Planning Manager: Lead Development & Downtown Revitalization

American Planning Association; California; On-site; USD 125,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Madera, California, is seeking an innovative Planning Manager to lead a team of planning professionals, oversee development activities through entitlement, and guide major projects including downtown revitalization and the Transit Station Specific Plan.

The candidate will shape a pro-development, collaborative community, with opportunities to influence growth and improve service delivery. Requires planning experience and California regulations knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in city/regional planning or related field.
• At least 3 years of Senior Planner–level experience in city or county government.
• Knowledge of California planning regulations.
• AICP certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a planning team.
• Oversee development activities and entitlement processes.
• Implement improvements to efficiency and customer service.
• Advance major residential, commercial, industrial and mixed-use developments.
• Support downtown revitalization and the Madera Transit Station Specific Plan.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentorship

Entitlements knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in city/regional planning or related field

Job description

City of Madera, California, is seeking an innovative Planning Manager to lead a team of planning professionals, oversee development activities through entitlement, and guide major projects including downtown revitalization and the Transit Station Specific Plan.

The candidate will shape a pro-development, collaborative community, with opportunities to influence growth and improve service delivery. Requires planning experience and California regulations knowledge.