Salary : $63,315.20 - $85,675.20 Annually
Location : Banning, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2024-00023
Department: Community Development
Division: Planning
Opening Date: 11/12/2024
Closing Date: 11/27/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description JOB DEFINITION : Under close supervision, to perform routine tasks and duties in assisting in developing long range land use plans, evaluating current land use requests, conducting various planning studies, and providing planning information to the public.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS - Leadership: Contributes to a positive work culture consistent with the City of Banning Leadership Philosophy, actively welcomes new approaches to public service and supports change and process improvements at all levels within the organization
ABOUT THE CITY OF BANNING The City of Banning is located in the San Gorgonio Pass area of Southern California. The community of over 30,000 people is diverse with income levels slightly lower than other areas of Riverside County. However, growth and development is occurring rapidly, which will create new jobs, increase the population and raise income levels. Our employees are the most important asset in preserving our Proud History, Creating a Prosperous Tomorrow, and in responding to the community's needs. The City provides competitive salaries, outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities.
CITY VISION The City of Banning promotes and supports a high quality of life that ensures a safe and friendly
environment, fosters new opportunities and provides responsible, fair treatment to all and is the pride of
its citizens.
CORE VALUES - Customer Service Excellence: We excel in what we do by staying responsive, flexible, patient, effective, and professional.
- Integrity: We are ethical, accountable and compliant with our responsibility to the public and community.
- Teamwork: We work together and maintain great communication and respect and foster a fun and enjoyable atmosphere to take pleasure in what we do.
- Yes-Minded: We recognize diversity and maintain a positive attitude to do all we can to serve the community in the safest and most responsible manner.
Examples of Duties REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES :
Assists with work instruction or project direction of new staff members. Participates in the preparation of receiving and processing site and design plans, rezoning permits, plan amendments, use permits, environmental clearances and business licenses.
Under close supervision, to assist in providing planning information to the public, and developing long range land use plans, evaluating current land use requests, conducting various planning studies; to participate in training in order to acquire knowledge and skills relating to professional planning work; and to do other work as required.
This class is the entry level in the professional Planner series. Incumbents receive substantial training in the principles, methods, and procedures essential to professional planning activities. Incumbents work under close supervision and are generally given land use or transportation planning assignments of a more routine, less complex nature. Their work is initially subject to detailed and frequent review which lessens as they become more experienced. Collects and presents data and prepares reports regarding land use, zoning, urban design, population trends, transportation, housing, redevelopment and community service needs for City Council, Planning Commission and Community Development Director. Reviews, investigates and processes plans and applications for subdivisions, housing and commercial developments. Determines conformity with laws, policies, regulations and procedures. Provides information and assistance to developers, property owners and public. Assists with the review, development or revision of plans, environmental impact reports and ordinances. Compiles, analyzes and interprets data relating to environmental, social, economic, housing, community and demographic trends. Conducts field surveys and investigations. Presents oral and written reports to the City Council, Planning Commission and other commissions/committees.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.
KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS: - Knowledge of basic purposes and functions of a planning department or transportation planning.
- Knowledge of basic research methods and elements of report writing; statistical methods and their uses.
- Knowledge of applicable city, county, state and Federal statutes, rules, regulations, ordinances, codes, administrative orders and other operational guidelines and directives.
- Knowledge of municipal planning trends and concepts. PSPC City of Banning, California CC Approved September 13 , 2005 REV:
- Knowledge of statistical analysis and mathematical concepts related to planning.
- Knowledge of terminology, symbols, methods and techniques used in planning and map drafting.
- Skill in reading, understanding, interpreting and applying relevant city, county, state and Federal statutes, rules, regulations, ordinances, codes, administrative orders, policies and procedures and other operational guidelines and directives.
- Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and/or demands.
- Skill in working within deadlines to complete projects and assignments.
- Skill in assessing, analyzing, identifying and implementing solutions to complex problems.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers, staff, vendors, contractors, visitors, the general public and others having business with the City of Banning.
- Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
- Skill in gathering and analyzing data; reason logically, draw valid conclusions, and make appropriate recommendations
- Skill in reading and interpret land use maps.
Typical Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from a recognized college with a bachelor's degree, preferably with major coursework in Urban Planning or Public Administration or closely related field.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS : Must have at the time of application and must maintain a California driver license.
RETIREMENT : New employees with recent service with CalPERS pay up to 7% of the employee rate with the 2% @ 60 Plan and 3 Year Average formula. New hires with no CalPERS service as of January 1, 2013, will pay 6.2% of the employee rate and will be subject to the 2% @ 62 Plan, with 3 Year Average formula and a mandatory contribution of normal costs as established by the new Pension Reform Act Law. The City also participates in Social Security.
AGENCY SHOP/DUES DEDUCTIONS: Employees may choose to join Teamster Local 1932 Mid-Management and Professional Unit and pay their service fee in an amount not to exceed the standard initiation fee, periodic dues and general assessments of Teamsters Local 1932.
CITY PAID BENEFITS: City employees can participate in an employer paid CalPERS mid-tier HMO Healthcare Plan. Participating employees also provides cafeteria benefit money to use for dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and a 457 plan. City reimburses employee a maximum of $300 for eyewear every fiscal year. Employees who reside within City limits shall receive $150 per month as a discount against the cost of electric and water service during the period of such residency.
LIFE/DISABILITY INSURANCE : The City pays for a basic life insurance policy in the amount of $150,000. Employees pay for short and long term disability plans with a 7-day elimination period.
HOLIDAYS/VACATION/SICK/BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: City employees receive thirteen (13) paid holidays, plus one (1) floating holiday per year. After completion of probation period: Ten (10) days annual vacation, additional vacation after five (5) years up to a maximum of twenty (20) days. Twelve (12) days of sick leave per year. Up to five (5) working days of bereavement leave for immediate family members.
OTHER BENEFITS: $275/mo. for possession of a Master's Degree. $350/mo. vehicle allowance.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: The City has a mandatory policy for all employees of direct deposit of payroll checks.
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Please indicate your highest level of education:
- I have a high school diploma or GED certificate.
- I have an Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university.
- I have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
- I have a Master's Degree from an accredited college or university.
- I have a Doctorate Degree from an accredited college or university.
- I do not have any of the above degrees.
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What is your proficiency level in Microsoft Word?
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
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What is your proficiency level in Microsoft Excel?
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- Intermediate
- Advanced
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Please describe your computer systems/software programs experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Adobe and/or other relevant software systems.
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Please describe any other relevant certifications or trainings you have completed.
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Please describe your experience processing and review of building plans and permit applications (if no experience, type N/A).
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How many years of experience do you have working in a Planning, Building, or Engineering department in a government agency? If you have experience, it must match the information that you provided in the "Job Experience" section in your application.
- 0 to less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years or more
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