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Job Description
Description
The City of Laguna Beach is excited to announce that we are accepting applications for Associate Planner in the Community Development Department. We currently have one (1) vacancy we are looking to fill immediately. We are looking for an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and customer service-oriented professional to join our team. The Associate Planner will be responsible for complex plans examination, policy development, and staff report preparation. This is a great opportunity to work in a coastal community with a department working on residential ADU projects, residential remodels, large-scale projects and updates such as the Comprehensive Zoning Code Update, Downtown Promenade, and the Downtown Specific Plan Update.
What you’ll be great at:- Professional and Technical Expertise
- Integrity and Ethics
- Customer Service
- Analysis & Problem-Solving
- Organizational & Project Management
- Attention to Detail & Accuracy
- Strong Communication & Collaboration
Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on April 30, 2025.
Examples of Duties
The normal duties for this position can be found in the job description for Associate Planner . They are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:
Education: Education equivalent to completion of a four-year degree from an accredited university or college with major course work in planning, geography, public administration, business management or a closely related field.
Experience: Four to five years of increasingly responsible experience in urban planning in either current or comprehensive planning.
Supplemental Information
This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may be used to fill vacancies in the same or lower classifications.
Application/Selection Process: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on April 30, 2025. Applications will be screened carefully, and selected applicants will be invited to participate in the Structured Panel Interview. The appointing hiring authority will further review the job-related qualifications of those deemed eligible for hire before making selection decisions. The selection process may be modified based on the needs of the City.
Pre-Placement Process: The selected candidate must successfully complete the pre-placement process, which includes a fingerprint check through the California Department of Justice, a comprehensive background check (including verification of education and employment), and reference checks.
Why work for Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach is a beautiful coastal city located in Orange County, California, with a vibrant art scene and cultural events. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including City paid health insurance for employees, alternative work schedules, wellness programs and more! The City has a strong commitment to its employees, providing opportunities for professional growth and development through training and education programs.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Laguna Beach
Show moreThe City of Laguna Beach was founded on June 29, 1927, and is a small town of picturesque beaches, hiking trails, a walkable downtown, and summer art festivals. Located in southwest Orange County, Laguna Beach occupies 8.84 square miles, has a population of approximately 23,000 and welcomes six million visitors each year.
The City provides a full range of services, including recreational activities, cultural arts events, public works services, transit operations, community development, administrative services, and police, fire, and marine safety protection. Laguna Beach operates under a council-manager form of government. Policymaking and legislative authority are vested in a five-person City Council. The City Manager carries out the policies and ordinances of the City Council, oversees the day-to-day operations of the City, and appoints department heads.
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