Job Details
Associate Planner
2025-05-26 City of Laguna Beach San Francisco,CA
Description:
Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on April 30, 2025.
Examples of Duties
The normal duties for this position can be found in the job description for They are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:
Education: Education equivalent to completion of a four-year degree from an accredited university or college with major course work in planning, geography, public administration, business management or a closely related field.
Experience: Four to five years of increasingly responsible experience in urban planning in either current or comprehensive planning.
Supplemental Information
This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may be used to fill vacancies in the same or lower classifications.
Application/Selection Process: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on April 30, 2025. Applications will be screened carefully, and selected applicants will be invited to participate in the Structured Panel Interview. The appointing hiring authority will further review the job-related qualifications of those deemed eligible for hire before making selection decisions. The selection process may be modified based on the needs of the City.
Pre-Placement Process: The selected candidate must successfully complete the pre-placement process, which includes a fingerprint check through the California Department of Justice, a comprehensive background check (including verification of education and employment), and reference checks.
Why work for Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach is a beautiful coastal city located in Orange County, California, with a vibrant art scene and cultural events. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including City paid health insurance for employees, alternative work schedules, wellness programs and more! The City has a strong commitment to its employees, providing opportunities for professional growth and development through training and education programs.
for the link to the MOUs.
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I understand and acknowledge that I must thoroughly complete the application and supplemental questions, honestly, truthfully, and to the best of my ability. Qualifications for inclusion in the selection process will be based on a review of the application and supplemental questionnaire responses, not a resume or CV. Resumes in lieu of completed supplemental questionnaire responses will not be accepted. Incomplete responses or "see resume," "see application" responses will be grounds for disqualification.
02
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
03
Please indicate the degrees and certificates you possess, along with your area of study. If you do not possess any degrees, please enter "NA."
04
How many years of experience in current or advanced PLANNING do you possess? If you have experience in this area, you must ensure it is thoroughly provided in your application.
05
How many years of experience in reviewing PLAN CHECKS do you possess? If you have experience in this area, you must ensure it is thoroughly provided in your application.
06
How many years of experience in ZONING do you possess? If you have experience in this area, you must ensure it is thoroughly provided in your application.
07
How many years of experience do you have with the California Environmental Quality Act? If you have experience in this area, you must ensure it is thoroughly provided in your application.
08
How many years of customer service experience do you have? If you have experience in this area, you must ensure it is thoroughly provided in your application.
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Salary : $88,104.00 - $123,996.00 Annually
Location : CA 92651, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202500976
Department: Community Development
Division: Planning
Opening Date: 04/09/2025
Description
The City of Laguna Beach is excited to announce that we are accepting applications for Associate Planner in the Community Development Department. We currently have one (1) vacancy we are looking to fill immediately. We are looking for an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and customer service-oriented professional to join our team. The Associate Planner will be responsible for complex plans examination, policy development, and staff report preparation. This is a great opportunity to work in a coastal community with a department working on residential ADU projects, residential remodels, large-scale projects and updates such as the Comprehensive Zoning Code Update, Downtown Promenade, and the Downtown Specific Plan Update.
What you'll be great at:
- Professional and Technical Expertise
- Integrity and Ethics
- Customer Service
- Analysis & Problem-Solving
- Organizational & Project Management
- Attention to Detail & Accuracy
- Strong Communication & Collaboration
Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on April 30, 2025.
Examples of Duties
The normal duties for this position can be found in the job description for They are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:
Education: Education equivalent to completion of a four-year degree from an accredited university or college with major course work in planning, geography, public administration, business management or a closely related field.
Experience: Four to five years of increasingly responsible experience in urban planning in either current or comprehensive planning.
Supplemental Information
This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may be used to fill vacancies in the same or lower classifications.
Application/Selection Process: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on April 30, 2025. Applications will be screened carefully, and selected applicants will be invited to participate in the Structured Panel Interview. The appointing hiring authority will further review the job-related qualifications of those deemed eligible for hire before making selection decisions. The selection process may be modified based on the needs of the City.
Pre-Placement Process: The selected candidate must successfully complete the pre-placement process, which includes a fingerprint check through the California Department of Justice, a comprehensive background check (including verification of education and employment), and reference checks.
Why work for Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach is a beautiful coastal city located in Orange County, California, with a vibrant art scene and cultural events. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including City paid health insurance for employees, alternative work schedules, wellness programs and more! The City has a strong commitment to its employees, providing opportunities for professional growth and development through training and education programs.
for the link to the MOUs.
01
I understand and acknowledge that I must thoroughly complete the application and supplemental questions, honestly, truthfully, and to the best of my ability. Qualifications for inclusion in the selection process will be based on a review of the application and supplemental questionnaire responses, not a resume or CV. Resumes in lieu of completed supplemental questionnaire responses will not be accepted. Incomplete responses or "see resume," "see application" responses will be grounds for disqualification.
- Yes
- No
02
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
- Less than a High School Diploma
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree and higher
03
Please indicate the degrees and certificates you possess, along with your area of study. If you do not possess any degrees, please enter "NA."
04
How many years of experience in current or advanced PLANNING do you possess? If you have experience in this area, you must ensure it is thoroughly provided in your application.
- Less than one year
- 1 year, but less than 2 years
- 2 years, but less than 3 years
- 3 years, but less than 4 years
- 4 years, but less than 5 years
- 5 years or more
05
How many years of experience in reviewing PLAN CHECKS do you possess? If you have experience in this area, you must ensure it is thoroughly provided in your application.
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year, but less than 2 years
- 2 years, but less than 3 years
- 3 years, but less than 4 years
- 4 years, but less than 5 years
- 5 years or more
06
How many years of experience in ZONING do you possess? If you have experience in this area, you must ensure it is thoroughly provided in your application.
- Less than one year
- One year, but less than 2
- 2 years, but less than 3 years
- 3 years, but less than 4 years
- 4 years but less than 5
- 5 years or more
07
How many years of experience do you have with the California Environmental Quality Act? If you have experience in this area, you must ensure it is thoroughly provided in your application.
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year, but less than 2 years
- 2 years, but less than 3 years
- 3 years, but less than 4 years
- 4 years, but less than 5 years
- 5 years or more
08
How many years of customer service experience do you have? If you have experience in this area, you must ensure it is thoroughly provided in your application.
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year, but less than 2 years
- 2 years, but less than 3 years
- 3 years, but less than 4
- 4 years, but less than 5 years
- 5 years or more
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