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DEFINITION

Under general direction of the Planning Manager, performs planning work of substantial professional difficulty, including work on complex current and long-range planning projects. 

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is the journey level class within the professional planning classification series. Employees at this level may have responsibilities spanning the entire spectrum of the City's planning functions and are assigned more complex planning-related tasks. Employees at this level perform with more independence of direction and judgment on planning-related matters than the Assistant Planner position.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only)

• Management of current planning projects including review of development plans for conformance with the General Plan and Municipal Code (including the Zoning Ordinance); review of site plans and architectural designs for quality; preparation of comprehensive written staff reports on projects, which include a recommended course of action and discussion of required finding; and oral presentations to the Planning Commission and City Council.
• Preparation of amendments and updates to the General Plan and Municipal Code in conformance with State law.
• Preparation of long-range planning documents. 
• Preparation of environmental clearance documents in conformance with the California Environmental Quality Act.
• Preparation of contracts for consulting services, preparation of technical reports in cooperation with consultants, management of consultant’s work for compliance with work program, and review of  invoices for payment.
• Assists in the preparation of agendas, public hearing notices, and scheduling of planning applications for review by different boards and commissions.
• Responds to public inquiries for planning and zoning related information.
• Reviews and approves building permits for conformance with project approvals and the Municipal Code.
• Researches, analyzes, and interprets social, economic, population, and land use data and trends, prepares complex written reports and special studies on various planning matters.
• Coordinates with other governmental jurisdictions, agencies, and citizen groups.

Community

Located nearly halfway between the metropolitan powerhouses of San Francisco and Sacramento, Suisun City is a hidden gem of the Bay Area. Suisun City is accessible from Interstate 80 via Highway 12 and Amtrak’s Capitol Corridor commuter rail stop at the Train Depot, right to the heart of the City’s historic Waterfront District, making it a prime location for job seekers as well as homeowners. The community is a unique destination for a Bay Area day trip, an overnight getaway or even a place to work, particularly with its reverse commute for inner Bay Area residents.  Residents of this mostly bedroom community take great pride in the quality of their neighborhood infrastructure and amenities.

The Position

Under general direction of the City Manager, this position manages and performs all human resource functions at the City including personnel transaction processing and personnel records management, recruitment and selection, classification, compensation, benefits, administration, leave management, labor and employee relations, and risk management activities including worker’s compensation, liability claims, general insurance, and safety and training programs; evaluates, recommends and implements management decisions and practices that directly affect or influence employees.  This position is “at will” and the incumbent is hired and retained at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

The City of Citrus Heights is seeking an advanced journey level professional to provide highly responsible, analytical staff assistance to the Human Resources Division within the Administrative Services Department. The Administrative Services Department serves as an internal customer service provider of integrated services including human resources, finance, information technology and risk management. 

The Position

Under general supervision of the Human Resources Manager, the Senior Management Analyst will provide administration and technical assistance in the development and implementation of City programs, analytical staff assistance, and assist in office management functions. This position will assist in formulating program policy, goals and procedures, as well as manage complex and sensitive projects within the organization. The Senior Management Analyst may develop and contract Request for Proposals and new program elements to meet City goals and objectives. This position will assist in the preparation of the budget, make recommendations and monitor the budget relative to the assigned program area of responsibility, and ensure funds are available for future program area expenditures. The Senior Management Analyst consults with all levels of management staff on difficult, complex issues and performs assignments in the area of City administration, personnel, benefits, recruitment, position classification, salary administration, employee training and safety, labor relations, risk management and workers’ compensation.

This class differs from the Management Analyst I/II in that it handles the more complex, difficult and sensitive analytical assignments, using a high degree of independent judgement and requiring a substantial level of professional judgement, training, and experience, and may supervise subordinate staff.

The Community Development Department of the City of Newark is responsible for current and long range planning, economic development and code enforcement. The Planning Division implements policies and plans that determine where and how the City will grow and how that growth will be balanced with the availability of infrastructure and services.  The Economic Development Division is the City’s liaison with the business community, with responsibility to recruit and retain businesses to better the City’s economic health, the services available to City residents, and the tax base and jobs market. Economic Development and Planning work hand-in-hand to achieve City goals

The Planning and Economic Development internship is designed to offer professional learning opportunities to undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in the urban planning and economic development field. Interns may be assigned to specific projects in the sub-disciplines of economic development, data analytics, planning, development review, zoning, urban design, transportation, housing, sustainability. Interns will gain exposure to the operations of an economic development department in relation to planning and will work on “real life” analyses and projects.

Examples of projects include:

Inventories of retail, office and industrial properties throughout the City. Market and data analysis, and marketing (including use of on-line data subscription resources) to assess:

• Retail demand
• Existing and potential retail tenant mix
• Consumer behavior re transportation modes and shopping destinations
• Opportunities to market to Newark-based employees
• Business conditions (surveys, information/instruction dissemination including on-line marketing)

Information and illustrations for marketing presentations:

• Marketing collateral for business opportunities in Newark
• Enhanced aerial maps illustrating business opportunities
• Data base development and management such as business inventories

The San Mateo County Libraries seeks an experienced, reliable, and self-motivated Library Administrative Assistant I/II.

The successful candidate is an enthusiastic team player who is able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Under general supervision, the incumbent performs varied and complex administrative support tasks in support of the Library's Executive Team.
 
Reporting to the Director of Library Services, the Library Administrative Assistant will need to develop a good working knowledge of library administration policies, and procedures. The individual selected for this position should possess excellent organizational skills, enjoy delivering warm and welcoming customer service both internally and externally, and represent the library in a professional way when interacting with the public, other library staff, city and county executives, and elected officials.

The salary range for Library Administrative Assistant I is $69,264 - $86,570 annually.
The salary range for Library Administrative Assistant II is $78,686 - $98,384 annually.
 
We respect, value, and celebrate diversity, and bilingual skills are always desired.

San Mateo County Libraries
San Mateo County Libraries is a Joint Powers Authority comprised of the cities of Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, San Carlos, Woodside, and the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County, a service area with approximately 279,000 residents, 65% of whom have library cards. For more information about San Mateo County Libraries, please visit www.smcl.org.
 
Proud to consistently be named one of the top-rated libraries in the nation, we are champions of learning, sharing, and exploration of open minds, new ideas, and bright futures. It is our mission and our passion to strengthen our community by creating an inclusive sense of place and an environment for learning. We seek enthusiastic team players, creative risk takers, and flexible individuals who proactively search for new opportunities to make public library services relevant to all members of the community. Successful candidates will be excited about new challenges, eager to learn, and energized by working with people from a variety of backgrounds.

To learn more about San Mateo County Libraries, click here!

Examples of Duties:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Assist in the development and implementation of the Library's administrative goals, priorities, policies, and procedures; ensure established goals and deadlines are achieved. 
• Attend and participate in professional and community meetings involving regular contact with the JPA Governing Board and Operations Committee, business or community organizations, and others to exchange information and explain library policies and procedures.
• Research and respond to inquiries by Library JPA Governing Board and Operations Committee members.
• Research and compile a variety of informational or statistical material from sources both inside and outside the office; summarize such information as necessary.
• Provide information and resolve public complaints which regularly require the use of judgment and the interpretation and application of policies and procedures.
• Organize and attend executive meetings by preparing agendas and required informational materials.
• Create, review, and prepare a variety of documents for the JPA Governing Board and Operations Committee members, including policies, contracts, etc.
• Assist with the development and administration of the department's budget and annual reports; may prepare or maintain statistical, fiscal, or payroll information.
• Provide varied, responsible, and often confidential and administrative assistance to high-level management and other associated supervisory and professional staff.
• Organize and manage administrative files, including the implementation of a document management system and retention policies.
• Record and report meeting proceedings and JPA memos; prepare minutes and distribute information resulting from Governing Board and Operations Committee meetings and ensure compliance with public notice requirements.
• Conduct analytical studies of organizational, budgetary, administrative, or other areas for San Mateo County Libraries.
• Analyze data from multiple sources and present information in easy-to-understand and visually appealing formats.
• Collect and analyze library performance measures.
• Perform related duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:  Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is at least two years of executive assistant experience, including providing complex administrative support to management staff.
 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Basic organizations and function of public agencies, including the role of Joint Powers Authorities, elected officials, governing boards, and appointed committees.
• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, project management, program implementation, and evaluation.
• Techniques for handling demanding situations with diplomacy and tact while working with library staff, government officials, and the public; including maintaining a positive public image under stressful situations.
• Interpret, apply, and explain complex policies and procedures using tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Maintain flexibility in a challenging and changing work environment.
• Establish and maintain effective, professional, and cooperative relationships with co-workers. Provide and promote a high level of public service.
• Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records management techniques.
• Excellent communication skills including strong verbal and written skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytic and research skills.
• Creativity, curiosity, and a sense of humor. 

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION

Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help, or term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
 
Application materials will include a completed County Employment Application form, responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, and a Cover Letter that you will attach to the Application.
 
In your cover letter please describe your interest in the position and why you desire to work for the San Mateo County Libraries.
 
The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application, responses to the supplemental questions, and the required cover letter. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%).  A written examination component may accompany the panel interview process.
 
Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.
 
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.
 
Recruitment Schedule (Tentative)
Final Date to Apply: January 27, 2021
Application Screenings: January 28 and 29, 2021
Civil Service Interviews: February 9 and/or 11, 2021
 
At the County of San Mateo, we take pride in the way our employees bring together their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to serve our community's needs.  

The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Analyst: Chet Overstreet (01142021) - Administrative Assistant I/II - E029/E091

The City of Campbell announces an employment opportunity for:

Community Development Director

Open Date: Monday, January 18, 2021

Close Date: Monday, February 8, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. 

Salary: $14,771.47- $19,319.73 per month DOE

The Position: 

The Community Development Director is a department head level position reporting directly to the City Manager and is responsible for the orderly development of the City; to plan and direct the formulation and administration of the City's General Plan, subdivision and zoning regulations, Building Inspection activities, and Housing and Community Development programs; and to do other work as required. The Director plans, supervises, organizes, and participates in the work involved in planning for the orderly development of the City and administering subdivision and land use regulations; collects data concerning needs of the City for public improvements and zoning of land, and confers with property owners, project developers; analyzes data and information and submits reports and recommendations to the Planning Commission; checks and inspects tentative plans of subdivisions submitted for the approval of the Planning Commission; as necessary, makes field inspections of  subdivisions, advises property owners, sub-dividers, civil engineers, architects, and others concerning conformance of plans to State and local laws and regulations, and to the City General Plan; studies and reviews applications for zone changes, use permits, and variances; develops and proposes policies on land use for presentation to the Planning Commission for decision; prepares reports for rezoning;  cooperates with public and private officials in the administration of the General Plan and of laws and regulations pertaining to planning; administers the City's code enforcement program; administers Building Inspection programs; administers Housing and Community Development programs; secures information and does research work for the City Manager on planning, annexation, and related  subjects; represents the Planning Commission before the City Council and other public meetings;    prepares the annual departmental budget; supports the City’s economic development efforts; and represents the City before the public, public agencies, and community/regional organizations.

The Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will have a background that includes principles and procedures of municipal planning; techniques used in the development of master plans; and Federal, State and local laws and regulations relating to planning, and building inspection; prepare ordinances and formulate land use policies; work cooperatively and effectively with public and private officials, with members of the public and City staff; and prepare clear and comprehensive reports with effective graphic illustrations.

Education and Experience:

This position requires an experience base of a minimum of five years of increasingly  responsible experience in a technical capacity in public planning work. Graduation from an accredited college with a major in planning,  architecture, or a related field is required.  Experience in economic development and a Master's Degree in planning desirable.

The Community: 

The City of Campbell, centrally located in the Santa Clara valley, 50 miles south of San Francisco, and bordered by San Jose, Los Gatos, and Saratoga, was founded in 1846 by Benjamin Campbell. Set in the Silicon Valley, Campbell is a great location for homes, schools and businesses. Its proximity to shopping, special services, and recreational opportunities is ideal for the resident or employee who wants to run a quick errand, take a morning jog down the Los Gatos Creek Trail, or go for a delicious lunch in one of our numerous fine restaurants.

Campbell was officially incorporated as a city in 1952. Campbell has grown from a small agricultural community with a population of approximately 5,000 to a progressive community with a population over 40,000. Although it is part of a major metropolitan area, the City has been able to retain a small town feeling and offer personal attention to its residents. The City has ongoing efforts to strengthen neighborhoods and invest in youth, and the coordination and sharing of information assists in attaining its vision as a safe community. Campbell’s attractions range from historical neighborhoods to high tech companies. In addition to the excitement of being in the center of the high tech world, the area provides easy access to the city life of San Francisco, as well as getaways to Napa wine country, Monterey  peninsula or Sierra mountains.

Campbell is a general law City and has a Council/Manager form of government. Campbell has a stable political environment, seasoned staff, a reputation for good services and support from the community. Five Council members are elected by district and serve a four-year term in office.  The Mayor is elected from among the Council members for a one-year term. City departments include the City Manager’s Office, Police, Public Works, Community Development, Finance, and Recreation and Community Services. 

The Department:

The Campbell Community Development Department manages the growth and development of the City       consistent with the General Plan and adopted land use policies of the Community. The Community               Development Department consists of five divisions, (Planning, Building, Housing, Economic Development, and Code Enforcement) with a fiscal year 2021 budget of $3.2 million. The department has approximately 15 staff members.

The Planning Division’s purpose is to implement a   long-range vision for the City of Campbell that provides for a high quality of life for the community; manages the City’s development review process; and develops and maintains the City’s land use and development ordinances, policies and standards.  

The Building Division is responsible for field inspections, plan check services, graffiti abatement, updating the City’s adopted Building Codes, and to enforce housing and building codes.  The Housing Division is responsible for managing the City’s Below Market Rate Housing Administrator contract, to participate in regional housing conversations, to conduct City sponsored workshops aimed at informing families of affordable housing opportunities, to seek grant opportunities to assist the City’s housing production efforts, and to implement the Housing Element.  The Economic Development Division is responsible for implementing and drafting the City’s Economic Development Plan, to assist the business community, to distribute information necessary to inform business of opportunities and new legislation, and to attract new business.

The Code Enforcement Division is responsible for ensuring the public’s compliance with all provisions within the Campbell Municipal Code. These efforts require a close working relationship between all Divisions of the Department as well as the Campbell Police Department.

Application Process:

This recruitment will close at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, February 8, 2021. To be considered for this outstanding opportunity, please complete a City of Campbell application on www.calopps.org or download a paper application from www.cityofcampbell.com. Completed employment application, cover letter and resume must be  received by the Human Resources Department no later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date.  Following the closing date, application materials will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the interview process. Should you have any questions, please contact:

 City of Campbell

 Human Resources

 70 N. First Street

 Campbell, CA 95008

 408-866-2122

 hr@cityofcampbell.com

Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including employment verification and a complete background investigation. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination.

Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Division upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. The City of Campbell is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the position of Assistant/Associate Planner.

• Please click on the job announcement file below to review the recruitment flyer.

• A complete application is required, including a written supplemental questionnaire.

• Submit your application online via CalOpps by 11:59 pm on Thursday, February 4, 2021 (or until we have received 100 applications).
• Applications will be reviewed continuously as they are received.

Why join the Redwood City team?    

We offer a wide range of meaningful career opportunities with potential for growth, training and development, competitive salaries, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and robust benefits. The Redwood City team is guided by the core values of excellence, integrity, service and creativity.  Inherent in these values is a great organizational culture based on trust, strong and supportive leadership, respect, risk-taking, empowerment, and effective communication. The community is known for its inclusivity, strong engaged neighborhoods, and civic pride. The City works diligently to maintain positive and productive relationships with community partners, together providing outstanding services, programs and opportunities for residents and businesses. This mix of tradition and progress, community and diversity, makes Redwood City an extraordinary place to work and call home. If you’re looking to grow your career as a part of a hard-working and fun team that fosters innovation, creativity and collaboration, we hope you’ll apply.