Senior Land Use Planner & Project Manager

Mariposa County; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Mariposa County's Planning Department seeks a seasoned planning professional to supervise staff, manage complex land use projects, and ensure CEQA compliance.

The role involves preparing reports, environmental documents, and presenting findings to the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors.

Candidates should have a relevant degree and public-sector experience; a California driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Three years of land use planning experience, including at least one year in a public agency.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with major in planning or related field.
• Possession of a valid California driver's license.
• Additional qualifying experience may substitute for college education.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and assigns planning staff; coordinates with boards and commissions.
• Prepares staff reports and environmental documents and reviews applications.
• Directs agendas for Planning Commission and Advisory Committees.
• Reviews permits for compliance with zoning and CEQA.
• Provides expert interpretation of planning codes and policies.
• Conducts field reviews and prepares environmental review documents.

Skills

Planning experience

Public agency background

Team supervision

GIS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning, architecture, landscape architecture, public administration, environmental studies, or related field

Tools

GIS software

Environmental documentation software

Job description

Mariposa County's Planning Department seeks a seasoned planning professional to supervise staff, manage complex land use projects, and ensure CEQA compliance.

The role involves preparing reports, environmental documents, and presenting findings to the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors.

Candidates should have a relevant degree and public-sector experience; a California driver's license is required.