Land Use/Environmental Planner III

Exceptional Professional Planning Career Opportunity Be Part of a Progressive and Recognized Land Use/Environmental Program LAND USE/ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER III Interviews will take place the week of February 5th, 2024.
Future Salary Increase ** July 2024 - 3.
15% increase to base pay (2.
75% Across-the-Board + 0.
40% Market Increase) The County of San Diego invites you to apply for Land Use/Environmental Planner III.
The County of San Diego employs over 18,000 individuals and is bordered by Riverside County and Orange County to the north; Imperial County to the east; the nation of Mexico to the south; and the Pacific Ocean to the west.
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (DPW) The Department of Public Works (DPW) is committed to providing reliable and sustainable infrastructure for our unincorporated community.
DPW is responsible for the following services for the unincorporated region: County maintained roads; traffic engineering; private development construction inspection; design engineering and construction management for public works related infrastructure; land surveying and map processing; watershed quality and flood protection; County airports; solid waste planning and diversion; closed landfill maintenance; wastewater and water systems management; and assessment districts for private road and landscape maintenance.
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PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES (PDS) Planning & Development Services (PDS) is responsible for managing the conservation, development and community planning of its over 500,000 residents in the 29 unincorporated communities of San Diego County.
The unincorporated area is geographically diverse and is considered one of the most biologically important areas in the U.
S.
with natural features including lagoons, foothills, mountain ranges, and deserts.
PDS is a fast-paced planning department with a vast array of project types in settings ranging from suburban to rural due to the proximity to high-density coastal cities such as the City of San Diego, Chula Vista, and Carlsbad.
Planners working for PDS will touch on projects ranging from mixed-use, residential, commercial, affordable housing, renewable energy, and more.
PDS enhances the quality of communities and ensures the health and safety of residents by protecting natural resources and implementing the General Plan, Climate Action Plan, Multiple Species Conservation Plan and land development ordinances in the unincorporated region.
PDS consists of seven divisions: Building Services, Code Compliance, Land Development, Long Range Planning, Project Planning, Support Services, and Sustainability.
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WORK LOCATION DPW and PDS are located in the LEED Certified County Operations Center, a modern 44-acre complex in the Kearny Mesa area of San Diego.
This center consists of 18 structures and houses 19 departments, including an employee gym/workout center.
Kearny Mesa is a located centrally with easy access from the 163 and 805 freeways, along a vibrant corridor with a variety of commercial services in walking distance.
THE POSITIONS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (DPW) DPW has current vacancies for Land Use/Environmental Planner III in the Closed Landfills Division.
Land Use/Environmental Planner IIIs within the Closed Landfills Division will manage a closed landfill and refuse burn site’s maintenance and regulatory compliance.
Primary responsibilities will include contract management; regulatory reporting and compliance; asset management planning; reviewing projects for compliance with all applicable polices and regulations; coordinating with other divisions, departments, and agencies; and preparing staff reports.
Additional responsibilities may include budgeting, financial forecasting, managing and executing outreach to property owners; and presenting to the executive management, planning groups, and property owner groups.
The Department of Public Works preserves, enhances and promotes quality of life and public safety through the responsible development and maintenance of reliable and sustainable infrastructure and services in the unincorporated region.
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES (PDS) PDS has current vacancies for Land Use/Environmental Planner III in the Project Planning and Long Range Planning Divisions.
Land Use/Environmental Planner IIIs within the Project Planning Division will manage a caseload of privately initiated development projects, such as General Plan Amendments, Rezones, Major Use Permits, and Tentative Maps, through the entitlement process.
Primary responsibilities will include reviewing projects for compliance with all applicable policies and regulations; coordinating with other divisions, departments, and agencies; managing project schedules and budgets; preparing staff reports; and presenting to the Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, planning groups, environmental groups, and other policy-making bodies.
Land Use/Environmental Planner IIIs with the Long Range Planning Division are senior level planners that lead some of the most innovative, complex, difficult, and sensitive planning projects.
A Planner III conducts research and prepares plans, reports, studies, and memos on land use, physical, social, and economic issues; and synthesizes and presents information, reports and other findings to internal and external stakeholders, advisory boards, and elected officials.
PDS Mission - Through operational excellence and attention to customer service, we strive to balance community, economic, and environmental interests to ensure the highest quality of life for the public of San Diego County.
The six-month eligible list will be used to fill current and future projected vacancies in other DPW and PDS divisions and other departments within the County of San Diego.
WORK SCHEDULE The selected candidate(s) for PDS and DPW may be assigned a hybrid schedule consisting of teleworking or working remotely; and working at the County Operations Center in Kearny Mesa.
HIRING PROCESS AND TIMELINE The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.
Interviews, Job Offers and Background Process will be ongoing.
(Current County employees may be exempt from the background process.
) Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE Strong written and verbal communications skills, including proven experience in presenting to elected decision-makers, management, community groups, interest groups, and individuals.
Experience in managing complex discretionary projects involving multiple functional groups, departments, consultant teams, or stakeholder groups.
Expertise in land use/environmental principles in the areas of growth management, zoning and land use and solid waste site regulation, environmental analysis, transportation, capital facilities, and urban design.
Experience in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and other federal, state, county, and local laws and ordinances pertaining to the environment.
Understanding of legal basis for planning, zoning, and land development activities.
Demonstrate proven professional level experience as a planner and project manager.
Demonstrate a high degree of motivation and willingness to learn.
Demonstrate a high degree of listening and observation skills, as well as displaying emotional intelligence.
Demonstrate a strong willingness to continually learn and grow professionally.
Maintain a professional perspective, objective demeanor, and flexibility when positive or difficult situations occur.
Experience in conducting outreach to a diverse group of stakeholders.
For Closed Landfills Division positions: Knowledge about closed solid waste site regulations, permits, and environmental compliance requirements.
For Closed Landfills Division positions: Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate multiple projects, permits applications, and complex environmental compliance programs or projects.
For Closed Landfills Division positions: Ability to develop and review Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans, groundwater studies, and environmental reports.
For Closed Landfills Division positions: Ability to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and evaluate problems to identify solutions.
For Closed Landfills Division positions: Educational background, work experience, or licenses in geology, hydrogeology, engineering, and/or solid waste site management.
If you believe that you possess these qualities, then the County of San Diego's Department of Public Works or Planning & Development Services would be an ideal place for your talents.
We have a great culture that values collaboration and teamwork.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.
S.
college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency, in city and regional planning, urban planning, aviation management, landscape architecture, geography, archeology, biology with a concentration in wildlife and/or botany; geology; or any one of the following life and physical sciences, geography with a concentration in conservation of environmental quality, natural resources or physical geography, ecology; zoology; engineering with an emphasis in acoustics or environmental management, environmental science or a related field, AND three (3) years of progressively responsible professional level experience performing environmental analysis, planning, research, data analysis, and computations, and preparing and presenting reports and graphics as it relates to land use/environmental planning.
Experience must be at the level equivalent to a Land Use/Environmental Planner II within the County of San Diego; OR, A master's degree from an accredited U.
S.
college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency, in one of the fields stated above, AND two (2) years of progressively responsible professional level experience as described above; OR, One (1) year of experience as a Land Use/Environmental Planner II with the County of San Diego.
NOTE: Professional level land use/environmental planning experience in a public or private agency may substitute for education on a year for year basis, for up to two (2) years of the education requirement.
Degree must be from a U.
S.
accredited college or university, or certified equivalency for foreign studies must be provided.
Exception: this substitution of experience for education does not apply to the Land Use/Environmental Planner III, Airport Option.
Please be sure to attach a copy of your college diploma, complete official or unofficial transcripts, letter of verification, or a foreign studies equivalency certification (if degree was obtained outside of the US) during Step 1 of the online application submittal process.
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Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race.
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The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview.
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Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment.
Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position.
Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
EVALUATION PROCESS Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment and supplemental applications.
Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system.
If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
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