What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planner - Assistant position at County of San Benito?
Description
Under general supervision, to perform professional planning assignments in the County planning Department; to assist with and perform planning studies, environmental reviews, community design, and general plan preparation; to assist with planning policy formulation and implementation; to perform zoning enforcement; to explain planning ordinances, regulations, and policies to the public; and to do related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the first experienced working level in the professional Planner class series. Incumbents are expected to perform a broad range of planning and zoning enforcement assignments. This class is distinguished from Associate Planner in that Associate Planners are expected to perform more complex, specialized planning work requiring more in-depth knowledge of County planning policies.
REPORTS TO
Assigned supervisory or management staff.
CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED
This is not a supervisory class.
Typical Physical Requirements
Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office environment; occasionally works outside; continuous contact with other staff.
Example of Duties
(The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)
Gathers data and information for planning studies and policy development.
Performs a variety of professional planning work including both current planning and preparation of general plan elements, as assigned.
Assists with and prepares project reports.
Conducts research and performs data analysis.
Processes applications for land use projects, such as special use permits, zoning changes, and site development.
Coordinates application reviews with other County departments, as necessary.
May be assigned to staff support for LAFCO and perform projects related to annexations, consolidations, and district changes.
Performs zoning enforcement work, including the conduct of site inspections to ensure compliance with General Plan and Zoning Codes.
Assists with the preparation and prepares environmental studies.
Assists with public presentations.
Participates in the environmental review of proposed land use projects.
Assists with the revision of planning ordinances and general plan elements.
Interprets use permits in accordance with applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
Performs reviews of site development plans.
Prepares and presents staff reports on items for elected or appointed boards and commissions which hear and act upon public planning issues and matters.
Prepares and assists with preparation of maps, graphs, and information summaries.
May receive and respond to zoning violation complaints.
Answers public inquiries regarding planning issues, permit procedures and requirements, and zoning.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in planning, geography, environmental studies, architecture, political science, communications or a related field,
OR
One year of responsible work experience in performing professional planning work or Two (2) years of experience performing a broad range of professional, analytical, and administrative duties in the areas of general administration, personnel, fiscal, staff development, or program analysis work.
OR
Possession of a Master in Arts Degree from an accredited college or university certified by AICP or AIA with a major in planning, architecture or a closely related field.
Special Requirements
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License.
All County employees can and will be called upon to act as Disaster Workers when needed.
In the event that an employee changes class, or if requirements are changed after initial appointment, employees may be required to submit to a background investigation.
Knowledge Of/Ability To
Knowledge Of
General theory, principles, and practices of land use planning and their application to a variety of planning problems.
Laws, rules, regulations, and policies affecting land use and zoning.
Research methods and statistical analysis.
Environmental impacts of changes in land use.
Graphic illustration and presentation.
Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work, including word processing, database, and spreadsheet software.
Ability To
Perform professional planning studies, environmental reviews, and zoning enforcement.
Read and interpret laws, ordinances, general plan elements, environmental impact statements, and other documents related to community planning and land use.
Collect, compile, and analyze technical, statistical, and other information related to public planning.
Read and interpret maps.
Prepare a variety of planning, environmental, and zoning reports.
Make effective oral and written presentations.
Effectively represent the Planning Department in responding to inquiries, providing assistance, and dealing with public and community organization concerns about planning, land use, and zoning.
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Selection Process
All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) which may include a written practical component to determine placement on the eligible list.
In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.
San Benito County Benefits
Employees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits:
Pay Day: Employees are paid bi-weekly.
Insurance Deductions: The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly, normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly.
Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit.
< 4 years of service = 10 days per year5 to 9 years of service = 15 days per year 10 to 14 years of service = 18 days per year 15 years of service = 20 days per year
Holidays: 13.5 holidays (including 3 floating) for most employees.
Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply.
Health Plan: Comprehensive medical and dental plans available for full-time employees. Employees appointed to a regular position at a time base of 50% or higher are also eligible to participate.
Vision Plan: MES Vision Plan offered which offers exams, frames and lenses on a 12-24-24 basis. The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to FULL-TIME employees only.
Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents. Any regular employee is eligible for up to a total of three (3) hours of counseling sessions within any six (6) month period per County employee. Up to a maximum of six (6) sessions per calendar year are allowed per family
Life Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Two other VOLUNTARY life insurance plans available, including AD&D.
Disability Insurance: General, Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance.
Credit Union: Membership to the Santa Clara Federal Credit Union is available to San Benito County employees.
Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Three 457 plans are available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply.
Retirement: Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees' Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit.
All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS.
New Safety employees are covered by the safety full formula 2.7% at 57. Safety employees contribute 9% of the employee contribution. Safety employees do not participate in Social Security.
Supplemental Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances.
Additionaly, employees can enroll into a pre-tax cafeteria plan and flexible spending accounts including Unreimbursed Medical ($2500) and Dependent Care ($5000).
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Formula Local MISC 2% @ 62 for New PERS Members
Social Security (non-safety)
Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service
Sick Leave 15 Days Annually
Floating Holiday
457 Deferred Compensation
Credit Union
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Group Life Insurance
Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D
Tuition Reimbursement
01
I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed.
Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses.
Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a valid California Driver's License?
Do you obtain a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in planning, geography, environmental studies, architecture, political science, communications or a related field?
Do you possess a Master in Arts Degree from an accredited college or university certified by AICP or AIA with a major in planning, architecture or a closely related field?
How many years do you obtain of responsible work experience in performing professional planning work?
How many years of experience do you obtain performing a broad range of professional, analytical, and administrative duties in the areas of general administration, personnel, fiscal, staff development, or program analysis work?
Under general supervision, to perform professional planning assignments in the County planning Department; to assist with and perform planning studies, environmental reviews, community design, and general plan preparation; to assist with planning policy formulation and implementation; to perform zoning enforcement; to explain planning ordinances, regulations, and policies to the public; and to do related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the first experienced working level in the professional Planner class series. Incumbents are expected to perform a broad range of planning and zoning enforcement assignments. This class is distinguished from Associate Planner in that Associate Planners are expected to perform more complex, specialized planning work requiring more in-depth knowledge of County planning policies.
REPORTS TO
Assigned supervisory or management staff.
CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED
This is not a supervisory class.
Typical Physical Requirements
Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office environment; occasionally works outside; continuous contact with other staff.
Example of Duties
(The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)
Gathers data and information for planning studies and policy development.
Performs a variety of professional planning work including both current planning and preparation of general plan elements, as assigned.
Assists with and prepares project reports.
Conducts research and performs data analysis.
Processes applications for land use projects, such as special use permits, zoning changes, and site development.
Coordinates application reviews with other County departments, as necessary.
May be assigned to staff support for LAFCO and perform projects related to annexations, consolidations, and district changes.
Performs zoning enforcement work, including the conduct of site inspections to ensure compliance with General Plan and Zoning Codes.
Assists with the preparation and prepares environmental studies.
Assists with public presentations.
Participates in the environmental review of proposed land use projects.
Assists with the revision of planning ordinances and general plan elements.
Interprets use permits in accordance with applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
Performs reviews of site development plans.
Prepares and presents staff reports on items for elected or appointed boards and commissions which hear and act upon public planning issues and matters.
Prepares and assists with preparation of maps, graphs, and information summaries.
May receive and respond to zoning violation complaints.
Answers public inquiries regarding planning issues, permit procedures and requirements, and zoning.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in planning, geography, environmental studies, architecture, political science, communications or a related field,
OR
One year of responsible work experience in performing professional planning work or Two (2) years of experience performing a broad range of professional, analytical, and administrative duties in the areas of general administration, personnel, fiscal, staff development, or program analysis work.
OR
Possession of a Master in Arts Degree from an accredited college or university certified by AICP or AIA with a major in planning, architecture or a closely related field.
Special Requirements
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License.
All County employees can and will be called upon to act as Disaster Workers when needed.
In the event that an employee changes class, or if requirements are changed after initial appointment, employees may be required to submit to a background investigation.
Knowledge Of/Ability To
Knowledge Of
General theory, principles, and practices of land use planning and their application to a variety of planning problems.
Laws, rules, regulations, and policies affecting land use and zoning.
Research methods and statistical analysis.
Environmental impacts of changes in land use.
Graphic illustration and presentation.
Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work, including word processing, database, and spreadsheet software.
Ability To
Perform professional planning studies, environmental reviews, and zoning enforcement.
Read and interpret laws, ordinances, general plan elements, environmental impact statements, and other documents related to community planning and land use.
Collect, compile, and analyze technical, statistical, and other information related to public planning.
Read and interpret maps.
Prepare a variety of planning, environmental, and zoning reports.
Make effective oral and written presentations.
Effectively represent the Planning Department in responding to inquiries, providing assistance, and dealing with public and community organization concerns about planning, land use, and zoning.
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Selection Process
All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) which may include a written practical component to determine placement on the eligible list.
In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.
San Benito County Benefits
Employees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits:
Pay Day: Employees are paid bi-weekly.
Insurance Deductions: The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly, normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly.
Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit.
< 4 years of service = 10 days per year
Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply.
Health Plan: Comprehensive medical and dental plans available for full-time employees. Employees appointed to a regular position at a time base of 50% or higher are also eligible to participate.
Vision Plan: MES Vision Plan offered which offers exams, frames and lenses on a 12-24-24 basis. The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to FULL-TIME employees only.
Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents. Any regular employee is eligible for up to a total of three (3) hours of counseling sessions within any six (6) month period per County employee. Up to a maximum of six (6) sessions per calendar year are allowed per family
Life Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Two other VOLUNTARY life insurance plans available, including AD&D.
Disability Insurance: General, Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance.
Credit Union: Membership to the Santa Clara Federal Credit Union is available to San Benito County employees.
Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Three 457 plans are available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply.
Retirement: Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees' Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit.
All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS.
New Safety employees are covered by the safety full formula 2.7% at 57. Safety employees contribute 9% of the employee contribution. Safety employees do not participate in Social Security.
Supplemental Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances.
Additionaly, employees can enroll into a pre-tax cafeteria plan and flexible spending accounts including Unreimbursed Medical ($2500) and Dependent Care ($5000).
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Formula Local MISC 2% @ 62 for New PERS Members
Social Security (non-safety)
Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service
Sick Leave 15 Days Annually
Floating Holiday
457 Deferred Compensation
Credit Union
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Group Life Insurance
Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D
Tuition Reimbursement
01
I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed.
- Yes
Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses.
- Yes
- No
Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a valid California Driver's License?
- Yes
- No
Do you obtain a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in planning, geography, environmental studies, architecture, political science, communications or a related field?
- Yes
- No
Do you possess a Master in Arts Degree from an accredited college or university certified by AICP or AIA with a major in planning, architecture or a closely related field?
- Yes
- No
How many years do you obtain of responsible work experience in performing professional planning work?
- No Experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1-2 years
- 2-3 years
- 3-4 years
- 4 or more years
How many years of experience do you obtain performing a broad range of professional, analytical, and administrative duties in the areas of general administration, personnel, fiscal, staff development, or program analysis work?
- No Experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2-3 years
- 3-4 years
- 4 or more years
- Required Question
Salary : $20,000