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SENIOR PLANNER

Salary: $105,624 – $140,856 Annually; Plus Excellent Benefits 
 

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:  Open Until Filled; Applications Will Be Reviewed As Submitted; Apply ASAP
 

APPLICATION PROCESS

 If you are interested in pursuing this exciting career opportunity please attach and submit the following required items with your NEOGOV application:

• A completed City of Gilroy online application including supplemental question responses.
• A cover letter that explains your specific interest in this position with the City of Gilroy.
• A detailed resume that focuses on relevant planning and community development work experience and education.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Gilroy is recruiting to fill the position of Senior Planner in the Community Development Department. The goal of this department is to provide current and long-term community planning services in conformance with the Gilroy General Plan and consistent with city council direction to enhance the design and livability of residential neighborhoods, commercial areas and industrial zones within the city’s urban sphere and promote sustainable development.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the general supervision of the Planning Division Manager, performs high-level professional planning duties using independent judgment in making decisions. The Senior Planner may be assigned the full responsibility for particular projects, or phases of planning work, at all levels of the planning process. They will perform related duties and functions as required; such as project initiation, preparation, analysis, development, stakeholder coordination, environmental review, presentations, implementation, and enforcement, and may act on behalf of the Planning Division Manager or Director of Community Development in their absence. 

In addition, the Senior Planner may mentor junior level staff and supervise technical, professional, and administrative staff, process various planning entitlement permits, lead weekly Technical Advisor Committee/Development group (TAC/DRG) meetings, and provide assistance and support at the public counter.

UPCOMING PROJECTS:

• Implementation of Land Management System
• Development and entitlement processing of the City’s Sports Park facility
• Coordinate applications to LAFCO
• Redevelopment within the Downtown core
• Completion of the Citywide Historic Inventory

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Accept applications, prepare research documents, perform site inspections and prepare staff reports and recommendations for planning applications. Review and sign off construction plans for land development projects.
• Review and sign off business licenses, home occupation permits, sign permits, demolition permits, and temporary use permits.
• Facilitate the preparation of environmental documents and direct consultants in preparing environmental impact reports.
• Supervise technical, administrative, and professional staff.
• Negotiate and facilitate the preparation of development agreements, reimbursement agreements, economic incentives, and other related agreements as necessary.
• Meet with and advise developers and the general public concerning the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, development policies, codes, and other planning related policies.
• Prepare maps, charts and other graphic materials for staff reports, public meetings, displays and other reference materials.
• May facilitate zoning code enforcement work, including investigation of citizen complaints, field checks, issuance of correction notices and citations, and court appearances.
• Present staff reports at Planning Commission, City Council, and special study sessions as needed.
• Participate in and facilitate training programs and other related work as required.
• Prepare City procedures, policies, and ordinances.
• Represent the City on, or serve as staff to, various City, County, and regional committees and task forces.
• Participate in Emergency Operation Center (EOC) and exercises and training.
• Interpret codes and procedures in unusual situations without supervision, and issue minor permit approvals as a representative of the Planning Division Manager.
• Manage the Planning Division in the absence of the Planning Division Manager.
• Oversee the advance planning function of the department.
• Prepare, sign, administer and supervise consultant contracts.
• Perform related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

 Any combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• A Bachelor’s degree in planning, public or business administration, landscape architecture, economics, or a related field.  A Master’s Degree is preferred but not required.
• Work experience equivalent to three years as a Planner II with the City of Gilroy, or five years with another agency.  Transportation planning experience is desirable.

Additional Requirements:

• Possess and maintain a valid California Driver License and a safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicle (s).
• Pass a post-offer medical examination, which includes a drug test.
• Pass a background check and Department of Justice criminal record check for employment.
• Prefer non-tobacco user.

DEFINITION:

Under the general supervision of the Community Development Director, plan, organize and coordinate a greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction and environmental sustainability program, establish and implement an action plan for City operations and the community-at-large, and implement the City’s Solid Waste Program, including public education and outreach tasks and other action items related to increasing landfill diversion rates.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Coordinate sustainability activities among departments, external agencies, and community organizations and Citywide, including GHG emissions reduction, energy efficiency, solid waste reduction and resources management, renewable energy, alternative transportation options and technologies, water conservation, and water and air quality management.
• Serve as the staff liaison and support the Environmental Commission.
• Serve as a technical resource on sustainability initiatives.
• Work with City departments to establish sustainable practices applicable to their respective functions.
• Update the City’s Climate Action Plan by facilitating a GHG inventory update, establishing emissions reduction targets consistent with State guidelines, and developing strategies, goals, quantitative actions and qualitative supporting measures.
• Keep City current on Federal, State, and local legislation affecting sustainability programs and projects, and analyze implications of new regulations and requirements.
• Assist the Building Division with the Green Halo Program to ensure compliance with the Construction & Demolition (C&D) Ordinance requirements.
• Develop, plan, and implement tasks for the Solid Waste Program and other City programs to maintain compliance with the Federal, State, and local regulations. Implementation of tasks includes, but is not limited to, field work, public education and outreach to businesses and residents, collaborating and coordinating with consultants, etc.
• Revise the Los Altos Municipal Code to meet current regulations and requirements in the various programs.  
• Prepare staff reports for commissions and City Council.
• Maintain and monitor a sustainability audit/inventory to measure baseline levels of the City’s energy and water consumption and GHG emissions.
• Develop and maintain a city-wide sustainability plan including strategies, policies, and programs which will assist in the plan’s implementation.
• Evaluate proposed sustainability measures to prioritize investment through life cycle costing, cost/benefit analysis, or another matrix prior to implementation.
• Develop and implement mechanisms to track progress in achieving environmentally sustainable goals and objectives.
• Develop an urban forest plan and coordinate and monitor the City’s tree inventory. Encourage the use of environmentally friendly landscaping practices including native plant landscaping, composting and organic fertilizers, and sustainable landscaping materials.
• Assist in LEED certification processes and contribute recommendations for retrofitting existing buildings in order to promote energy conservation and to reduce GHGs.
• Develop, plan and coordinate a program; conduct budget analysis; prepare public information materials; conduct cost benefit analysis; use computer and specialized software.
• Write grant applications.
• Act as a City representative on sustainability topics to private organizations and other government agencies.
• Make presentations to Council, the Environmental Commission, other City departments, and applicable outside organizations.
• Prepare and present public information materials.
• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, correspondence and presentations for a variety of environmental programs and initiatives, including sustainability, recycling, waste management, environmental compliance and protection, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Procedures for planning and coordinating programs; principles and practices of public administration; applicable laws and ordinances; Federal, State, and local environmental laws and regulations; sustainable development programs; environmental education, technical research, and report/grant writing abilities; working knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes; working knowledge of the use and application of modern information and telecommunications systems and technologies.

ABILITY TO:

Develop, plan and coordinate a program; prepare public information materials; conduct cost benefit analyses; use computer and specialized software; work effectively with the Community Development Director, Engineering Services Director, the City Manager, City Council and Environmental Commission; communicate clearly, concisely and persuasively both orally and in writing; utilize modern information and communication technologies.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Three years of progressively responsible experience in related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering, economics, planning or closely related program.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to employment, a Class C California Driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.
• Experience coordinating programs in a public sector environment is desired.

IDEAL CANDIDATE POSSESSES THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS: Is highly professional, patient, respectful, and ethical; possesses excellent problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude. Communicates effectively and proactively both verbally and in writing. Enjoys working in a small-town atmosphere with an engaged public, including merchants, property owners and residents.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/GENERAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone.  This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas and walking on uneven terrain and climbing to reach certain access points may be required.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.  Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
The recruitment will remain open until the position is filled. Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including a livescan 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.

This position is open until filled with a first review date of November 4, 2019

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Los Altos is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment based on a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Los Altos upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.  

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Management Analyst I/II*

Management Analyst I Annual Pay Range: $81,630 - $101,923

Management Analyst II Annual Pay Range: $89,981 - $112,375

plus full benefits including CalPERS Pension

* The District determines hiring level depending on qualifications

Are you a bright, curious, motivated, and skilled professional who values the preservation of open space and the ecosystem functions that the region’s open space lands provide? Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is seeking a Management Analyst I/II for the District’s Natural Resources Department who will work on the District’s Climate Resiliency and Solutions Program through the inventory of the District’s operational carbon footprint and assessment of the carbon sequestration potential of the open space preserve habitats.  Additionally, this position will perform day-to-day professional, analytical and technical work in support of the Department’s programs and services. For more information, see the Job Description on the District’s website. 

About the District: The District manages a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountain region comprised of nearly 65,000 acres of land in 26 open space preserves, protected for public enjoyment and recreation. The District is a growing organization with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes an impact.  This is an exciting time to be part of the District’s team!  If you are looking for a challenging opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space preservation and recreation, we invite you to apply for this position. To learn more about the District, visit our website, OpenSpace.org, and view our “Working for Midpen” video on our Jobs page.

About the Position:  We are looking for an organized, self-motivated, and independent worker with excellent verbal and written communication skills who is detail-oriented, yet can see the broader perspective, and is able to meet deadlines while managing multiple competing priorities.  The Management Analyst I/II will work on the District’s Climate Resiliency and Solutions Program to develop strategies to reduce the carbon emissions of the District’s operations through implementation of the Climate Action Plan.  This position will analyze and develop strategies to increase the resiliency of District lands to the impacts of climate change and develop habitat restoration and management actions to increase the carbon sequestration of target habitats.  Additionally, this position will provide day-to-day administrative, budgetary, and work-flow support to departmental projects and programs; analyze programmatic practices and procedures and makes recommendations for organizational, operational, policy, and procedural improvements. 

Work Environment:  This position will primarily work in the Natural Resources Department at the District’s office in Los Altos, California in a sedentary, office setting, using standard office equipment.  This position will often work in the field, and hike steep terrain and wildland areas with poison oak and wildlife. Fieldwork will require driving in remote areas on dirt roads, working in temperatures ranging from cold and blustery to hot and dry.  Ideal candidates will be comfortable working in these types of field conditions, as well as in an office environment.

Education and Experience:  Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: 

Management Analyst I:  Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, and/or biological or physical sciences or related fields, and one (1) year of responsible analytical experience.

Management Analyst II:  Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, and/or biological or physical sciences or related fields, and three (3) years of professional analytical experience, or two (2) years of experience equivalent to Management Analyst I at the District.

Licenses & Certifications Required:   Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Benefits:   The Open Space District provides an excellent benefits package including health, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Please see the Benefits page of the District website for details.

How to Apply:  Apply online at CalOpps.org.  Application Deadline: Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.

The following four (4) application items are required and constitute a complete application:

1. A fully completed CalOpps employment application
2. Cover Letter
3. Resume
4. Supplemental question responses

Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position. Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for interviews.

Recruitment Timeline: We recommend applicants be available on the following dates for panel interviews (we are unable to accommodate vacation schedules):

First Interview at our office in Los Altos: Either Thursday, November 14 or Friday, November 15, 2019.

Final Interview/Written Exercise at our office in Los Altos: Either Thursday, December 5 or Friday, December 6, 2019.

Estimated Start Date: January 2020

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation

by contacting the Human Resources department at (650) 691-1200.

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The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.  The position is open until filled.  If you are interested in this position apply as soon as possible.  This position could close at any time.  For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.