TULARE COUNTY
Visalia, California, United States
The closing date for this recruitment has been extended to August 12, 2024. This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Tulare County Regional Transit Agency. 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 Tulare County Regional Transit Agency located in Visalia. Typical Duties Manage all aspects of the Agency’s financial condition, including cash flow, grants management, revenue sources, and contract to asset management; work with Executive Director to create a budget and plan that sufficiently accounts for cash-flow on a monthly basis against anticipated monthly expenditures; perform a wide variety of responsible managerial and administrative support duties related to federal and state transit grant funding including grant preparation, administration, ensuring compliance and mandated reporting, work closely with federal agencies as grant and reporting system applications transition to the internet; administer the Transit budget including planning, preparation, purchasing, capital planning and revenue monitoring; prepare a variety of financial reports; participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; recommend and implement resulting policies and procedures for transit operations as they relate to grant funding compliance and financial management; ensure efficient flow of federal funds using complex reconciliation techniques associated with a variety of systems processing requirement; develop and provide to various state and federal agencies a 5-year plan for Transit’s capital and operating budget; coordinate and collaborate with departments, divisions, and outside agencies; serve as a liaison to transit related organizations in relation to program funding activities; administer Transit’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program, ensuring compliance; manage and supervise the processing of transit purchasing activities; oversee and ensure payroll functions for the division are performed in compliance with policies, procedures, and labor agreements; develop, document, and maintain complex statistical information required for reporting to the city, county, state, and federal agencies in accordance with individual agency guidelines; review various personnel documents and reports and assist supervisors and managers in resolving personnel related issues; provide staff assistance to the Executive Director; participate on a variety of committees; prepare and present staff reports and other correspondence as appropriate and necessary; respond to the activation of the agency’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) by coordinating the transportation of emergency personnel, resources, equipment, and supplies; participate in coordinating the Agency’s Disaster Route Priority Plan; attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of grants management and federal procurement and finance guidelines; oversee operating and capital budget planning, modification, reporting and analysis, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations; manage large-scale capital project investments in infrastructure, equipment, or other assets by ensuring sound financial decision-making and alignment with the agency’s strategic objectives; present monthly to the TCRTA Board of Trustees and in the role of Board Secretary/Treasurer review all Board resolutions and meeting minutes; serve as staff lead for the monthly Board Finance Committee which includes working closely with the Finance Committee Chair and setting the meeting agenda; Supervise and undertake tasks for Finance Department operations, including General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Asset Management functions; coordinate procurement and purchasing activities, ensuring timely planning and best value for agency contracts; ensure compliance with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and State of California financial management and grant administration requirements; in the area of compliance, serve in a lead role with the completion of the annual National Transit Database report and the FTA Triennial Review; provide general oversight of all contractual agreements, collaborating with legal counsel and insurance brokers; coordinate Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) activities, including goal setting and outreach efforts; supervise and coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring accurate preparation of financial statements; provide ongoing staff development and training to foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability; serve as an active member of the executive leadership team, offering financial and operational advice and recommendations; build and maintain effective working relationships with board members, staff, state and federal funding partners, vendors, auditors, banking representatives and other stakeholders. 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.) Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following. Education: A bachelor’s degree in accounting, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Experience: Four (4) years of experience in complex financial management of transit related programs that includes administration of grant funds and accounting responsibilities. Knowledge of : Federal Transit Administration (FTA) financial competency requirements and compliance; Federal and state transit grant programs including application, administration, and reporting requirements Principles and practices of public transportation and paratransit programs- : 5307 and 5339 formula funds and their respective rural funding source 5311 as administered by Caltrans; principles of budgeting and financial administration, public purchasing and bidding, contract development and administration; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations including the basic requirement of the Americans with Disabilities Act as it relates to public transit services; principles of management, analysis, and organizational design necessary to analyze and recommend change; principles of public and business administration, governmental functions, organization, and accounting; principles and methods of supervision; fiscal and personnel management; public funding, budgetary preparation, and control; current office methods, systems, procedures, forms, and equipment. Methods and procedures in analyzing problems and developing alternatives and solutions. Use of personal computers and Microsoft software programs. Skill/Ability to: Must be highly proficient in excel. Minimum knowledgebase requirement includes: Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts (including the use of =GETPIVOTDATA for dynamic analysis); Multiple criteria Lookups; Nested logical/IF formulas; Basic knowledge of Array formulas; Excel use of power pivot and Ability to pull down and integrate Backend data sources such as SSAS, JSON and OData Web Services, SQL Server, Microsoft Access, Flat Files, and others, and maybe ability to use Microsoft's Cloud PowerApps like Flow is highly desirable but not required. Conduct complex administrative and financial studies. Plan, assign, and supervise the work of others. Analyze, monitor, plan, prepare, and present complex administrative and financial studies. Analyze, monitor, plan, prepare, and present a complex budget with multi revenues sources. Analyze data, regulations, procedures, and requirements, and develop alternative solutions to a variety of administrative problems. Develop and achieve program goals. Establish priorities and assign and supervise work to ensure timely completion of critical projects and work. Revise, develop, and install methods and procedures; work independently, and organize and prioritize work. Read, comprehend, interpret, and explain complex legal and technical documents, reports, rules, regulations, and legislation. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of individuals, groups, and organizations. Be flexible to changes in workload and work situations; communicate effectively with a wide variety of people of various educational and socioeconomic backgrounds, in various program areas. Plan, prepare and effectively present material to groups. Give and follow oral and written instructions. Write clear and concise studies, reports, and fiscal information using correct grammar. HIGHLY DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: Experience: Account Payable; Accounts Receivable; directly managing Operating Expenditures and Revenues; eighteen (18) months of work in Public Transportation related finance experience that includes administration of FTA5307 and 5339 grant funds and accounting responsibilities; 5311 experience with CalTrans; Familiarity with California State Transportation Development Act (TDA) and associated funding streams (LTF and STA) along with filing for claims with MPO preferred. License or Certificate: Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) certification highly desirable Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF) highly desirable Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) certification preferred Additional Information 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 may be 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 Bargaining Unit 19 The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change. Benefit Amount: An annualbenefit amountis provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability).This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods). Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMOmedical plans which include PPOand HMO dental plans andinclude dentalandvision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, andVision Services Plan (VSP) . Retirement : The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems. Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days and 1 personal holiday. Vacation Accrual : 2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service) 3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service) 4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service) 5 weeks per year (11+ years of service) Limit of 300 hours. FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year. Sick Leave Accrual : 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 48 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave. Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company . Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is provided. This provides financial protection for you by paying a portion of your income while you are disabled. Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee. Deferred Compensation : A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available. To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/ The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change. Closing Date/Time: 8/12/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
The closing date for this recruitment has been extended to August 12, 2024. This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Tulare County Regional Transit Agency. 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 Tulare County Regional Transit Agency located in Visalia. Typical Duties Manage all aspects of the Agency’s financial condition, including cash flow, grants management, revenue sources, and contract to asset management; work with Executive Director to create a budget and plan that sufficiently accounts for cash-flow on a monthly basis against anticipated monthly expenditures; perform a wide variety of responsible managerial and administrative support duties related to federal and state transit grant funding including grant preparation, administration, ensuring compliance and mandated reporting, work closely with federal agencies as grant and reporting system applications transition to the internet; administer the Transit budget including planning, preparation, purchasing, capital planning and revenue monitoring; prepare a variety of financial reports; participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; recommend and implement resulting policies and procedures for transit operations as they relate to grant funding compliance and financial management; ensure efficient flow of federal funds using complex reconciliation techniques associated with a variety of systems processing requirement; develop and provide to various state and federal agencies a 5-year plan for Transit’s capital and operating budget; coordinate and collaborate with departments, divisions, and outside agencies; serve as a liaison to transit related organizations in relation to program funding activities; administer Transit’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program, ensuring compliance; manage and supervise the processing of transit purchasing activities; oversee and ensure payroll functions for the division are performed in compliance with policies, procedures, and labor agreements; develop, document, and maintain complex statistical information required for reporting to the city, county, state, and federal agencies in accordance with individual agency guidelines; review various personnel documents and reports and assist supervisors and managers in resolving personnel related issues; provide staff assistance to the Executive Director; participate on a variety of committees; prepare and present staff reports and other correspondence as appropriate and necessary; respond to the activation of the agency’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) by coordinating the transportation of emergency personnel, resources, equipment, and supplies; participate in coordinating the Agency’s Disaster Route Priority Plan; attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of grants management and federal procurement and finance guidelines; oversee operating and capital budget planning, modification, reporting and analysis, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations; manage large-scale capital project investments in infrastructure, equipment, or other assets by ensuring sound financial decision-making and alignment with the agency’s strategic objectives; present monthly to the TCRTA Board of Trustees and in the role of Board Secretary/Treasurer review all Board resolutions and meeting minutes; serve as staff lead for the monthly Board Finance Committee which includes working closely with the Finance Committee Chair and setting the meeting agenda; Supervise and undertake tasks for Finance Department operations, including General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Asset Management functions; coordinate procurement and purchasing activities, ensuring timely planning and best value for agency contracts; ensure compliance with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and State of California financial management and grant administration requirements; in the area of compliance, serve in a lead role with the completion of the annual National Transit Database report and the FTA Triennial Review; provide general oversight of all contractual agreements, collaborating with legal counsel and insurance brokers; coordinate Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) activities, including goal setting and outreach efforts; supervise and coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring accurate preparation of financial statements; provide ongoing staff development and training to foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability; serve as an active member of the executive leadership team, offering financial and operational advice and recommendations; build and maintain effective working relationships with board members, staff, state and federal funding partners, vendors, auditors, banking representatives and other stakeholders. 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.) Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following. Education: A bachelor’s degree in accounting, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Experience: Four (4) years of experience in complex financial management of transit related programs that includes administration of grant funds and accounting responsibilities. Knowledge of : Federal Transit Administration (FTA) financial competency requirements and compliance; Federal and state transit grant programs including application, administration, and reporting requirements Principles and practices of public transportation and paratransit programs- : 5307 and 5339 formula funds and their respective rural funding source 5311 as administered by Caltrans; principles of budgeting and financial administration, public purchasing and bidding, contract development and administration; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations including the basic requirement of the Americans with Disabilities Act as it relates to public transit services; principles of management, analysis, and organizational design necessary to analyze and recommend change; principles of public and business administration, governmental functions, organization, and accounting; principles and methods of supervision; fiscal and personnel management; public funding, budgetary preparation, and control; current office methods, systems, procedures, forms, and equipment. Methods and procedures in analyzing problems and developing alternatives and solutions. Use of personal computers and Microsoft software programs. Skill/Ability to: Must be highly proficient in excel. Minimum knowledgebase requirement includes: Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts (including the use of =GETPIVOTDATA for dynamic analysis); Multiple criteria Lookups; Nested logical/IF formulas; Basic knowledge of Array formulas; Excel use of power pivot and Ability to pull down and integrate Backend data sources such as SSAS, JSON and OData Web Services, SQL Server, Microsoft Access, Flat Files, and others, and maybe ability to use Microsoft's Cloud PowerApps like Flow is highly desirable but not required. Conduct complex administrative and financial studies. Plan, assign, and supervise the work of others. Analyze, monitor, plan, prepare, and present complex administrative and financial studies. Analyze, monitor, plan, prepare, and present a complex budget with multi revenues sources. Analyze data, regulations, procedures, and requirements, and develop alternative solutions to a variety of administrative problems. Develop and achieve program goals. Establish priorities and assign and supervise work to ensure timely completion of critical projects and work. Revise, develop, and install methods and procedures; work independently, and organize and prioritize work. Read, comprehend, interpret, and explain complex legal and technical documents, reports, rules, regulations, and legislation. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of individuals, groups, and organizations. Be flexible to changes in workload and work situations; communicate effectively with a wide variety of people of various educational and socioeconomic backgrounds, in various program areas. Plan, prepare and effectively present material to groups. Give and follow oral and written instructions. Write clear and concise studies, reports, and fiscal information using correct grammar. HIGHLY DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: Experience: Account Payable; Accounts Receivable; directly managing Operating Expenditures and Revenues; eighteen (18) months of work in Public Transportation related finance experience that includes administration of FTA5307 and 5339 grant funds and accounting responsibilities; 5311 experience with CalTrans; Familiarity with California State Transportation Development Act (TDA) and associated funding streams (LTF and STA) along with filing for claims with MPO preferred. License or Certificate: Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) certification highly desirable Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF) highly desirable Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) certification preferred Additional Information 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 may be 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 Bargaining Unit 19 The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change. Benefit Amount: An annualbenefit amountis provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability).This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods). Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMOmedical plans which include PPOand HMO dental plans andinclude dentalandvision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, andVision Services Plan (VSP) . Retirement : The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems. Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days and 1 personal holiday. Vacation Accrual : 2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service) 3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service) 4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service) 5 weeks per year (11+ years of service) Limit of 300 hours. FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year. Sick Leave Accrual : 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 48 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave. Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company . Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is provided. This provides financial protection for you by paying a portion of your income while you are disabled. Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee. Deferred Compensation : A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available. To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/ The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change. Closing Date/Time: 8/12/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CA
San Clemente, California, United States
Description San Clemente, the beautiful and historical Spanish Village by the Sea, is seeking a qualified Senior Planner to join our team. The Senior Planner is responsible for both short term and long range planning assignments making San Clemente an ideal place for individuals looking for wide-ranging experience in their planning careers. Under direction from the City Planner and the Principal Planner, the Senior Planner meets and confers with developers regarding the City’s development review process; analyzes development applications for consistency with applicable laws, codes and regulations; responds to questions and inquiries regarding planning rules and regulations; and provides assistance in the amendment of the City’s General Plan, Coastal Element, Housing Element and Zoning Ordinances. The ideal candidate will have an excellent understanding of the principles, practices, and techniques of urban planning. Additionally, they will have project management, critical thinking, and independent decision-making skills, exemplary customer service skills, and a passion for public service. Also, the ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, the ability to prioritize tasks, the ability to work on a variety of projects with competing deadlines, and will be adaptable and open to new situations, ideas, and challenges. Applicants should also have a strong track record of exercising good judgement, be solution oriented, and have a proven ability to communicate effectively to a wide range of audiences. First review of applications: Monday, August 12, 2024 DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Under direction from the City Planner and the Principal Planner, this is the advanced journey level class in the professional Planner series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series including providing assistance to developers in successful completion of the development review process. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility. Employees at this level may fully supervise lower level staff. Essential Functions Essential and other important functions may include, but are not limited, to the following: Meet and confer with developers regarding the City’s development review process; coordinate assigned planning projects including large tract maps, commercial projects, code amendments and general plan amendments. Review plans for conformance with land use codes and policies as applied by the Planning Commission and City Council. Serve as environmental coordinator; prepare environmental documentation for planning projects; ensure that planning projects are reviewed in a manner consistent with the California Environmental Quality Act; administer contracts for environmental consulting services, and other planning-related extension of staff contracts. Receive and respond to questions and inquiries from the general public, local business owners and developers; explain local land use policies and development procedures. Conduct research, interpret data and prepare and present reports on development projects or land use policy issues to the City Council, Planning Commission, Design Review Committee and other boards as required. Review final plans and conduct field inspections of projects to determine compliance with Planning Commission and City Council actions and land use codes. Schedule meetings, prepare agenda items and provide policy interpretations as requested. Stay abreast of new trends and practices in the field of urban planning through review of professional journals and through participation in training, conference and/or professional group meetings. Make presentations to staff, committees and general public; educate parties on the impacts of planning projects or policy issues. Provide supervision to lower level staff to achieve assigned objectives and balance workloads. May manage and implement housing and historic preservation programs and oversee both current and long range planning projects. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Typical Qualifications Knowledge of: Principles and practices of urban and regional land use planning. Operations, services and activities of an urban planning program. Supervisory principles and practices. Methods and techniques of research and analysis. Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation. Current literature, information sources and research techniques in the field of urban planning. GIS skills involving using geospatial concepts, data analysis, and mapping principles to solve problems. Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations underlying general plans, zoning, land divisions and environmental assessment, including but not limited to, California Coastal Act, Mills Act, Secretary of Interior Standards, State housing regulations, and Community Development Block Grants. Architecture and landscape design. Ability to: Independently perform complex research, analysis and report writing. Review plans for conformance with land use codes and conditions of approval. Prepare clear and concise analytical reports. Interpret, explain and enforce local, state and federal laws and regulations. Interpret planning and zoning programs for the general public. Analyze and compile technical and statistical information and prepare reports. Respond to difficult and sensitive public inquiries. Provide excellent customer service Understand and carry out oral and written directions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Supervise assigned staff. Experience and Education/Training Guidelines Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in urban or regional planning, urban design, public administration or related field. Education: Equivalent to a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban planning, geography, architecture, public administration or a related field. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class C Driver License within 6 months of appointment. Special Requirements: May be required to attend meetings during the evening or weekend hours. May be required to travel to to locations within and outside of city limits. WORKING CONDITIONS Work Environment : The primary work environment takes place indoors within an office setting. Work may involve traveling to locations within and outside of the City of San Clemente. Work may occasionally take place outdoors in the field, including construction sites. May be exposed to varying weather conditions. Physical Requirements : Work is performed in an indoor office environment, requiring extensive sitting, and some standing and walking; work is also performed outdoors in the field on an occasional basis, which involves frequent standing and walking. Moderate or light lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of boxes and files. Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling. Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment, handle files and documents. Operate motorized vehicles. Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone. Visual acuity to see/read documents and computer screen. Supplemental Information APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE All applicants must submit a completed City of San Clemente application form and supplemental questionnaire in order to be considered. Applications will not be accepted by fax or email. Applications must be submitted via the City's web site at http://san-clemente.org/jobs . All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the position may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skill, training, and experience. Prior to employment, the prospective candidate must successfully complete a background review, medical examination, including drug screen, and be fingerprinted, all at City expense. If selected, written identification showing entitlement to legally work in the United States will be required. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or age. In accordance with the ADA, candidates that require accommodation to perform the tasks of this position should contact Human Resources to inform them of the accommodation requested. NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. The City of San Clemente provides excellent benefits which include: FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE -Most positionswork a 9/80 work schedule. HOLIDAYS - The City presently recognizes 12 regular holidays, plustwo floating holidays. VACATION - Employees accumulate vacation at the rate of 120 hours per year increasing to a maximum of 180 hours based on years of service. ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE - Employees in this position are granted 64 hours per year. SICK LEAVE - Accrual of 8 hours per month. INSURANCE - The City provides a comprehensive benefit package including employee medical, dental, vision, short-term,and long-term disability insurance. LIFE INSURANCE - Value equal to two times annual earnings up to a maximum of $200,000. DEFERRED COMPENSATION - Employees may defer up to a maximum of $23,000 annually. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT - Employees may participate in either or both of the Health Care or Dependent Care programs. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - The City offers full-time employees and their dependents an EAP program which provides a variety of professional services. RETIREMENT - The City of San Clemente is a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), and is subject to the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA).The retirement formula for new employees is based on the category below that the new employee falls under. Employee contribution rates will be determined by the employee's classification and requirements under PEPRA. NOTE: The City is also a member of the Social Security system. As such, Full Time employees make contributions to Social Security in addition to their CalPERS contributions. Classic Member: Retirement Formula: 2% @ 55 Definition: CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the PEPRA definition of a "new member" as "classic members" who are subject to the Public Employees' Retirement Law (PERL). PEPRA allows a member after January 1, 2013, to retain his/her classic member retirement benefit status if the member continues his/her membership in all previous California Public Retirement System(s) by leaving his/her service credit and contributions (if any) on deposit, and the member enters into employment that results in CalPERS membership within six months of separating from the most recent California Public Retirement System. Classic member status also requires the membership date to be on or before December 31, 2012, in a California Public Retirement System in which reciprocity is established. New Member: Retirement Formula: 2% @ 62 Definition: A new member is defined in PEPRA as any of the following: • A new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System. • A new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, who has a break in service of greater than six months with another California Public Retirement System that is subject to Reciprocity. • A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, who is rehired by a different CalPERS employer after a break in service of greater than six months.
Description San Clemente, the beautiful and historical Spanish Village by the Sea, is seeking a qualified Senior Planner to join our team. The Senior Planner is responsible for both short term and long range planning assignments making San Clemente an ideal place for individuals looking for wide-ranging experience in their planning careers. Under direction from the City Planner and the Principal Planner, the Senior Planner meets and confers with developers regarding the City’s development review process; analyzes development applications for consistency with applicable laws, codes and regulations; responds to questions and inquiries regarding planning rules and regulations; and provides assistance in the amendment of the City’s General Plan, Coastal Element, Housing Element and Zoning Ordinances. The ideal candidate will have an excellent understanding of the principles, practices, and techniques of urban planning. Additionally, they will have project management, critical thinking, and independent decision-making skills, exemplary customer service skills, and a passion for public service. Also, the ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, the ability to prioritize tasks, the ability to work on a variety of projects with competing deadlines, and will be adaptable and open to new situations, ideas, and challenges. Applicants should also have a strong track record of exercising good judgement, be solution oriented, and have a proven ability to communicate effectively to a wide range of audiences. First review of applications: Monday, August 12, 2024 DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Under direction from the City Planner and the Principal Planner, this is the advanced journey level class in the professional Planner series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series including providing assistance to developers in successful completion of the development review process. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility. Employees at this level may fully supervise lower level staff. Essential Functions Essential and other important functions may include, but are not limited, to the following: Meet and confer with developers regarding the City’s development review process; coordinate assigned planning projects including large tract maps, commercial projects, code amendments and general plan amendments. Review plans for conformance with land use codes and policies as applied by the Planning Commission and City Council. Serve as environmental coordinator; prepare environmental documentation for planning projects; ensure that planning projects are reviewed in a manner consistent with the California Environmental Quality Act; administer contracts for environmental consulting services, and other planning-related extension of staff contracts. Receive and respond to questions and inquiries from the general public, local business owners and developers; explain local land use policies and development procedures. Conduct research, interpret data and prepare and present reports on development projects or land use policy issues to the City Council, Planning Commission, Design Review Committee and other boards as required. Review final plans and conduct field inspections of projects to determine compliance with Planning Commission and City Council actions and land use codes. Schedule meetings, prepare agenda items and provide policy interpretations as requested. Stay abreast of new trends and practices in the field of urban planning through review of professional journals and through participation in training, conference and/or professional group meetings. Make presentations to staff, committees and general public; educate parties on the impacts of planning projects or policy issues. Provide supervision to lower level staff to achieve assigned objectives and balance workloads. May manage and implement housing and historic preservation programs and oversee both current and long range planning projects. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Typical Qualifications Knowledge of: Principles and practices of urban and regional land use planning. Operations, services and activities of an urban planning program. Supervisory principles and practices. Methods and techniques of research and analysis. Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation. Current literature, information sources and research techniques in the field of urban planning. GIS skills involving using geospatial concepts, data analysis, and mapping principles to solve problems. Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations underlying general plans, zoning, land divisions and environmental assessment, including but not limited to, California Coastal Act, Mills Act, Secretary of Interior Standards, State housing regulations, and Community Development Block Grants. Architecture and landscape design. Ability to: Independently perform complex research, analysis and report writing. Review plans for conformance with land use codes and conditions of approval. Prepare clear and concise analytical reports. Interpret, explain and enforce local, state and federal laws and regulations. Interpret planning and zoning programs for the general public. Analyze and compile technical and statistical information and prepare reports. Respond to difficult and sensitive public inquiries. Provide excellent customer service Understand and carry out oral and written directions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Supervise assigned staff. Experience and Education/Training Guidelines Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in urban or regional planning, urban design, public administration or related field. Education: Equivalent to a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban planning, geography, architecture, public administration or a related field. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class C Driver License within 6 months of appointment. Special Requirements: May be required to attend meetings during the evening or weekend hours. May be required to travel to to locations within and outside of city limits. WORKING CONDITIONS Work Environment : The primary work environment takes place indoors within an office setting. Work may involve traveling to locations within and outside of the City of San Clemente. Work may occasionally take place outdoors in the field, including construction sites. May be exposed to varying weather conditions. Physical Requirements : Work is performed in an indoor office environment, requiring extensive sitting, and some standing and walking; work is also performed outdoors in the field on an occasional basis, which involves frequent standing and walking. Moderate or light lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of boxes and files. Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling. Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment, handle files and documents. Operate motorized vehicles. Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone. Visual acuity to see/read documents and computer screen. Supplemental Information APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE All applicants must submit a completed City of San Clemente application form and supplemental questionnaire in order to be considered. Applications will not be accepted by fax or email. Applications must be submitted via the City's web site at http://san-clemente.org/jobs . All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the position may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skill, training, and experience. Prior to employment, the prospective candidate must successfully complete a background review, medical examination, including drug screen, and be fingerprinted, all at City expense. If selected, written identification showing entitlement to legally work in the United States will be required. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or age. In accordance with the ADA, candidates that require accommodation to perform the tasks of this position should contact Human Resources to inform them of the accommodation requested. NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. The City of San Clemente provides excellent benefits which include: FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE -Most positionswork a 9/80 work schedule. HOLIDAYS - The City presently recognizes 12 regular holidays, plustwo floating holidays. VACATION - Employees accumulate vacation at the rate of 120 hours per year increasing to a maximum of 180 hours based on years of service. ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE - Employees in this position are granted 64 hours per year. SICK LEAVE - Accrual of 8 hours per month. INSURANCE - The City provides a comprehensive benefit package including employee medical, dental, vision, short-term,and long-term disability insurance. LIFE INSURANCE - Value equal to two times annual earnings up to a maximum of $200,000. DEFERRED COMPENSATION - Employees may defer up to a maximum of $23,000 annually. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT - Employees may participate in either or both of the Health Care or Dependent Care programs. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - The City offers full-time employees and their dependents an EAP program which provides a variety of professional services. RETIREMENT - The City of San Clemente is a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), and is subject to the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA).The retirement formula for new employees is based on the category below that the new employee falls under. Employee contribution rates will be determined by the employee's classification and requirements under PEPRA. NOTE: The City is also a member of the Social Security system. As such, Full Time employees make contributions to Social Security in addition to their CalPERS contributions. Classic Member: Retirement Formula: 2% @ 55 Definition: CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the PEPRA definition of a "new member" as "classic members" who are subject to the Public Employees' Retirement Law (PERL). PEPRA allows a member after January 1, 2013, to retain his/her classic member retirement benefit status if the member continues his/her membership in all previous California Public Retirement System(s) by leaving his/her service credit and contributions (if any) on deposit, and the member enters into employment that results in CalPERS membership within six months of separating from the most recent California Public Retirement System. Classic member status also requires the membership date to be on or before December 31, 2012, in a California Public Retirement System in which reciprocity is established. New Member: Retirement Formula: 2% @ 62 Definition: A new member is defined in PEPRA as any of the following: • A new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System. • A new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, who has a break in service of greater than six months with another California Public Retirement System that is subject to Reciprocity. • A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, who is rehired by a different CalPERS employer after a break in service of greater than six months.