Associate Planner

• Coordinates and manages a range of planning projects and assignments, including multi-agency and multi-jurisdictional efforts, from initiation through completion 
• Develops and implements long-range and current planning plans, programs, goals, and policies related to citywide initiatives (e.g., transportation, housing, economic development, and sustainability) 
• Prepares and updates elements of the General Plan and specialized plans; evaluates projects and program proposals for consistency with adopted plans, applicable regulations, and planning best practices 
• Reviews development applications and entitlement requests (e.g., site plan/design review, conditional use permits, variances, rezoning requests) for compliance with zoning, subdivision, and municipal code requirements; coordinates review with other departments and agencies 
• Provides professional planning guidance and customer service to residents, applicants, citizen groups, and other stakeholders regarding planning policies, processes, zoning and rezoning, ordinance updates, and applicable environmental regulations 
• Facilitates public meetings, stakeholder workshops, and interdepartmental discussions; prepares and delivers presentations and represents the Department at Planning Commission and City Council meetings, as assigned 
• Conducts research and analysis using maps, plans, reports, and surveys; interprets data to define issues, assess trends, develop alternatives, and make recommendations 
• Coordinates environmental review activities (e.g., CEQA) for assigned projects, including preparing or overseeing technical studies and ensuring required findings, conditions, and mitigation measures are documented 
  
  
   

Requirements

 

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Geography, Environmental Science, or a closely related field 
• Three (3) years of professional planning experience in a public agency setting or equivalent experience 
• Valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driver's record are required. 
• Knowledge of municipal planning principles, zoning and land use regulations, and environmental review requirements 
• Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written), facilitate meetings, and work collaboratively with internal staff, community members, and external agencies 
  
   

Physical Demands: Must be able to regularly talk, hear and operate a computer, keyboard and mouse and occasionally lift, pull/push and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations.

Work Conditions: Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting. Exposure to high-stress, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required.

Benefits

 

• The typical base salary range for this position is $34.00 - $50.00 per hour, and will vary depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location
• Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k
• Generous paid time off packages
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Flexible schedules
• Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations
• BKF offers competitive and award-winning benefits and perks. To learn more click here.