JOB DESCRIPTION

The Planning Division Chief classification is charged with the responsibility for major departmental operations within the Planning & Community Development Services Department. This classification reports to the Director and may substitute in the absence of the Director. Incumbents plan, direct and manage the day-to-day operations of a division, work independently, use good sound judgment and discretion in handling the most complex, varied and specialized administrative and planning and community development programs.

Duties

• Manages the day-to-day operations of a Planning Division within the Planning and Community Development Services Department.
• Directly supervises management staff and other administrative personnel engaged in the activities of the assigned division.
• Plans, organizes, directs, supervises and assigns work in accordance with departmental policy and the annual work program; coordinates work assignments and reviews work of subordinates for accuracy and completeness.
• Determines priorities and objectives and makes recommendations to the Director; coordinates the functions within each division and with the various divisions including, Planning, Community Development, and the Administrative and Fiscal Division.
• Advises the Director and Executive Management Team concerning development projects, policies, procedures, personnel matters, staff development and fiscal matters.
• Evaluates the functions, operations and divisional needs of assigned division and proposes improved administrative policies, organization and procedures.
• Participates in the development and implementation of the annual work program.
• Participates in the preparation and management of the departmental budget.
• Reviews and amends complex plans and project proposals.
• Reviews and recommends departmental positions on proposals and projects.
• Prepares complex reports.
• Maintains statistics and data relating to the operations of the assigned division.
• Acts as a hearing officer as assigned.
• Acts for the Director in her absence.
• Maintains cooperative work relations with other County departments, private and public agencies.
• Attends meetings and makes presentations to the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors.
• Meets with community groups, organizations, and members of the public.
• Represents the department at various hearings and meetings.

Minimum Qualifications / Employment Standards:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in planning or a related field AND five (5) years of experience in governmental work relating to land-use planning and/or land development, one (1) year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity; OR any equivalent combination of education, training or experience.

Possess and maintain a valid California Class "C" Driver's License upon appointment.

Application Closing Date: 9/24/2025 5:00 PM Pacific