Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, architecture, environmental science or related field AND (3) three to five (5) years of professional full-time experience in municipal planning or related field. Certification by the American Institute of Certified Planning (AICP) is desired, but not required. Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class C Driver’s License and a Certificate of Automobile Insurance for Personal Liability is required.

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of urban planning and zoning administration; California development law, city planning, zoning and building codes, and other applicable federal, state, and local legislation; statistical and research methods applied to the collection and analysis of data pertinent to planning; municipal codes for building and zoning, housing construction, building inspection, community block grant, rental assistance, housing rehabilitation, real estate, and fair housing laws; budget, contract and grant administration; principles and application of construction contract management and problem solving; funding and grant sources; current trends in federal, state and local housing including density bonus guidelines and Section 8 provisions and requirements.

Ability to: Prepare clear and concise presentations, ordinances and reports; develop, read and interpret diagrams, plans and specifications; evaluate project compliance with federal, state, and local regulations; interpret and explain City and department codes, ordinances, laws and regulations; manage and organize multiple projects to meet deadlines; establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships; communicate effectively in writing and orally, and reason logically and creatively; exercise independent judgment, and initiative as required in the performance of assigned tasks. On a continuous basis sit at desk; frequent use of hands and fingers; speak and hear; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; walk and stand to perform office activities and site inspections; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; occasionally bend, squat, stoop, kneel, push, pull, and lift 25 pounds; subject to frequent interruptions, public contact and moderate noise level in the work environment.