Job Category
Work Schedule
Full-time
Employer
City of Solvang
Job Open until Filled
Job Closing Date
Phone
541-664-0376
Planning Manager
City of Solvang
Annual salary $101,568 - $126,963 DOE/DOQ


The City of Solvang seeks a Planning Manager who will direct the City’s current and long-range planning services and bring a depth of experience in permitting, land use planning, public planning, and related policies and procedures, including NEPA, CEQA, and environmental laws, codes, and practices. Along with having this technical knowledge, the Planning Manager will be highly attuned to the political nature of city planning while working with community members and City staff. They will be an effective communicator, relationship builder, and change maker. Being flexible to change, results oriented, and knowledgeable about the functions and processes of municipal organizations is highly important. 

See the full recruitment brochure: https://indd.adobe.com/view/27371ee3-e0ea-4d17-ad3c-10017c43a642

A Snapshot of This Role:
The Planning Manager oversees the Planning Division, including an Assistant Planner and a budget of approximately $500,000. They have general oversight of planning and building contracts while also serving as key staff member for the Planning Commission and Design Review Committee. This position manages the long-range, current planning, and general plan, acts as the primary staff representative for the Division, and prepares policy statements on sensitive issues for consideration by the City Manager, Planning Commission, Design Review Committee, and the City Council. 

HOW TO APPLY
For first consideration, apply IMMEDIATELY at: https://wbcpinc.com/job-board