including minimum of three years in supervisory/management roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Planning Division staff and teams.
• Guide private development in line with land use policies.
• Advance long-range planning efforts and implement city regulations and plans.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Urban planning experience

Entitlements experience

Leadership/mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning or related field

Master's degree in planning or related field

Job description

Planning Division Manager - City of Fairfield, California

Fairfield, the heart of Solano County, is a diverse and growing community located halfway between San Francisco and Sacramento, with close proximity to Napa and Sonoma. Home to just under 123,000 residents, Fairfield offers a strong quality of life with 24 parks, numerous bike trails, two championship golf courses, and a wide range of opportunities for families, residents, and visitors.

The city is also a thriving business hub with notable international companies such as Jelly Belly, Clorox, Ball Metal, and Meyer Corporation. Fairfield offers a regional shopping center, a large auto mall, and Travis Air Force Base, one of the region’s most significant economic and community assets. Bordered by farms and vineyards, Fairfield combines a strong infrastructure foundation with a business-friendly environment that supports continued growth and investment.

Fairfield’s Community & Economic Development Department is dedicated to implementing the community’s vision through collaborative planning, robust economic development, and safe and resilient construction. The Planning Division is responsible for guiding private development, advancing long-range planning efforts, and implementing the City’s adopted land use policies and regulations. The City of Fairfield is seeking an innovative professional planner with strong technical skills and a proven track record for leading and mentoring teams. This position offers the opportunity to help shape Fairfield during a period of growth, General Plan implementation, housing production, and major development activity.

Competitive candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in planning, landscape architecture, public administration, or a closely related field is required. A Master’s degree in planning or related field is highly desired. AICP Certification or similar certification is desired but not required. Seven or more years of professional experience in urban planning, including a minimum of three years of supervisory or management experience over planning staff and functions. Significant experience with complex entitlement projects, development agreements, infrastructure phasing coordination, or master planned communities is highly desirable.

The Estimated Total Compensation: $199,277 - $235,676* | Base Salary - $147,090 - $178,789, with a competitive benefits package.

*Estimated total compensation includes base salary and the annualized value of employer-paid benefits and contributions, such as deferred compensation, medical/dental/vision insurance, retiree health contributions, and other applicable benefits. Actual compensation and benefit values may vary based on individual benefit elections, coverage levels, and length of service.