Assistant Planner Jobs

The Town of Los Gatos is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Planner.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must submit an employment application (which includes answering a supplemental questionnaire) by clicking on "Apply" at the top of this announcement. A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application.

V iew the job announcement for this exciting and rewarding opportunity.

Tentative Recruitment Schedule

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Application Submittal Deadline (for 1st Round of Screening): Sunday, June 4, 2023

Oral Board Interview: Week of June 12, 2023

Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

The Assistant Planner is responsible for conducting research and analysis in relation to the administration of planning policies and the zoning ordinance. The duties also include: administrative work related to boards and commissions; review of proposed land use permit applications, assessment of the feasibility of proposals, and identification of necessary changes; recommend approval, denial, or conditional approval of proposals; determine the effects of regulatory limitations on projects and provide advice on regulatory conformance and possible resolutions; and reviewing and evaluating environmental impact reports and related documents pertaining to private and public planning projects and programs.

The position is a confidential, at-will, non-exempt classification represented by the Town Employee Association (T.E.A), and is subject to agency shop fees.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Planning or a related field and one year internship or paraprofessional experience in municipal/city/urban planning.

Desirable

• State licensing or registration in a related field such as architecture or landscape architecture.
• Completion of a certificate program in land use, transportation, geographic information systems, public policy, or related area from an accredited institution.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of professionals and will possess the following competencies:

Communication Skills - Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills while demonstrating tact and diplomacy.

Customer Focus - Thrives on delivering exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.

Collaboration - Exhibits the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people including: elected officials; Town employees; and the public.

Attention to Detail - Is thorough, meticulous, and detail-oriented when working with staff reports, legal notices, and public postings.

Organizational Skills - Has the ability to meet deadlines and handle a variety of administrative tasks under pressure while ensuring accuracy of work results.

Technical Skills - Has working knowledge of clerical procedures, use of computer systems, and software programs, such as: Microsoft Office Suite; Accela; and CivicPlus.

Driven and Energetic – A self-starter who is committed to accomplishing goals and tasks on-time.

Supplemental information

The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

The Town of Los Gatos is an Equal Opportunity and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Under federal law, all employees must provide documents that authorize the right to work in the United States.