Under direction of the Planning and Land Use Manager, the Air Pollution Specialist (Associate Planner) will support and take direction on a variety of assignments involving research, policy and data analysis, and contributions to planning guidance and technical advisories across a wide spectrum of topics that affect planning and climate in California. This staff member will work with other government agencies, academics, and stakeholders with respect to research, programs, and policies in land use, housing, climate resiliency and adaptation, conservation, open space planning, equitable and inclusive communities, environmental justice, and transportation.
The Land Use and Planning Team at LCI has several responsibilities, including:
- developing and maintaining technical guidelines and advisories on planning and land use topics;
- reviewing and analyzing proposed legislation on relevant topics;
- preparing legislative and policy proposals to assist with long-range planning and visioning;
- collaborating with academic institutions to undertake necessary research;
- conducting outreach to local and regional governments and community groups to inform our work.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
SPECIAL PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: Persons appointed to this position must be reasonably expected to exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects with or without a reasonable accommodation. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. This position may be eligible to participate in LCI’s hybrid telework schedule. Participation in Telework is subject to LCI’s guidelines. Occasional/overnight travel up to 20% may be required.