Introduction
Placer County is comprised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County's jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play, and learn! For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov.
POSITION INFORMATION
This classification received a general wage increase of 4.5% effective in July 2022 and is scheduled to receive subsequent general wage increases of 4.5% in July 2023 and 4.0% in July 2024.
This recruitment will remain open until filled with an initial application screening deadline of Friday, November 4th for immediate consideration. Applications received after this date will be screened on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
BENEFITS
Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. Click here to view Management benefits.
For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer please visit Placer County's Human Resources website.
DEFINITION
(Unclassified)
To
manage and direct the the daily operations of the Planning Services Division under the
general direction of the Community Development Resource Agency
Director; to oversee and
coordinate internal management of the division; to coordinate assigned
activities with other departments and outside agencies; to manage a major division
of the Agency and to provide highly complex staff assistance to the Community
Development Resource Agency Director, including serving as the County Planning
Director.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a single position classification with full responsibility for the administration and management of the Planning Services Division of the Community Development Resource Agency as well as the responsibility and authority to perform all functions described by the California Government Code. In addition, the incumbent performs general administrative and management tasks for the Community Development Resource Agency Director as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives administrative direction from the Community Development Resource Agency Director.
Exercises direct supervision over management, supervisory, professional, technical and clerical personnel.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Manage and direct the Planning Services Division and serve as the County Planning Director in compliance with California Government Code.
- Assist in developing division goals and objectives; and assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
- Plan, organize, direct, and review the activities and operations of the Planning Services Division, including supervision of current and advanced planning, housing and economic development programs.
- Provide staff support and make recommendations to the Planning Commission; act as Zoning Administrator, assign designee, to exercise independent judgment relative to various land use entitlement applications.
- Serve as staff planner for large and/or unusually complex project applications; and prepare major policy documents, reports, ordinances, special studies etc. for presentation to the Planning Commission, Board of Supervisors and other public agencies and groups.
- Develop and implement the Planning Services Division’s work plans; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor workflow; and review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
- Prepare the Planning Services Division budget; assist in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; and administer the approved budget.
- Recommend the appointment of personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; implement disciplinary procedures as requested; and maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the Department.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service; and coordinate Planning Services Division activities and projects with other land development divisions and departments within the County administrative structure.
- Represent the division and Agency to outside agencies and organizations; participate in outside community and professional groups and committees; and provide technical assistance as necessary.
- Research and prepare technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence as necessary.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below.
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:
Experience: Six years of increasingly responsible experience in land use planning and development, including two years of management or supervisory responsibility.
Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban or regional planning or a related field.
Note: Relevant, equivalent experience (performing the same or similar job requiring similar knowledge, skills, and abilities) may be substituted for the required education as determined by the Human Resources Department. Applicants receiving their degree outside the United States must submit proof of accreditation by a recognized evaluation agency.
Required License or Certificate
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver's license. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of land use planning and development.
- Principles and practices of policy development and implementation.
- Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution.
- Principles and practices of business correspondence and report writing.
- Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, rules and regulations.
- Budgeting procedures and techniques.
- Principles and practices of organizational analysis and management.
- Principles and practices of supervision, training and personnel management.
- Modern office procedures and computer equipment; knowledge of planning and related applications.
Ability to:
- Organize, direct and implement comprehensive current and advanced planning, housing, and economic development programs.
- On a continuous basis, analyze budget and technical reports; interpret and evaluate staff reports; know laws, regulations and codes; observe performance and evaluate staff; problem solve division related issues; remember personnel rules; and explain and interpret policy.
- Prepare and administer a budget.
- Supervise, train and evaluate personnel.
- Develop, implement, interpret and explain division policies and procedures.
- Organize, direct, and implement multiple complex planning activities and programs.
- Negotiate contracts and agreements.
- Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
- Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, including the ability to make concise and persuasive public presentations.
- On a continuous basis, sit at desk and in meetings for long periods of time. Intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; visually differentiate between colors on land use maps.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation.
Conclusion
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Jenny Junkins, Administrative Technician, at jjunkins@placer.ca.gov or (530) 886-4661.