Salary : $119,022.00 - $162,215.00 Annually
Location : Rocklin City Hall, CA
Job Type: At-Will Employee
Job Number: 2024-00027
Department: Community Development
Division: Planning
Opening Date: 08/09/2024
Description
This position is open until filled.
Applications will be screened in the order received.
Salary: $119,022 - $162,215
Effective July 2025, salary will increase 2.0%.
Planning Manager - Job Flyer
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
In addition to strong technical skills, the ideal candidate will:

• Be a motivating and supportive leader with excellent people and project management skills.
• Have a strategic perspective and the ability to see the short- and long-term impact of land use development in the community.
• Have a demonstrated ability to manage and organize multiple projects and priorities.
• Develop and enhance synergy between departments and divisions to achieve city goals and create and maintain an environment where ideas are fostered and nurtured.
• Be an outstanding communicator with exceptional interpersonal, analytical, written and verbal communication and presentation skills; handle sensitive and political situations with tack and diplomacy.

UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES
In addition to overseeing the planning and directing of current and advance planning projects for the Community Development Department, the Planning Manager will be integral in a recently launched comprehensive update to the City's Zoning Ordinance and will also be integral in the implementation of a series of recommendations from a consultant-prepared organizational assessment of the Community Development Department. These recommendations include, but are not limited to, making better use of existing and new technology and re-evaluating current practices to achieve greater efficiency, productivity and streamlining, establishing and enhancing the ability for customers to access information more easily and quickly on the City's website and other platforms, and determining how to best utilize contracted support services.
DEFINITION
Under general direction, plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the activities within the Planning Division in the Community Development Department; coordinates planning services with other divisions, City departments, and outside agencies and organizations; performs advanced level professional planning work in the areas of current and advance planning and environmental review; provides highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Director and/or Deputy Director of Community Development and others; plans, organizes, supervises, and reviews the work of assigned staff; and performs related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the Director and/or Deputy Director of Community Development, and exercises direction and supervision to assigned supervisory, professional, technical, and clerical staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
The Planning Manager is a single position management level classification that has responsibility for planning and directing current and advance planning projects for the Community Development Department as well as the responsibility and authority to perform all functions described by the California Government Code. The incumbent exercises a high level of discretion, initiative, and independent judgment in performing the full range of routine to complex job duties as described herein.
The Planning Manager is an "at-will" position that serves at the pleasure of the City Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Interprets, applies, and monitors laws, rules, and regulations related to planning matters including enforcement, land use, environmental quality, subdivision, and general planning laws and regulations.
• Recommends goals and objectives; assists in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Plans, organizes, supervises, and reviews the activities of assigned supervisory, professional, technical, and clerical staff; provides or coordinates staff training.
• Trains employees in work procedures, standards, and safety practices; reviews work in progress or upon completion for compliance with standards; prepares documentation and performance improvement plans and handles disciplinary action.
• Reviews and approves employee work schedules, overtime, vacation, sick leave, and time cards.
• Oversees, analyzes, and prepares information regarding social, economic, population, and land use trends.
• Oversees, develops, and implements current and advanced planning program activities including the preparation and review of environmental impact reports and other environmental documents, and issuance of land use permits and approvals; prepares long-range planning documents; provides information and technical assistance regarding City development requirements; participates in public meetings as necessary.
• Participates in the development and implementation of the Community Development Department's work plan and budget; reviews budget expenditures; recommends necessary staff, equipment, materials, and supplies needed to support the Community Development Department work plan.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and up-to-date records.
• Prepares and presents studies and recommendations, reports, resolutions, and ordinances before the Planning Commission, City Council, other boards and commissions, and citizen groups.
• Reviews, assigns, and oversees the processing of development permit applications including those for new subdivisions, lot line adjustments, variances, land use permits, and general plan and zoning amendments; monitors workflow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures.
• Oversees the enforcement of the City's Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances and other municipal regulations as they apply to planning matters; oversees the investigation of complaints and recommends corrective action; researches, analyzes, prepares, and recommends amendments to the City's Zoning Ordinance.
• Serves as Zoning Administrator and/or administrative permit authority.
• Prepares and negotiates requests for proposals, contracts, and agreements; analyzes proposed development projects for compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Coordinates planning activities with other divisions, departments, governmental agencies, and outside organizations; confers with engineers, developers, architects, and others; provides staff support to a variety of boards and commissions; participates in professional groups and committees.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in planning, public or business administration, or a related field;
AND
Five (5) years of responsible, professional urban planning experience, including at least two (2) years providing direction or supervision to professional staff.
Possession of a Master's degree in either city planning or public administration with emphasis in city planning is highly desirable.
Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California Class C Driver License and a satisfactory driving record is required. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

• Applicants must submit a complete application online and respond to supplemental questions. To be considered, a degree or transcripts must be attached.
• While a resume is always welcome, it will not be accepted in lieu of an official City application.
• This recruitment is open until filled.
• Applicants will be screened against the minimum qualifications and then the desired qualifications. Those who qualify may be further screened to identify the best qualified candidates.

The City of Rocklin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Telework
Employees may be eligible to participate in hybrid telework options.
M e di c al
A variety of plans are offered through CalPERS. The City contributes up to $1,200 per month to active employees, and the employee pays the difference.
Den t al and Visi o n
City-paid for employee and dependents.
Flex Credit
The City shall provide each employee with a flex credit of $3,600 per fiscal year for any benefit covered under the Cafeteria Plan. The flex credit is prorated and paid over 24 benefit pay periods.
Health Coverage Reduction Incentive
Employees who decline health coverage may receive incentive pay of up to $250 per month.
Le a v e A cc r u al s
Management Leave:
Up to 56 hours per fiscal year
Sick Leave:
12 days per year
Vacation:
15 days first year, progresses up to 27 days based upon years of service
Holidays:
10 paid holidays per year
Re t ir e men t - Cal P E R S
Classic Members - 2% @ 55
PEPRA Members - 2% @ 62
De f e r r e d C o m p ens at i o n
Rocklin offers optional 457 and/or 401(a) plans for employee participation.
The City will contribute monthly matching funds of $150 to deferred compensation.
Insurance
Life Insurance and AD&D:
City paid $50,000
Long-Term Disability:
City paid coverage is 60% of monthly salary up to $6,000 per month; after a 90-day waiting period.
Tuition Reimbursment
$750 per clendar year maximum.
Health & Wellness
Weekly 30-minute yoga class, free chair massages offered monthly, and book clubs.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page at:
01
Which of the following best describes your years of experience supervising and/or managing planning staff:

• None or less than five (5) years.
• Five (5) but less than seven (7) years.
• Seven (7) but less than nine (9) years.
• Nine (9) or more years.

02
Describe your experience with:a. Developing and monitoring a budget;b. Developing goals, objectives and policies;c. Making presentations to Boards, City Councils and Planning Commissions; d. Preparing and reviewing environmental documents in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).Please ensure you provide a detailed response for each of the four (4) areas listed above. Please indicate "N/A" where you don't have any experience.
03
Describe your experience with supervising/managing personnel in functional areas such as:a. Current planningb. Long-range planningc. Preparation of CEQA documentsPlease ensure you provide a detailed response for each of the three (3) areas listed above. Please indicate "N/A" where you don't have any experience.
04
Describe your experience with the development and/or amendments of ordinances pertaining to planning and zoning.
05
Describe your experience in creating relationships with the development community and enhancing economic development.
06
Describe your experience with providing updates, both small and large-scale, for zoning ordinances and general plans.
Required Question