Extra Help - Planner I

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies for those County departments that have this position. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months.   If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.

Current vacancy is with the Resource Management Agency (RMA) located in Visalia. 

Applications will be reviewed by the Resource Management Agency as extra help positions become available, County departments with the job openings select the most qualified and appropriate applicant for the position available. The number of hours and duration of employment varies by each assignment. Extra help employees may work in a variety of County departments in locations throughout the geographic county area.

Extra help employees may not work more than 1,559 hours in any fiscal year from July to June. An extra help employee who mistakenly works in excess of 1,559 hours in a fiscal year does not become a probationary or regular employee. Applications will be active for six months. If you are hired for extra help and you complete a work assignment and then you if you wish to be employed again, you must resubmit an Extra Help application online. There are no benefits associated with extra help positions.  See regular job specification for complete job duties and requirements.

There are no benefits associated with extra help positions.

Design and develop a variety of studies, plans, programs and reports; Research and write reports, ordinances, recommendations, grant applications and correspondence; Review legal opinions and legislation and administer existing regulations pertaining to subjects such as the General Plan, zoning, environment, Community Development Block Grants and land division; Review new legislation and compare to previously enacted law and policies to determine need for changes in the local processes; determine potential impact of legislation on county goals, policies and programs; recommend implementation policies or adjustments needed; Review such applications as those for Local Agency Formation Commission, zoning and subdivision approval as well as Environmental Assessment Questionnaires for completeness and accuracy; Make presentations to and attend meetings of Planning Commission, citizens groups and other decision-making bodies to present and gather information concerning the General Plan, Community Development Block Grants, ordinances, environmental issues, and other matters; Assist with on-the-job training and review work of paraprofessional planners; Conduct studies and research involving the planning aspects of economic, social, geographic or other conditions; tabulate, analyze and interpret statistical and factual data to develop basis for conclusions; Conduct environmental assessments pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act; Prepare requests for proposals and review proposals for environmental studies and environmental impact reports prepared for the County by consultants; Provide public information by correspondence, telephone, distributing department publications and assisting at the front counter; Prepare staff reports for presentation to various decision-making bodies; Prepare maps and graphs and interpret aerial photographs; Inspect parcel maps, tentative maps, official plan lines and proposed road abandonment for compliance with conditions of approval; determine conditions of approval and consistency with county plans; Conduct field investigations to verify the accuracy of information submitted on permits; gather on-site information relative to feasibility of proposed land use; Use word processing software to create memos and reports; Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.)

Education:  Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban, regional or city planning; environmental studies; geography; architecture; or closely related field.

Knowledge of: Principles, practices, and purpose of land use planning and environmental assessment; Research methods and procedures; Statistics; Nomenclature, symbols and instruments used in planning work; basic drafting.

Skill/Ability to:  Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; Conduct research, analyze data, draw conclusions, and formulate recommendations; Read and interpret planning laws, rules and regulations; Plan, prepare and present material orally to groups at public hearings; Write clear, concise and accurate reports and letters; Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, the general public, and other department and agency staff; Communicate verbally with people of various educational and socioeconomic backgrounds in a patient, tactful and courteous manner; Adjust to pressure of deadlines and changes in workload; Give and follow written and oral instructions; Maintain filing system for reference purpose.

DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS 

Knowledge of:  Federal and state laws and regulations regarding planning and environmental issues; Local plans, policies and ordinances which affect land use and environmental decisions; Land development and permit review processes, zoning ordinances and subdivision regulations; Geographic Information Systems; Use of personal computers and word processing software programs.

Skill/Ability to:  Read and interpret maps and aerial photos; Interpret and implement policies and procedures, including General Plan policies, Local Agency Formation Commission policies, and Community Development Block Grant procedures; Assign and review work of paraprofessional planners; Compile housing and population data using descriptive statistics.

Conditions of Employment

Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act

This is a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Salary : $28 - $34