Assistant/Associate Planner

ABOUT THE POSITION

A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies.

The Riverside County's TLMA Planning Department has multiple opportunities for an Assistant/Associate Planner, that will be located in Riverside.

This position is akin to the Assistant/Associate Planner level with most cities, and will be responsible for performing all aspects of project management, technical analysis, and public presentations primarily related to the current development projects, housing programs, community plans, and other various County ordinances.

Differences between the Assistant and Associate positions are primarily related to the complexity of assigned tasks, and the degree of autonomy afforded in their completion.

The incumbent will participating in implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities of the Planning Department; participating in zoning administration and application to a variety of projects, including providing technical assistance to the public by phone, email and at the public counter; attending meetings of the Planning Commission and/or Board of Supervisors as required; making presentations to the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors as required; coordinating environmental review for assigned projects; establishing good working relationships and working cooperatively with all County departments; and other duties as assigned.

Competitive candidates will possess k nowledge of Land use planning, principles, methods and procedures applicable to land use planning activities; the physical, social, environmental and economic implications of land use planning; local, State and Federal legislation governing land use development and planning activities; ability to work in a team environment; proficient with MS Office programs; strong writing skills; ability to plan, organize and carry out assigned work independently; conduct research, collect and analyze data, generate and evaluate alternatives, reach logical conclusions and formulate consistent recommendations; compose well written and thorough project reports and recommendations; provide oral presentations to community groups and government bodies; work effectively with the general public, community, government board and commissions; interpret and apply laws and regulations pertaining to planning projects and cases.

The level at which the position will be filled is at the Department's discretion and is contingent upon the candidate's experience, qualifications, and educational attainment.

Meet the Team!

The Planning Department is responsible for Riverside County General Plan, a comprehensive long-range plan intended to guide the growth and development of unincorporated areas within the County.

This department formulates growth management plans and zoning for the County.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
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