Assistant Planner

• An upbeat attitude
• A passion for producing outstanding quality of work
• A high performing, genuine, authentic individual with a good sense of humor
• A genuine interest in supporting the staff 

WORK SCHEDULE: 4-day workweek (Monday-Thursday), 7am - 6pm

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of journey level professional duties in support of the Community Development Department including planning, zoning, development, housing, economic development and other development related services and functions. 

Incumbents are responsible for providing professional assistance on Community Development Department projects and issues which require making decisions based on evaluation and analysis of alternatives. Incumbents exercise independent judgment and discretion based on their specialized training and experience.

• Provide a variety of professional support to Community Development Department projects including those in the area of planning, zoning, development, housing, and other development related services and functions.
• Confer with a variety of professionals, agencies, and the general public to acquire information and coordinate development services matters; provide information regarding City development requirements; work with a variety of professionals, agencies, and the public to reach agreement on acceptable site plans; prepare reports of recommendations.
• Coordinate a variety of Community Development Department activities and services with other City departments, divisions, and outside agencies.
• Conduct various assigned studies in the community to gather data for evaluating assigned projects and issues including environmental assessments, the General Plan, regional or local area issues, and land use data and trends; develop and present reports and recommendations on various issues related to assigned projects.
• Participate in the research, analysis, and interpretation of fiscal, economic, business development, and housing data and trends; prepare written staff reports, financial statements, and agenda items regarding various development services issues and activities; may prepare and present reports to the City Council, commissions, committees, and boards.
• Perform extensive research regarding implementation of policies established by the General Plan, land use, and other related development ordinances; interpret and apply laws and regulations to ensure the compliance of Community Development Department projects with municipal code amendments and environmental quality laws and regulations.
• Conduct needs assessments and determine program priorities; identify areas of economic and community development needs and analyze the effectiveness of existing programs in these areas.
• Attend and participate in professional groups and committees; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of development services and functions.
• Perform the full range of duties associated with the assigned project including the maintenance of appropriate records, statistics, and materials necessary for project activity.
• Examine plans and specifications of new construction additions and alterations to residential, commercial, and industrial buildings to determine compliance with provisions of applicable zoning regulations.
• Prepare and disseminate press releases and assigned notices related to Community Development Department services and activities; provide information to media representatives regarding public and private projects.
• Assist with budget preparation, reports, correspondence and other documents relevant to the development process.
• Accept and analyze development applications; prepare appropriate noticing; attend public hearings and follow up on matters requiring a zoning administration decision.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Additional Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/EDUCATION

Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Two (2) years of responsible professional urban planning and redevelopment experience.
• Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban planning, urban studies, geography, environmental studies, public administration, or a related field.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your City of Stanton on-line job application. Electronic applications may be submitted online through the City’s employment page at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stantonca. Final Filing Date: 11:59 p.m., April 22, 2025. Applications must be filled out completely. Applications may be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application.