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Have you ever thought about a career in Urban Planning?
Are you interested in improving the built environment and taking a part in making important land use decisions?
Do you enjoy helping the public understand complex rules and regulations?
Do you have interests in building design, land development, and City zoning standards?
Do you have excellent project management and writing skills
Then we may have an exciting opportunity for you!
POSITION DETAILS:
- Regular full-time position
- Salary range $35.83 to $45.86 hourly with an Excellent Benefits Package
- 9/80 work schedule with alternating Monday or Friday off
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education/Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in planning, geography, public administration, environmental science or a related field.
Experience: One year of planning experience is desirable.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
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Ideal Candidate
The Ideal Candidate Will Possess The Following Attributes:
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work on different projects with competing deadlines.
- Strong work ethic and be self-motivated.
- Ability to conduct public counter operations and provide code interpretations.
- Excellent writing skills, a highly articulate oral communicative style, and the ability to clearly explain complex issues to a wide variety of constituents.
- Ability to produce professional quality comprehensive staff reports and related documents.
- Ability to function in a fast-paced municipal environment.
Benefits
We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Most medical plans, including family coverage, are fully paid for as outlined in the current employee group contract. Additionally, we provide a full calendar of employee appreciation events and activities, along with many other valuable benefits, including:
Retirement/Pension:
- 2% @ 55 CalPERS formula for Classic members (includes Individuals who were active members of a reciprocal public retirement system within the last six months, or were previously employed with the City of Simi Valley and enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013)
- 4th Level Survivor Benefit
- Single-highest year final compensation.
- 2% @ 62 CalPERS formula for New members
- 4th Level Survivor Benefit
- Three-year average highest final compensation.
- The City does not participate in the Social Security system; therefore, there is no FICA deduction from wages except for Medicare hospital insurance protection.
Deferred Compensation
- 401(k) plan with a Roth option
- City match up to $200 per month.
- 457 plan with Roth option
Retirement Health Savings Plan
- City contribution of $200 per month to a healthcare reimbursement program for retiree medical
Health Insurance:
- Medical Premiums are covered at 100% for most plans, even family coverage.
- Coverage available as early as 1st of the month following start date.
- A variety of PPO and HMO plans are available through the CalPERS Health Program.
- The City contributes $158.00 per month and up to $2,269.44 per month in “Simiflex Dollars,” towards the cost of medical.
- “Simiflex Dollars” can be used to offset the cost of medical, dental, and/or vision insurance, or other optional benefits.
Paid Leave:
- Work/Life balance with 5.6 weeks of AL (Annual Leave) per year to start (AL combines vacation and sick time).
- Accruals increase at 5 years and 10 years of service.
- Cash out option available after one year of service.
- 11 paid holidays per year and one floating holiday per year.
Prescription Drug Plan:
- Major retail options and mail order program.
Paid Dental Insurance:
- HMO and PPO Plan available
- City contribution of up to $100 per month
- Dental insurance from Delta Dental costs the employee $0 to $31.10 per month for family coverage depending on the plan chosen.
Vision Insurance:
- City contribution of $19.80 per month
- Vision insurance from VSP costs the employee $2.66 per month for family coverage.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA):
- An FSA account allows employees to set aside pre-tax dollars for out-of-pocket health and dependent care expenses.
- Eliminate paying federal or state taxes with an FSA account.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
- Confidential counseling and referral service to help employees and their household members resolve personal problems.
- Up to 8 free consultations for employees and all members of their household.
Optional Insurance from AFLAC:
- Available plans include accident, cancer, hospital and critical care.
Employee & Dependent Life Insurance Plans:
- $101,000 employee coverage provided at the City's expense.
- $5,000 dependent coverage provided at the City's expense.
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
- Provided at the City's expense
Tuition Reimbursement:
- Up to $1,600 per year.
This information is intended to give an overview of the benefits available to City employees. It is not intended to be a contract (expressed or implied), nor is it intended to otherwise create any legally enforceable obligations on the part of the City, its agents or its employees.
Special Instructions
All offers of employment are contingent on successfully passing a background investigation and may also include a pre-employment physical and/or drug screen.
Ready to apply?
Click apply and attach a current resume! You only need to complete the boxes on the application marked with a star/asterisk (*) and the supplemental questionnaire. The most qualified candidates will be invited to the next steps in our hiring process.
Applications for this recruitment will be reviewed on a rolling basis. First official review after 2 weeks. This posting may close at any time—either upon receiving 50 applications or once the position has been filled.
SELECTION PROCESS:
- Applications will be evaluated based on education, training, and experience as it relates to the position.
- Candidates who possess the best combination of qualifications will be invited by email to the next steps in our process.
- Additional testing, such a written, oral panel interviews, and department-level interviews, may occur.
- Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must submit form DD214 with application.
*ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE CONTINGENT UPON THE FOLLOWING:
- Passing a background investigation.
- Passing a pre-employment physical and/or drug screen, if applicable.
- Providing (3) professional references, including (1) direct supervisor.
- Providing copies of degree(s), training certifications/licenses listed on application/resume
- 5-year Verification of employment
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Division, in writing.
City of Simi Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer Encouraging Workforce Diversity.