(Unclassified)
To
manage and direct the the daily operations of the Planning Services Division under the
general direction of the Community Development Resource Agency
Director; to oversee and
coordinate internal management of the division;to coordinate assigned
activities with other departments and outside agencies; to manage a major division
of the Agency and to provide highly complex staff assistance to the Community
Development Resource Agency Director, including serving as the County Planning
Director.
This is a single position classification with full responsibility for the administration and management of the Planning Services Division of the Community Development Resource Agency as well as the responsibility and authority to perform all functions described by the California Government Code. In addition, the incumbent performs general administrative and management tasks for the Community Development Resource Agency Director as assigned.
Receives administrative direction from the Community Development Resource Agency Director.
Exercises direct supervision over management, supervisory, professional, technical and clerical personnel.
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Manage and direct the Planning Services Division and serve as the County Planning Director in compliance with California Government Code.
- Assist in developing division goals and objectives; and assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
- Plan, organize, direct, and review the activities and operations of the Planning Services Division, including supervision of current and advanced planning, housing and economic development programs.
- Provide staff support and make recommendations to the Planning Commission; act as Zoning Administrator, assign designee, to exercise independent judgment relative to various land use entitlement applications.
- Serve as staff planner for large and/or unusually complex project applications; and prepare major policy documents, reports, ordinances, special studies etc. for presentation to the Planning Commission, Board of Supervisors and other public agencies and groups.
- Develop and implement the Planning Services Division’s work plans; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor workflow; and review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
- Prepare the Planning Services Division budget; assist in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; and administer the approved budget.
- Recommend the appointment of personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; implement disciplinary procedures as requested; and maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the Department.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service; and coordinate Planning Services Division activities and projects with other land development divisions and departments within the County administrative structure.
- Represent the division and Agency to outside agencies and organizations; participate in outside community and professional groups and committees; and provide technical assistance as necessary.
- Research and prepare technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence as necessary.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience: Six years of increasingly responsible experience in land use planning and development, including two years of management or supervisory responsibility.
Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban or regional planning or a related field.
Required License or Certificate
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver's license. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.