Senior Planner

Senior Planner

The City of Riverbank is seeking an experienced Senior Planner for the Planning and Building Department in Development Services to organize, assign, and review the work of assigned personnel engaged in professional planning; to perform advanced level professional work pertinent to current and/or advance planning; and to provide responsible staff assistance to the Planning and Building Manager.

Recruitment Timeline: (Subject to Change)
• Opening Date: Thursday, April 27, 2023
• Final Filing Deadline: Open Until Filled
• 1st Review of Applications: Thursday, May 18, 2023 @ 5:30 p.m.
• Subsequent Reviews TBD: Dates will be posted on this website

Essential Functions:
• Plan, prioritize, and review the work of staff assigned to a variety of technical and professional planning duties.
• Develop schedules and methods to accomplish assignments, ensuring that work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Participate in evaluating the activities of staff, recommending improvements and modifications.
• Provide and coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies.
• Develop and present recommendations on various development proposals and applications; prepare appropriate planning, statistical, financial, and narrative reports.   Prepare state-required yearly reports on topics such as MWELO and the General Plan and Housing Element.
• May act as project manager or program leader for general plan amendments, CEQA documents, specific plans, and other special planning studies involving utilization of planning disciplines such as transportation, urban design, capital facilities, environmental analysis, growth management, zoning, and land use regulation.
• Research, review, and analyze economic, social, and physical data affecting land use and community development. Maintain vacant land inventory.
• Confer with engineers, developers, architects, a variety of agencies, and the general public in acquiring information and coordinating planning and zoning matters; provide information regarding City development requirements.
• Interpret and apply environmental quality laws and regulations to ensure that development proposals, City projects, and municipal code amendments comply with federal and state laws.
• Prepare general plan amendments; make recommendations concerning long-range planning projects, including annexations, specific plans, specific plan amendments, development plans, or complex subdivision projects.
• Perform extensive research regarding implementation of policies established by the general plan, zoning ordinance, or other land use and development ordinances.  
• Provide staff support to a variety of boards and commissions; attend and participate in professional groups and committees such as a downtown business group or an economic development group.
• Provide information to the public regarding zoning, land use, and the general plan; monitor the plan check activities of Department staff; participate in public meetings and make presentations, as necessary.
• Provide direction, assistance, and/or supervision to assigned planning staff; participate in the selection of staff.
• Assist in preparing request for proposals; coordinate consultant selection and contract preparation/administration activities. Assist in grant writing opportunities.
• May assist in preparing the departmental budget; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and track project fees, deposits, and refunds.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety programs and procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Education and/or Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for a Senior Planner.  A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess two years of experience comparable to that of an Associate Planner with the City of Riverbank to include:

The equivalent of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban or regional planning, geography, or a related field; one year of professional planning experience; and supervisory experience.

License/Certificate:

Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.

Possession of Certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is desirable.

The City of Riverbank offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Salary:
• $37.92 - $46.09 Hourly
• $3,033.22 - $3,686.89 Biweekly
• $6,571.97 - $7,988.27 Monthly
• $78,863.64 - $95,859.24 Annually

Benefits:
• CalPERS Retirement:  The City participates in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System   (CalPERS).  New members, as defined by PEPRA, are under a 2% @ 62 formula, Tier III.
• Health Benefits:  The City currently pays 100% of the cost of the Stanislaus Medical Foundation Dental plan and Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The City offers Kaiser Permanente or Sutter Health Plus medical coverage and pays 85% of medical insurance premium. Employees contribute 15% of their monthly premium.
• Life Insurance: $50,000 paid by the City
• Union Pension Plan: City contributes approximately $392 per month
• Deferred Compensation: Employee’s voluntary contribution in the amount of at least $100 is matched and not to exceed $100 by the City per payperiod
• Employee Assistance Program
• Holidays: 13 paid holidays per year plus 3 floating holidays of choice; and 1 management floating holiday
• Vacation: 10 – 25 days per year, based on years of service (maximum accrual 400 hours)
• Sick Leave: 12 days per year (no accrual limit)
• Mid-Management Exempt Leave:  48 hours per fiscal year

How to Apply:
Submit completed and signed employment application as follows:
• By Mail or Drop-off (mail slot in the door) to: City of Riverbank, Human Resources Department, 6707 Third Street, Suite A, Riverbank, CA  95367
• By email to: cstefani@riverbank.org

For more information, please call the Human Resources Department at (209) 863-7125 or email Cheryl Stefani, Human Resources Analyst at cstefani@riverbank.org

Special Requirements
Appointment to the position is contingent upon the candidate providing proof of eligibility to work in the United States and passing a fingerprint check and may include a thorough check of their employment history, followed by a pre-employment physical examination which includes a drug screening.

For Full Job Description and Information on the City of Riverbank: https://apptrkr.com/4554958