The City of Oxnard's Community Development Department is seeking an Assistant Planner with strong technical knowledge, interpersonal skills, a customer service orientation, and a history of effective partnerships and problem-solving to be part of the Current Planning Team.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Review and evaluate land use development proposals

• Perform plan review, issue permits and assist developers, engineers, architects and other customers at the planning counter

• Review development projects for design, layout, parking, architecture, landscape and compliance with zoning code

• Write planning staff reports for Community Development Director or Planning Commission hearings

• Perform entitlement/background research regarding developments

• Process zoning clearances, home occupations, temporary use permits, and short term rentals

• Process minor entitlements for Residential, Industrial, and Commercial developments

• Assistant senior planning staff with processing more complex discretionary project

• Respond to public inquiries at the planning counter, via email or phone.

PAYROLL/CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Planner, Assistant

SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non-routine matters and deadlines.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This classification is distinguished from the Planner in that it performs standard technical review of development proposals and related documentation to determine code and standard compliance.

WORK SCHEDULE:

The normal work week is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 - 6:00 PM and every other Saturday, 8:00 - 5:00 PM. Staff will work some evenings. Depending on the work assignment, staff may be assigned to a shift that is outside the standard work hours. In addition, this position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs. The standard work environment varies depending on assignment but is typically either primarily in an office setting or out in the field. The City does not offer hybrid or remote work.

(This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.)

• Provides customer service and assistance by responding to in-person public inquiries and requests, or by phone or email communications; reviews requests and determines applicable code section or design standard and responds by providing appropriate information.

• Reviews development project documents and specifications to determine zoning code compliance related to design, layout, parking, architecture and/or landscaping.

• Reviews and troubleshoots development proposal issues; coordinates and confers with department representatives to assess issues and determine required modifications.

• Performs plan checks to assess zoning code and policy compliance for building and architectural design; interprets development standards and identifies compliance issues; performs research to address entitlement history or conditions of approval and impact on development proposals.

• Prepares planning staff reports for City Council and/or Planning Commission hearings; performs research, gathers detailed information, prepares narrative and backup information for staff recommendations.

• Reviews and evaluates applications; confers with other departments; monitors compliance with related code and standards; processes zone clearances, home occupations and temporary use permits.

• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in urban or regional planning, economics, architecture, landscape architecture, or a related field (Must be attached to your application)

EXPERIENCE:

• No experience is required for this position

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.

• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.

• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. There are currently two (2) full-time vacancies within the Community Development Department.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP: Positions in this classification are represented by the Service Employees International Association (SEIU).

NOTE: For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

This position requires a 12 month probationary period.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

If a candidate accepts a conditional job offer with the City of Oxnard, any and all pending applications for active recruitments with the City of Oxnard will be withdrawn and no longer considered.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT: On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Susie Morales at susie.morales@oxnard.org.

NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.