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Assistant Associate Planner

Interwest Consulting Group
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/21/2026
Assistant / Associate Planner - San Jose, CA - Hybrid

Interwest Consulting Group was founded in 2002 and has become a leader in providing municipal services to cities and counties throughout the Western United States. We currently have over 400 employees specializing in public works, building and safety, planning, engineering, and real estate acquisition.  In our 20 years, we have attracted the best in our professions and are positioned for continued growth and success.  



We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Assistant / Associate Planner to join our team of professionals.  This position offers great opportunity for dynamic, motivated self-starters to work on a variety of work assignments.  You’ll be a member of our highly respected team of professionals with a full complement of resources to support you and exciting projects to keep you challenged. 

Assistant Planner duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

  • Providing public counter services and plan reviews
  • Processing administrative applications
  • Providing general support to public agency planning departments


Associate Planner duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

  • Processing minor to moderately complex development applications
  • Assist with CEQA compliance for development applications and agency projects
  • Provide general support to public agency planning departments
  • Conduct research and support our advance planning team with preparing zoning code updates and planning studies


We are looking for individuals who:

For any position at Interwest, a positive outlook and commitment to great customer service are mandatory. Experience working in California public agency planning departments is required.

Education:

  • Graduation from a recognized College or University with a bachelor’s degree in planning, landscape architecture, public administration, geography, architecture, civil engineering, environmental sciences, or a closely related field.
  • Assistant planner 1 year experience,
  • Associate planner 3 years' experience.


Salary Range:

Assistant Planner – $69,000-$85,000

Associate Planner – $75,000-$110,000

Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, paid holidays, paid time off, matching 401K Plans, wellness programs and more. SAFEbuilt is committed to Career Progression through paid training and step increases for additional certifications and licenses.

More about Interwest: https://interwestgrp.com/  

Interwest Consulting Group is a municipal consulting firm focused on providing thoughtful, tailored solutions that build thriving communities. Founded in 2002, Interwest provides City Engineering, Building Code Compliance, City Planning, Traffic Engineering, Capital Project Delivery and Real Estate Acquisition throughout CA and NV.  Interwest joined the SAFEbuilt family in 2020.



More About SAFEbuilt: http://safebuilt.com/ 

SAFEbuilt has the technical expertise to provide Community Development services, but the reason for our success is our people. Over 1600 experts make up our team from across the country, with experience in a full range of services and skills. Each Team member values integrity, improvement, service, teamwork, and respect. These Core Values are the foundation of positive relationships among coworkers, our clients, residents, and anyone invested in the continued success of their community.

Our employees are our greatest asset, with exceptionally certified individuals in all departments, including Planning & Zoning, Code Enforcement, Fire Prevention, and Engineering, as well as full-service and supplemental Building Department services. SAFEbuilt invests in developing our employees, exploring innovative technology, and giving back to our communities.

In partnership with over 1200 communities, our talented experts make a difference in the cities and towns where we live and work. Through quality people and consistent service, SAFEbuilt plays an important role in continually improving lives by developing safe, thriving communities.

SAFEbuilt is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor. 

  

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at jobs@safebuilt.com or you may call us directly on 970-292-2200.  

Salary : $69,000 - $85,000

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