Planning Manager in Modesto, California at City of Modesto

The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. A City application is required, including Supplemental Questionnaire. The City of Modesto does not sponsor H-1B Visas. Salary offered depends on candidate’s experience.

Plan, organize and direct Planning Division activities including urban growth review, specific plans, land use entitlement, annexation, environmental review, zoning code compliance and enforcement and the City's General Plan.

Develop and implement divisional goals, objectives, policies and procedures.

Direct, oversee and participate in the development of the Planning Division work plan; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.

Prepare the Planning Division budget; assist in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; administer the approved budget.

Represent the division and department to outside agencies and organizations; participate in outside community and professional groups and committees; provide technical assistance as necessary.

Research and prepare technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence.

Principles and practices of urban planning and program development with particular emphasis on environmental review, land usage and division, and growth management.

Principles, practices, standards, information sources and trends in the field of current and advance planning.

Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

Five of years increasingly responsible experience in professional urban planning, regional planning, or a related field, including two years of supervisory responsibility.Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban or regional planning, geography, or a related field.

A Master's degree in urban or regional planning, public administration, or a related field is desirable.

Possession of certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners is desirable.

Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending or squatting. Lifting: frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 25 pounds. Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision. Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone. Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone. Environmental: frequent exposure to noise

Work is performed in a typical temperature controlled office environment subject to typical office noise and environment. Some positions may be assigned to remote locations. Positions require occasional overtime or weekend work and the ability to travel.