Conditional
employment offers are based on successful completion of any pre-appointment
background investigation, drug testing, and medical/psychological evaluation.
This recruitment requires the
completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You must submit your response
to the supplemental questions with your application.
ABOUT THE POSITION: Under direction,
plans, organizes and directs the operations and activities of the Planning
Division which includes Current and Environmental Planning, Long Range Planning
and Resource Management (Mining and Reclamation, Agriculture and RMS);
coordinates and directs communications, information and personnel to meet
County needs and assure smooth and efficient division or function activities;
supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel; participate in
the development, preparation and monitoring of the annual budget for the
Planning division; and does other related work as required.
TYPICAL TASKS:
(Not in order of importance)
·
Plan,
organize and direct the operations and activities of an assigned division or
major function such as current planning, public information and technology and
long-range planning; assure programs, projects and activities comply with
established laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures.
·
Supervise
and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; interview and select
employees; recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary
actions; coordinate subordinate work assignments and review work to assure
compliance with established standards, requirements and procedures; oversee the
development and implementation of training functions.
·
Establish
and maintain division or major function, program and project timelines and
priorities as assigned; estimate time, personnel and resource requirements for
projects, operations and activities; calculate and prepare cost estimates;
monitor progress of projects and modify activities to meet established
objectives and timelines as appropriate; review completed projects to assure
proper quality control.
·
Provide
consultation to County personnel, outside agencies and the public concerning
division or function operations and activities; respond to inquiries, resolve
issues and conflicts and provide detailed and technical information concerning
related laws, codes, plans, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures;
assist in the formulation and development of policies, procedures, strategic
plans and programs; participate in the preparation and administration of
adopted County plans and ordinances.
·
Direct
the preparation and distribution of correspondence, staff reports, and
informational materials related to assigned functions; review and evaluate
documents submitted by governmental agencies and outside organizations
concerning compliance requirements; oversee permit processing and issuing
related to assigned division or function as directed.
·
Participate
in the development, preparation and monitoring of the annual budget for assigned
division or function; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control
and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations.
·
Attend
and conduct a variety of meetings as assigned; represent the Department at
various groups, commission, boards, committees, hearings, conferences and other
outside functions as directed; prepare and deliver oral presentations; serve as
Hearing Officer for Planning Department hearings or on the Subdivision Review
Board for items such as minor use permits, lot-line adjustments, road names and
administrative fine appeals.
THE
REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of:
·
Management
of operations and activities of an assigned division or major function
·
Current
legislation affecting assigned division
·
Applicable
codes, ordinances, requirements, regulations and safety precautions affecting
assigned division
·
Current
County requirements for assigned division, functions, programs and projects
·
Practices,
procedures, standards and techniques involved in assuring County compliance
with established requirements
·
Scheduling
and quality control for inspection activities
·
Current
applicable County and State laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
affecting assigned division
·
Practices
and procedures involved in the investigation and resolution of planning,
land-use, inspection, environmental, construction, enforcement and permit
issues and disputes
·
Budget
preparation and control
·
Principles
and practices of administration, supervision and training
·
Oral and written communication skills
·
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
·
Technical aspects of field of specialty
·
Basic
public relations techniques
Ability to:
·
Plan,
organize and direct the operations and activities of an assigned division or
major function
·
Coordinate
and direct communications, information and personnel to meet County needs and
assure smooth and efficient division or function activities
·
Supervise
and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel
·
Interpret,
apply, explain and assure compliance with applicable laws, codes, ordinances,
regulations, policies and procedures
·
Collaborate
and consult with others in the development and implementation of division or
function programs, projects, polices, procedures, goals and objectives
·
Oversee
the investigation and timely resolution of planning, land-use, environmental,
construction, inspection, enforcement and permit issues and disputes as
directed
·
Communicate
effectively both orally and in writing
·
Establish
and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
·
Operate
a computer and assigned office equipment
·
Analyze
situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
·
Direct
the maintenance of a variety of reports, records and files related to assigned
activities
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an
accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in urban
and regional planning, architecture, landscape architecture, geography, natural
resources management, environmental, physical or life science, or a
closely-related field. (Job-related experience may substitute for the required
education on a year-for-year basis.) In addition, five years of experience in
urban and regional planning or environmental review and analysis, two years of
which were in a supervisory position. (A master's degree or bachelor's degree
in two fields such as life science and planning is desirable and may substitute
for one year of non-supervisory professional experience.)
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES: A valid driver's license is required
at the time of application. A valid CALIFORNIA driver's license is
required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout
employment.
IN ADDITION: This class
specification generally describes the duties and responsibilities
characteristic of the position(s) within this class. Duties of a particular
position within a multi-position class may vary from the duties of other
positions within the class. Accordingly, the essential functions of a
particular position (whether it be a multi-position class or a single-position
class) will be identified and used by medical examiners and hiring authorities
in the selection process. If you have questions regarding the duties or the
working conditions of the position, please contact the Human Resources
Department.
NOTIFICATION: Applicants will
be notified 2-4 weeks after the final filing deadline. However, some
recruitments may take less or more time depending on the type of exam and
number of applicants. Notifications will be posted on-line on the Applicant
Status Board for each phase of the recruitment process and will be sent by US
mail and/or email. Therefore, notify the Human Resources Department of any
mailing or email address changes for all applications submitted.
SELECTION PROCESS: The
examination process will include a competitive examination consisting of an
evaluation of job-related education and experience through one of the following
methods of testing: A) competitive application rating, based solely on application
information presented OR B) oral board rating as determined by an interview
panel OR C) application screening and an oral board rating OR D) any
combination thereof. In any case, the evaluation will be weighted 100% in
determining a candidate’s placement on the eligible list. Applicants are urged
to submit sufficiently detailed information in their application materials for
proper qualification evaluation. The hiring department will be
provided a list of the top nine ranks of eligible candidates and one additional
rank for each vacancy. The hiring department may hire any of the candidates
certified to the department. Veterans and disabled veterans preference
points will be assigned when applicable. Please note: any part of this
selection process may be waived or changed as deemed appropriate by the Human
Resources Department at any point during the recruitment. Eligible lists may be
used to fill regular, limited term or temporary positions.
New
employees are required to complete an INS Employment Eligibility Verification
form to certify citizenship or legal residency and authorization to work.
Essential functions of a job for purposes of the Americans with Disabilities
Act will be determined prior to the filling of each vacant position. A reasonable effort will be made to
accommodate the needs of the disabled and the religious needs of an applicant.
If you require special arrangements to participate in the recruitment process,
you must inform the County Human Resources Department in writing of the type
and extent of accommodation no later than the final filing deadline.
AN EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
