DESCRIPTION

To provide information at the public counter and answer phone inquiries; To perform technical level work in the support of current or advanced planning professionals; and to assist in processing and filing of current planning cases and provide general staff assistance to higher level planning personnel.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from higher level professional staff.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

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

• To provide information, approve ministerial applications and other plans at the Planning Division public counter; and provide information over the phone and via email.
• Approve minor discretionary applications and drafting correspondence related to zoning verification requests and other similar requests.
• Assists in processing and filing of current planning cases by checking for completeness of applicant submittal documents and notifying applicant when additional information is required.
• Complete follow-up on planning case review by identifying appropriate agencies needed for technical review and comment, identifying studies that may be required.
• Conduct follow-up field work inspection and review, as assigned.
• Compile data for planning studies and environmental reports, as assigned.
• May transport planning or other documents to County offices, Planning Commissioners or others, as required.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING / LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE

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

• Equivalent to an Associate's degree in urban planning or related field.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Research and investigation procedures.
Computer software; including word processing, spreadsheets and presentations.
Demonstrate tact and diplomacy with the public.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

The City of Palmdale is noted for its highly skilled work force with a large concentration of aerospace firms located at Air Force Plant 42 and nearby Edwards Air Force Base. Its family oriented and culturally enhancing venues such as the Palmdale Playhouse, DryTown Water Park and Starlight Amphitheater make Palmdale "a place to call home."

The city is located approximately one hour north of Los Angeles off the Antelope Valley Freeway (14). Palmdale encompasses about 104 square miles and has a population of approximately 153,000. The City is served by several school districts and has a growing retail and commercial base. For more information visit www.cityofpalmdale.org.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

APPLICATION MATERIALS must be submitted by the closing date listed in the job bulletin. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of an official online application.

RESIDENCE within the City is not required.

AN ELIGIBILITY LIST of the most qualified applicants will be compiled based on the results of the selection process. The list will remain in place for a period to be determined by Human Resources.

AT WILL EMPLOYMENT: Unbenefited part-time employees are hired with "at will" status.

BENEFITS listed here apply to unbenefited part-time employees, unless so described.

RETIREMENT: Unbenefited part-time employees are covered under the Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS).

WELLNESS PROGRAM: The program includes gym membership discounts, healthy eating programs, exercise classes, StairWell Program & other programs.

DIRECT DEPOSIT: Direct Deposit is mandatory for all new employees.

CREDIT UNION: F&A Federal Credit Union & Logix Federal Credit Union (formerly Lockheed) are available options.

OVERTIME COMPENSATION: Compensatory time is accrued at time-and-a-half for eligible employees for time physically worked in excess of the regular forty (40) hour work week.

MILEAGE PAY: Any employee may be reimbursed for work related mileage at 54 cents per mile when assigned to use their private vehicle on City business.

SOCIAL SECURITY: The City does not participate in Social Security, and does not deduct Social Security payments from any employee's salary. The City does deduct 1.45% of salary for Medicare & makes a 1.45% matching contribution.

• Benefits can change at any time.