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Interim City Planner (No Benefits)

City of Poway
Part-time
On-site
Poway, California, United States
$71.49 - $86.89 USD hourly
Urban Planning

Definition



The City of Poway is searching for a City Planner with strong municipal current planning experience for a temporary assignment lasting approximately 6-9 months. The schedule will be approximately 3 to 5 days per week (in office), including some City Council meetings. The ideal candidate will have a broad background in urban planning, community development and economic development principles, and a strong track record of success in a multi-faceted organization. Responsive and service oriented, providing exceptional leadership and expertise, have excellent project management skills, strong urban design skills and ethical decision making. 
Retired planners and/or retired annuitants are welcome and encouraged to apply!

Under administrative direction, assists in planning, organizing, managing, and providing general direction and oversight for the planning, building, and code compliance functions and activities of the Development Services Department, including current, long-term, and environmental planning activities; assists in coordinating assigned activities with other City departments, divisions, outside agencies, and the public; fosters cooperative working relationships among City departments, divisions, and with intergovernmental and regulatory agencies and various public and private groups; provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the Director of Development Services in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.

Receives administrative direction from the Director of Development Services or assigned supervisor. Exercise direct and general supervision over assigned staff.

Key Responsibilities

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
  • Assumes management responsibility for all City planning, building, and code compliance functions and activities, including current, long-term, and environmental planning activities.
  • Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned functions and programs; recommends, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
  • Assists in managing and participates in the development and administration of the Development Services annual budget; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring of and approves expenditures; directs and implements adjustments as necessary.
  • Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees on performance issues in coordination with Human Resources; responds to staff questions and concerns.
  • Continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assess and monitor work load, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement and reviews with the Director of Development Services; directs the implementation of improvements.
  • Assists in planning, directing, and coordinating the Development Services Department's work plan; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems; assigns projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; reviews and evaluates work methods and procedures.
  • Prioritizes and allocates available resources; reviews and evaluates service delivery, makes recommendations for improvement and ensures maximum effective service provision.
  • Administers and implements the City’s General Plan and zoning ordinances, including providing staff direction regarding department policy interpretation and conducting meetings with the public regarding related issues.
  • Oversees City compliance with current environmental laws and acts, including providing necessary direction and updated information to staff, setting policies, and drafting a variety of review reports.
  • Oversees advanced-level land use and planning activities, including analyzing and reviewing complex development proposals; negotiates and manages consultant contracts for planning projects as well as development agreements.
  • Provides project management for the most complex planning studies; analyzes site design, terrain constraints, circulation, land use compatibility, utilities, and other urban services for all planning applications; ensures compliance with federal, state, local laws, rules, and regulations.
  • Confers with engineers, developers, architects, and a variety of agencies and the general public in acquiring information and coordination of planning, zoning, subdivision, building, environmental, and related matters; provides information regarding City development.
  • Negotiates contracts and agreements; coordinates with City department representatives to determine City needs and requirements for contractual services; monitors and manages the City contract for Building Services.
  • Oversees and manages City-wide code compliance activities.
  • Serves as a liaison for the Development Services Department with other City departments, divisions, and outside agencies; attends meetings, as necessary; provides staff support to commissions, committees, and task forces, as necessary; negotiates and resolves significant and controversial issues.
  • Represents the Development Services Department to other City departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; explains and interprets departmental programs, policies, and activities.
  • Conducts a variety of departmental organizational and operational studies and investigations; recommends modifications to programs, policies and procedures as appropriate.
  • Participates on and makes presentations to a variety of boards and commissions; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of engineering and other types of public services as they relate to the area of assignment. 
  • Maintains and directs the maintenance of working and official departmental files.
  • Monitors changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may affect City or departmental operations; implements policy and procedural changes as required.
  • Prepares, reviews, and presents staff reports, various management and information updates, and reports on special projects as assigned by the Director of Development Services.
  • Responds to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations.
  • Attendance and punctuality that is observant of scheduled hours on a regular basis.
  •  Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements/License or Certificates Required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of the following education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of this classification.

Experience:
Eight years of responsible municipal planning experience with four years of supervisory, management, and/or administrative experience. 
 
Education/Training:
A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education (i.e., minimum completed California units = 120 semester/180 quarter) from an accredited educational institution with major coursework in urban planning, community development, business or public administration, or a related field.

Licenses and Certifications: 
Valid California class C driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.

Physical Demands
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, to inspect City development sites, to operate a motor vehicle, and to visit various City and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
 
Environmental Elements 
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Examination Process

Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of relevant training and experience. Highly rated candidates will be invited to participate in an examination process consisting of an appraisal interview. Successful candidates will be place on an eligibility list according to the score received. The eligibility list will be in effect for a period of six months. Applicants will be notified of their eligibility status. All appointments are subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment physical that includes a drug screening, a background investigation including LIVESCAN fingerprinting, and will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. All employees are required to by law to sign a loyalty oath to the United States and the State of California constitution at time of hire.   

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