What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Planner position at City of Huntington Park?
The Position
Under general supervision of the Planning Manager, this entry level professional position is responsible for
performing and supervising difficult professional work in current and advance planning, redevelopment, Housing
and Community Development Programs, code enforcement, and performs related duties as required.
Examples of Duties
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed
duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to
address business needs and changing business practices.
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned
within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.
Knowledge Of
Education/Training
experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, in Urban and Regional Planning, Public Administration, Urban, Environmental Studies, Geography, Engineering, Architecture or other closely related field.
Experience
Two (2) years of progressively responsible municipal, current and advance planning experience as a consultant or municipal employee.
License Or Certificate
A valid California Class C Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.
Physical Requirements
Must meet approved physical and pre-placement medical standards for the position.
Application And Filing Information
Applications must be filed online only.
Apply online by clicking on the "APPLY" button for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements.
Provide all relevant knowledge, training, and experience in the Supplemental Questionnaire section to assist in evaluating your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed.
If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
For more information, click here.
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EDUCATION VERIFICATION: If your qualifications include a Bachelor's or Master's degree, a legible copy of your diploma or transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable) from an accredited college or university must be attached to your application at the time of filing. Please check the box to indicate you have read and understand the instructions.
Do you have a valid California Class C Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record?
Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Public Administration, Urban Environmental Studies, Geography, Engineering, Architecture, or other closely related field from an accredited college or university?
How many years do you have experience in advance planning as a consultant or municipal employee?
How proficient are you in reading architecture plans i.e. site plan, floor plans, elevations and identifying inefficiencies?
07
What experience do you have in reviewing plans for accessory dwelling units (ADU)?
08
Describe your public counter experience addressing planning related inquiries by the general public, residents and developers?
09
Describe your experience in drafting staff reports and resolutions for management review and Planning Commission consideration?
10
Have you ever presented to a Planning Commission, City Council, or similar public body? Describe your experience preparing for and participating in public hearings or community meetings what program or tool(s) did you use in the presentation(s).
11
The City of Huntington Park is a densely developed urban community. How would you approach planning challenges in built-out environments with limited vacant land?
12
Please describe your experience with CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act) and how it has influenced your planning work. Include any specific types of environmental documents you’ve prepared or reviewed and referenced in presentations?
13
Explain how you balance the needs of developers, residents, and code and city policies when reviewing a planning project. Provide an example, if possible.
14
Which planning software or GIS tools are you proficient in, and how have you used them in previous roles?
15
Do you have experience interpreting or drafting zoning ordinances or municipal codes? If so, please explain.
16
What strategies do you use to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced planning department?
17
The City of Huntington Park is a culturally diverse community. How have you addressed diversity and equity considerations in your planning work or community engagement?
18
What are your future goals in the Planning Profession, where do you see yourself in 3 years?
19
Are you bilingual or multilingual? If yes, please indicate which languages you speak and your level of proficiency. (Optional)
Under general supervision of the Planning Manager, this entry level professional position is responsible for
performing and supervising difficult professional work in current and advance planning, redevelopment, Housing
and Community Development Programs, code enforcement, and performs related duties as required.
Examples of Duties
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed
duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to
address business needs and changing business practices.
- Attend Planning commission and other public meetings as required;
- Prepares and processes zoning ordinance revisions, environmental impact documents, zoning
- changes and zoning variances, conditional use permits, and other land use entitlements;
- Administer land use regulations;
- Assist in administering housing rehabilitation and neighborhood enhancement programs;
- Reviews new or proposed construction to assume conformation to codes, guidelines and other
- requirements;
- Prepares and processes general plan amendments;
- Conducts field studies;
- Prepare maps and graphics;
- Prepare reports and recommendations;
- Implement California Environmental Quality Act (C.E.Q.A.) requirements;
- Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient
- manner;
- Performs other related duties as assigned or as situation requires;
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned
within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.
Knowledge Of
- Principles, practices, techniques, and trends of land used planning;
- Laws and ordinances as related to city planning;
- Zoning and legal descriptions;
- Statistical, research methods and data sources;
- Possess skills to word process general correspondence, spread sheets, and reports using a
- personal computer and software application;
- Interpret, explain, and enforce zoning regulations;
- Research and investigate planning issues;
- Prepare and interpret maps, graphs, diagrams, and legal descriptions;
- Prepare and process environmental documents;
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
- Establish and maintain effective and cooperative community relationships;
- Establish and maintain smooth and effective working relationships;
- Handle confidential information with discretion;
- Effectively handle irate customers;
- Work overtime as requested;
- Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment;
- Establish smooth working relationships and resolve interpersonal conflicts;
- Develop necessary skills from on-the job training and meet or exceed the standards of
- performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period;
Education/Training
experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, in Urban and Regional Planning, Public Administration, Urban, Environmental Studies, Geography, Engineering, Architecture or other closely related field.
Experience
Two (2) years of progressively responsible municipal, current and advance planning experience as a consultant or municipal employee.
License Or Certificate
A valid California Class C Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.
Physical Requirements
Must meet approved physical and pre-placement medical standards for the position.
Application And Filing Information
Applications must be filed online only.
Apply online by clicking on the "APPLY" button for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements.
Provide all relevant knowledge, training, and experience in the Supplemental Questionnaire section to assist in evaluating your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed.
If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
For more information, click here.
01
EDUCATION VERIFICATION: If your qualifications include a Bachelor's or Master's degree, a legible copy of your diploma or transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable) from an accredited college or university must be attached to your application at the time of filing. Please check the box to indicate you have read and understand the instructions.
- Yes
Do you have a valid California Class C Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record?
- No
- Yes
Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Public Administration, Urban Environmental Studies, Geography, Engineering, Architecture, or other closely related field from an accredited college or university?
- No
- Yes, Bachelor's Degree
- Yes, Master's Degree
How many years do you have experience in advance planning as a consultant or municipal employee?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- Less than 2 years
- More than 2 but less than 3
- More than 3 years
- Describe your experience with reviewing planning applications (e.g., conditional use permits, variances, ttm/tpm, site plan reviews). What role did you play in the review process, and how did you ensure compliance with local codes and regulations?
How proficient are you in reading architecture plans i.e. site plan, floor plans, elevations and identifying inefficiencies?
07
What experience do you have in reviewing plans for accessory dwelling units (ADU)?
08
Describe your public counter experience addressing planning related inquiries by the general public, residents and developers?
09
Describe your experience in drafting staff reports and resolutions for management review and Planning Commission consideration?
10
Have you ever presented to a Planning Commission, City Council, or similar public body? Describe your experience preparing for and participating in public hearings or community meetings what program or tool(s) did you use in the presentation(s).
11
The City of Huntington Park is a densely developed urban community. How would you approach planning challenges in built-out environments with limited vacant land?
12
Please describe your experience with CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act) and how it has influenced your planning work. Include any specific types of environmental documents you’ve prepared or reviewed and referenced in presentations?
13
Explain how you balance the needs of developers, residents, and code and city policies when reviewing a planning project. Provide an example, if possible.
14
Which planning software or GIS tools are you proficient in, and how have you used them in previous roles?
15
Do you have experience interpreting or drafting zoning ordinances or municipal codes? If so, please explain.
16
What strategies do you use to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced planning department?
17
The City of Huntington Park is a culturally diverse community. How have you addressed diversity and equity considerations in your planning work or community engagement?
18
What are your future goals in the Planning Profession, where do you see yourself in 3 years?
19
Are you bilingual or multilingual? If yes, please indicate which languages you speak and your level of proficiency. (Optional)
- Required Question
