Senior Planning Team Lead - Urban Growth & Policy

City of Santa Monica; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Santa Monica is seeking a Planning Division leader to oversee daily planning activities, supervise staff, and coordinate major development and policy projects. The role requires guiding review of zoning, General Plan, Local Coastal Plan, and CEQA processes, with a focus on delivering timely staff reports and recommendations.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s in urban planning or related field, with four years of municipal planning experience and supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Landscape Architecture, or closely related field.
• Four years of municipal planning experience; at least two years supervising or coordinating staff.
• Master's degree and AICP certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily activities of the Planning Division.
• Supervise clerical and professional staff; coordinate workload and performance.
• Prepare and manage division budget; track revenues and expenditures.
• Coordinate staff reports for Planning Commission or City Council review.
• Make presentations to City Council, Boards and Commissions.
• Coordinate policy development for zoning, General Plan, and CEQA.

Skills

Project management

Staff supervision

Customer service

Communication

Policy analysis

Research

Education

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or related field

Master's degree desirable

AICP certification desirable

Job description

The City of Santa Monica is seeking a Planning Division leader to oversee daily planning activities, supervise staff, and coordinate major development and policy projects. The role requires guiding review of zoning, General Plan, Local Coastal Plan, and CEQA processes, with a focus on delivering timely staff reports and recommendations.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s in urban planning or related field, with four years of municipal planning experience and supervisory responsibilities.