JOB DESCRIPTION

The Director of Planning will find diverse engaged communities that are very interested and participatory in the planning process. Calaveras' geographical setting and historical significance provides unique planning challenges such as preserving the historical heritage of the County, supporting agriculture, at the same time facilitating and promoting economic growth and sustaining an overall quality of life. This position works closely with representatives of the County's Building, Public Works and Environment Management agencies as well as the Calaveras Council of Governments and local special districts to implement applicable land use policies. Combined, these responsibilities make this assignment a highly visible position that will regularly make presentations to the Planning Commission, the Board of Supervisors, and a variety of community groups and organizations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in General Plan law, the California Environmental Quality Act, the Subdivision Map Act and Planning and Zoning laws, along with knowledge of affordable housing and grant programs. Excellent presentation and public speaking skills, a strong sense of diplomacy, and an open, receptive interpersonal style are also key attributes for this assignment. A minimum of five years of professional level, public agency planning experience, which includes at least two of those years in a supervisory capacity, is required. Equivalency to a Bachelor's degree in land use planning or a related field is also a requirement. County planning experience and An AICP certification is preferred.

Under general direction of the County Executive Officer, plans and organizes the activities of the County Planning Department; administers the general plan and zoning ordinance, subdivisions, land use permits, specific plans, and planned developments; develops policies; represents the Planning Department in meetings with the Board of Supervisors, County Executive Officer, commissions, committees, community agencies, and other public groups; and performs related work as required.

Education, Training and Experience:

Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in land use planning or a related field AND five years of planning experience in a public agency, with at least three (3) years at a supervisory level.

Certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is preferred but not required.

BENEFITS

Bargaining Unit 3 –  At Will Appointed Department Heads

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