Senior Planner — Hybrid CA Role in Land Use & Development

4LEAF, Inc.; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

4LEAF, Inc. is seeking a Senior Planner to work within the professional planning series in San Benito County, CA. The role involves professional planning duties and judgments on land use issues of minimal to moderate complexity.

The Senior Planner will research, analyze and prepare reports, make oral and written presentations, and perform related planning duties as assigned, coordinating with city staff and clients.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of staff experience in municipal planning or community development
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in urban planning or a closely related field preferred
• Valid California driver's license or ability to obtain one
• Knowledge of land use codes, regulations, and public process

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review land use entitlement applications for a California Public Agency
• Evaluate complex land development proposals including General Plan amendments and rezonings
• Review Development Agreements and Maintenance Improvement Districts
• Formulate staff recommendations and conditions
• Coordinate with Planning Commission and City Council
• Prepare maps, exhibits, and presentations for hearings
• Liaise with internal/external committees and staff
• Interpret City codes and zoning regulations and provide policy recommendations

Skills

Land use principles

Planning & development design

Accela permit software

Bluebeam

Construction processes

MS Office / GIS

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in urban planning or related field

Job description

4LEAF, Inc. is seeking a Senior Planner to work within the professional planning series in San Benito County, CA. The role involves professional planning duties and judgments on land use issues of minimal to moderate complexity.

The Senior Planner will research, analyze and prepare reports, make oral and written presentations, and perform related planning duties as assigned, coordinating with city staff and clients.