Job Information
Job Category
Urban Design
Company Name
City of Oxnard
Position Level
Managerial
Job Description
This recruitment will be open until filled. Early submissions are encouraged. To apply please submit your application to Senior/Principal Planner
LONG RANGE PLANNING - Planning & Sustainability Team
The City of Oxnard's Community Development Department is seeking to hire an experience Senior/Principal Planner to join the team! This position leads, oversees, reviews, and performs highly specialized, collaborative, difficult and complex tasks and projects focused on long range or advanced planning assignments.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
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Assist in creating the vision for an update to the City’s General Plan (2050 Oxnard General Plan update), and Local Coastal Plan (LCP), including an update to the City’s Local Coastal Implementing Program (LIP) (Coastal Zoning Ordinance of the Oxnard City Code, Chapter 17).
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Assist in development of the City’s strategy to address Sea Level Rise and climate resiliency.
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Assist in managing the Ormond Beach Restoration and Access Plan (OBRAP), including implementation of the plan and collaboration with identified OBRAP partners including liaison work to advance partnership programs and funding.
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Assist in implementing actions from the City’s first Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) to establish community and municipal sustainability policies and programs.
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Monitor compliance with laws, with specific focus on environmental, climate, and energy regulations; and identify environmental consequences to policy implications associated with potential and adopted regulations.
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Assist with grant application, and management (if necessary) pertaining to Division grants.
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Collaborated with personnel from other city departments and agencies to implement Planning & Sustainability goals, programs, and projects.
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Prepare staff reports, participate in making presentations to various boards, Committees, City Council, commissions, and neighborhood groups. May prepare related agendas, reports, and minutes.
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May supervise in the preparation of Planning Commission packets and agendas for long range planning items.
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May oversee the preparation of Initial Studies, Mitigated and Negative Declarations, and Environmental Impact Reports for long range projects ensuring compliance with state laws and all relevant policies, procedures, and directives.
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Work involves extensive contact with government officials, public and private agencies, citizens, citizen groups, City departments, and attorneys.
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May participate in the training and mentoring of long-range departmental personnel as well as manage consultants and consultant contracts.
PAYROLL/CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
Planning Supervisor DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This classification is distinguished from the Planner in that it provides advanced technical guidance and project management related to large, complex assignments and provides lead direction or supervision to assigned staff members. SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED: As assigned, incumbents may serve as lead workers, assigning work and monitoring work completion or may formally supervise two or more exempt level staff, as well as other staff. Receives general supervision and is expected to prioritize work to meet deadlines and to keep the supervisor informed of issues that would impact achievement of a deadline, organizational policy or procedure or in consideration of risk management.WORK SCHEDULE:The normal workweek is Monday-Thursday, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, and alternating Fridays, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm. This position may be required to be available to work additional hours as needed to respond to workload needs, including evening or weekends as a result of community engagement activities.
Essential Functions: Link to full class specification: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofoxnard/classspecs/1489530?keywords=planning%20sup&pagetype=classSpecifications Minimum Qualifications: The ideal candidate will be:- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Google Suite, Geographic Information System (GIS), and statistical programs.
- A professional who leads by example and exercises exceptional independent judgment.
- A leader that provides excellent customer service, is attentive, collaborative, and an active listener.
- A professional that maintains current knowledge of new trends and innovations in the fields related to area of assignment; including, monitoring legislation, climate and environmental trends, and professional practices and techniques.
- A skilled, independent thinker and strategist able to recommend policy and procedural improvements.
Required Skills / Experience / Education
The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification: EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in urban or regional planning, economics, architecture, landscape architecture or related field, EXPERIENCE: Five years of in the field of urban planning, coastal planning, transportation planning or sustainability planning and two years of supervisory or project management experience. HIGHLY DESIRABLE: Proficient in speaking and writing Spanish is also a highly desired skillUS Citizenship Required?
Yes
Will security clearance be required?
No
Salary Range
$76,712.90 - $139,713.81 Annually
Other Benefits
Retirement Contributions: New members (as defined by PEPRA), 2% @ 62; "Classic" members 2% @ 55. The employee will be required to pay a portion of their annual earnings toward their retirement. The City of Oxnard does not participate in social security. Vacation/Annual Accrual Rates: Leave accrual rates vary between 6.24 – 11.78 hours per pay period based on years of service. Administrative Leave: Management employees are not compensated for overtime worked. However, the department director may authorize up to 40 hours of administrative leave in one year. Deferred Compensation: The City contributes 1% to a deferred compensation program. Bilingual Pay: A regular full time employee may receive bilingual pay at the rate of $50.00-$100.00 bi-weekly depending on the Level the employee is required to provide bilingual services as determined by the City Manager or designee. Health and Dental: Employees can choose from a variety of medical plans provided by the City. The City's contribution to medical coverage is outlined below: Level One – For employees hired before January 1, 2023, the City contributes $1,543.00 per month toward medical insurance premiums and an additional $74.21 per month toward dental insurance premiums. Employees will receive cash back if the medical plan they choose is less than the City’s monthly contribution of $1,543.00 per month. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive cash back in the amount $1,243.00 per month provided they provide proof of other qualifying coverage. Any unused dental premium monies are paid to the employee. If employees hired prior to January 1, 2023 make any changes to their health plan, they will be placed in level two. Level Two - For employees hired on or after January 1, 2023, the City will contribute $1,956.00 towards medical insurance premiums with no cash back. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive $500.00 per month cash back provided they show proof of other qualifying coverage. The City will continue to provide $74.21 per month towards dental insurance. Holidays: The City observes 12 holidays per year Life Insurance: City employees receive Basic Life Coverage ($5,000) + AD&D ($10,000) + 1 times annual salary 100% paid by the City. Employees also have the option to purchase additional insurance. Tuition Reimbursement: Full-time employees are eligible for 75% reimbursement for work related coursework up to a maximum of $5000 per fiscal year.Job Start Date
05/01/2025
Position Type
Permanent Full-Time
Travel
None
Primary Language Required
English
Job Location
Location Address
300 W Third Street
Oxnard, California
93030
Contact Information
Hiring Contact Name
Annette Adams
Phone Number
(805) 200-5448
Website
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofoxnard/jobs/4751621/senior-principal-planner?keywords=senior%20prin&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs