The City of Orinda seeks a talented individual with strong technical, writing and interpersonal skills to serve in the capacity of Assistant or Associate Planner. This position performs professional work in all areas of the Planning Department including development review, long-range planning, economic activities, housing and code enforcement. Additionally, this position provides planning staff assistance to the City Council and other City commissions and committees and provides technical assistance to the Director of Planning. This position reports to the Director of Planning.
The City of Orinda Planning Department's mission is to maintain and enhance the semi-rural residential character and the downtown village character of Orinda through responsive and solution-oriented services to all segments of the beautiful community or Orinda.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate is a self-managing high performer, accountable for their actions, and dedicated to providing superior customer service. Ideal candidates are excited about change and learning, are innovative, organized, exceptionally customer-service oriented, and have a passion for public service. Other desirable qualities include:
- Professional level of expertise in a wide variety of planning disciplines, including land use, design review, advanced planning, and the California Environmental Quality Act;
- Collaborative approach and inclusive attitude;
- Excellent time management and problem solving skills;
- Commitment to exceptional customer service;
- Strong public presentation skills and the ability to produce professional quality staff reports;
- Ability to concurrently manage planning assignments, administrative responsibilities, and mentoring of junior staff; and
- Experience working with or for local government agencies and liaising with appointed or elected officials.
For more information, and to apply for this position, please visit: Assistant/Associate Planner | CalOpps
Close Date: April 8, 2024 @ 5:00 PM