$81,721 - $104,287/year
Additional 2% COLA July 2024 and January 2025
$1,500 lump sum July 2024
5% pay incentive for Master’s Degree / 7% for Doctorate
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Senior Planners with the City of Madera represent the advanced level class in the professional planning series in which incumbents are expected to independently perform the full scope of assigned duties. Incumbents in this position work independently in the research and analysis of planning issues, and preparation of planning reports, studies and recommendations. The lead, oversee, review and perform complex and professional land use and urban planning work including current and long range planning, implementation of the City’s General Plan, coordination of special projects; draft ordinances and resolutions; make presentations to various groups; and review complex zoning and development applications.
QUALIFICATIONS
Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in urban planning, and a Bachelor’s degree in planning, architecture, landscape architecture or a related field. A Master’s degree in city or urban planning may be substituted for one year of experience.
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California Drivers License
EXAMINATION PROCESS
Only those applicants who meet the qualification standards of this position by the application filing deadline will be allowed to participate in the examination process. Examination scores determine standing on Civil Service eligibility lists. The City Manager, upon recommendation of the department head, will make the final selection and appointment from the established eligibility list. The examination process may consist of the following parts: Application Package Review: Qualifying Only; Oral Interview: 100% Weight Value. Candidates must earn a score of 70% or higher to be considered for the eligibility list.
Applicants who require special examination accommodations due to a disability should contact the Human Resources Department five (5) business days prior to any scheduled examination at (559) 661-5401.
Applicants may be eligible for Veteran’s Preference Points (5 points) and should attach a DD214 to their employment application for consideration of this preference.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 3:00 pm, Friday, February 2, 2024