Resource Planner Assistant I/II, Resource Planner Associate

Job Details

Under general direction, performs the full scope of journey-level professional resource planning work and coordinates environmental reviews; inspects, monitors, and ensures compliance of land use projects with approved plans, permit requirements, and environmental mitigations; assists with planning studies, community design, and general plan preparation; participates in planning policy formulation and implementation; explains planning ordinances, regulations, and policies to the public; and performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

RESOURCE PLANNER I, ASSISTANT

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.

Education and Experience:

Education equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major work in planning, geography, environmental studies or a closely related field.

Previous work experience related to resource planning and environmental monitoring work is desirable.

Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.

RESOURCE PLANNER II, ASSISTANT

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.

Education and Experience:

One (1) year of responsible work experience in performing professional resource planning work comparable to that of a Resource Planner I, Assistant with the County of Lake.

Education equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in planning, geography, environmental studies or a closely related field, is highly desirable.

A Master’s Degree in natural resources or environmental planning may substitute for the experience requirement.

Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.

RESOURCE PLANNER, ASSOCIATE

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.

Education and Experience:

Two (2) years of responsible work experience in performing professional resource planning work comparable to that of a Resource Planner II, Assistant with the County of Lake.

Education equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in planning, geography, environmental studies or a closely related field, is highly desirable.

A Master’s Degree in natural resources or environmental planning may substitute for the experience requirement.

Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.

General Recruitment Information

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The information presented in job postings, job descriptions, or recruitment materials does not form a legally binding contract, either explicit or implicit. Benefits may differ among different employee groups. The details provided in these materials are subject to change or cancellation without prior notification. Prospective employees of the County of Lake must undergo the County's pre-employment medical review program upon receiving a conditional job offer before assuming their position with the County.

Applicants may substitute relevant experience and/or education at a 2 to 1 ratio to fulfill minimum qualifications. For further details, individuals should reach out to the Human Resources department.

ADA Accommodations

Individuals in need of accommodation during the application and/or selection process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should reach out to County of Lake Human Resources at (707) 263-2213.

The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer

Veteran's Preference

RESOURCE PLANNER I, ASSISTANT
DEFINITION
Under general direction, to learn, perform and coordinate environmental reviews; to inspect, monitor, and ensure compliance of land use projects with approved plans, permit requirements, and environmental mitigations; to assist with planning studies, community design, and general plan preparation; to explain planning ordinances, regulations, and policies to the public; and to do related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the entry level in the professional Resource Planner class series. Incumbents are expected to learn and perform professional resource planning and inspection assignments. Incumbents are expected to develop substantial knowledge of the requirements, processes, and procedures of the Community Development Department as they perform initial work assignments.

This class is distinguished from Resource Planner II, Assistant by the fact that Resource Planner I, Assistants are working in a training and learning capacity and Resource Planner II, Assistants are expected to perform a broader range of assignments on a more independent basis.

Positions in the Resource Planner class series are flexibly staffed. Incumbents may advance to the higher classifications after gaining the knowledge, skill, experience, licenses, and certifications which meet the qualifications for and demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from supervisory and/or management staff, depending on areas of work assignments. Exercises no supervision over staff.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

• Plans and coordinates natural resource projects, including but not limited to creek restoration, wetland restoration, and erosion control.
• Coordinates and conducts environmental assessments, monitoring, and enforcement to ensure compliance with plans, permits, and mitigation measures.
• Inspects mines, geothermal projects, grading, and other natural resource projects to monitor compliance with approved reclamation plans, permit requirements, and mitigation measures.
• Analyzes data regarding pertinent laws, ordinances, regulations, and policies, determining appropriate methods and actions to reconcile conflicts with County requirements and state environmental law.
• Collects and records a variety of data related to permit activity, violations, and corrective actions.
• Maintains detailed logs and records.
• Initiates appropriate enforcement actions, when required.
• Prepares bills for mitigation monitoring and maintains proper accounting records.
• Prepares professional staff reports, including data summaries, recommendations, and conclusions.
• Makes oral presentations.
• Answers public inquiries regarding environmental and resource management issues, permit procedures and mitigation activities.
• May attend conferences and meetings and make presentations.
• Regularly travels to various off-site locations to conduct site inspections.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

• General theory, principles, and practices of land use planning and the application thereof to a variety of planning problems.
• Basic knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, and policies affecting land use and zoning.
• Research methods and statistical analysis.
• Mining activities and geothermal development.
• Environmental impacts of changes in land use.
• Graphic illustration and presentation.
• Computers and software used in professional planning work.

Ability to:

• Learn and perform professional environmental monitoring, enforcement, and planning studies.
• Read and interpret laws, ordinances, general plan elements, environmental impact statements, and other documents related to community planning and land use.
• Collect, compile, and analyze technical, statistical, and other information related to resource planning.
• Read and interpret maps.
• Prepare a variety of reports.
• Operate a computer and use appropriate software in the performance of professional resource planning work.
• Make effective oral and written presentations.
• Work constructively in conflict situations and develop effective resolutions to problems.
• Effectively represent the Community Development Department in responding to inquiries, providing assistance, and dealing with public and community organization concerns about resource planning and monitoring.
• Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines.
• Constantly demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.

Education and Experience:

Education equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major work in planning, geography, environmental studies or a closely related field.

Previous work experience related to resource planning and environmental monitoring work is desirable.

Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.
WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
The County of Lake is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Incumbents generally work in a typical office environment with adequate light and temperature. There may be occasional exposure?to?extreme temperatures, loud noise, fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, and poor ventilation; underground, confined, or restricted?workspaces; and heights more than five stories above ground level.? Incumbents may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Light Work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.

A successful candidate will be required to submit to and pass a background check prior to the appointment. Depending upon the position and/or assigned department, the background check may include but is not limited to civil and criminal history check, reference check, Live Scan, and/or credit check (as allowed under state law).

Disaster Service Workers: As members of the County of Lake Emergency Services Organization, all Lake County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to perform certain emergency services at the direction of the department and / or County.

The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of Lake assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a “meet and confer ” process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.

RESOURCE PLANNER II, ASSISTANT
DEFINITION
Under general direction, to perform and coordinate environmental reviews; to inspect, monitor, and ensure compliance of land use projects with approved plans, permit requirements, and environmental mitigations; to assist with planning studies, community design, and general plan preparation; to assist with planning policy formulation and implementation; to explain planning ordinances, regulations, and policies to the public; and to do related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the first working level in the professional Resource Planner class series. Incumbents are expected to perform a broad range of professional resource planning and inspection assignments.

This class is distinguished from Resource Planner, Senior in that Resource Planners, Senior are expected to perform the most complex, specialized resource planning and zoning enforcement work. This class is distinguished from Resource Planner I, Assistant in that Resource Planner I, Assistants are working in a training and learning capacity and Resource Planner II, Assistants are expected to perform a broader range of assignments on a more independent basis.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from supervisory and/or management staff, depending on areas of work assignments. Exercises no supervision over staff.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

• Plans and coordinates natural resource projects, including but not limited to creek restoration, wetland restoration, and erosion control.
• Coordinates and conducts environmental assessments, monitoring, and enforcement to ensure compliance with plans, permits, and mitigation measures.
• Inspects mines, geothermal projects, grading, and other natural resource projects to monitor compliance with approved reclamation plans, permit requirements, and mitigation measures.
• Analyzes data regarding pertinent laws, ordinances, regulations, and policies, determining appropriate methods and actions to reconcile conflicts with County requirements and state environmental law.
• Collects and records a variety of data related to permit activity, violations, and corrective actions.
• Maintains detailed logs and records.
• Initiates appropriate enforcement actions, when required.
• Prepares bills for mitigation monitoring and maintains proper accounting records.
• Prepares professional staff reports, including data summaries, recommendations, and conclusions.
• Makes oral presentations.
• Answers public inquiries regarding environmental and resource management issues, permit procedures and mitigation activities.
• May attend conferences and meetings and make presentations.
• Regularly travels to various off-site locations to conduct site inspections.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

• General theory, principles, and practices of land use planning and the application thereof to a variety of planning problems.
• Basic knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, and policies affecting land use and zoning.
• Research methods and statistical analysis.
• Mining activities and geothermal development.
• Environmental impacts of changes in land use.
• Graphic illustration and presentation.
• Computers and software used in professional planning work.

Ability to:

• Perform professional environmental monitoring, enforcement, and planning studies.
• Read and interpret laws, ordinances, general plan elements, environmental impact statements, and other documents related to community planning and land use.
• Collect, compile, and analyze technical, statistical, and other information related to resource planning.
• Read and interpret maps.
• Prepare a variety of reports.
• Operate a computer and use appropriate software in the performance of professional resource planning work.
• Make effective oral and written presentations.
• Work constructively in conflict situations and develop effective resolutions to problems.
• Effectively represent the Community Development Department in responding to inquiries, providing assistance, and dealing with public and community organization concerns about resource planning and monitoring.
• Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines.
• Constantly demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.

Education and Experience:

One (1) year of responsible work experience in performing professional resource planning work comparable to that of a Resource Planner I, Assistant with the County of Lake.

Education equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in planning, geography, environmental studies or a closely related field, is highly desirable.

A Master’s Degree in natural resources or environmental planning may substitute for the experience requirement.

Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.
WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
The County of Lake is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Incumbents generally work in a typical office environment with adequate light and temperature. There may be occasional exposure?to?extreme temperatures, loud noise, fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, and poor ventilation; underground, confined, or restricted?workspaces; and heights more than five stories above ground level.? Incumbents may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Light Work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.

A successful candidate will be required to submit to and pass a background check prior to the appointment. Depending upon the position and/or assigned department, the background check may include but is not limited to civil and criminal history check, reference check, Live Scan, and/or credit check (as allowed under state law).

Disaster Service Workers: As members of the County of Lake Emergency Services Organization, all Lake County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to perform certain emergency services at the direction of the department and / or County.

The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of Lake assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a “meet and confer ” process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.

RESOURCE PLANNER, ASSOCIATE
DEFINITION
Under general direction, to perform the full scope of journey level professional resource planning work and coordinate environmental reviews; to inspect, monitor, and ensure compliance of land use projects with approved plans, permit requirements, and environmental mitigations; to assist with planning studies, community design, and general plan preparation; to assist with planning policy formulation and implementation; to explain planning ordinances, regulations, and policies to the public; and to do related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the full journey level in the professional Resource Planner class series. Incumbents are expected to perform a broad range of complex professional resource planning and inspection assignments.

This class is distinguished from the Resource Planner II, Assistant in that Resource Planner, Associates are expected to perform at the full journey with more in-depth knowledge of County planning policies.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from supervisory and/or management staff, depending on areas of work assignments. Exercises no supervision over staff.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

• Performs a variety of complex, journey level, and professional resource planning work.
• Plans and coordinates natural resource projects, including but not limited to creek restoration, wetland restoration, and erosion control.
• Coordinates and conducts environmental assessments, monitoring, and enforcement to ensure compliance with plans, permits, and mitigation measures.
• Inspects mines, geothermal projects, grading, and other natural resource projects to monitor compliance with approved reclamation plans, permit requirements, and mitigation measures.
• Analyzes data regarding pertinent laws, ordinances, regulations, and policies, determining appropriate methods and actions to reconcile conflicts with County requirements and State environmental law.
• Collects and records a variety of data related to permit activity, violations, and corrective actions.
• Maintains detailed logs and records.
• Initiates appropriate enforcement actions, when required.
• Prepares bills for mitigation monitoring and maintains proper accounting records.
• Prepares professional staff reports, including data summaries, recommendations, and conclusions.
• Makes oral presentations.
• Answers public inquiries regarding environmental and resource management issues, permit procedures and mitigation activities.
• Attend conferences and meetings and make presentations.
• Regularly travels to various off-site locations to conduct site inspections.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

• General theory, principles, and practices of land use planning and the application thereof to a variety of Planning problems.
• Purposes and procedures of public planning agencies, boards, and commissions.
• Laws, rules, regulations and policies affecting land use and zoning.
• Research methods and statistical analysis.
• Mining activities and geothermal development.
• Environmental impacts of changes in land use.
• Graphic illustration and presentation.
• Computers and software used in professional planning work.

Ability to:

• Perform the full scope of journey level professional environmental monitoring, enforcement and planning studies.
• Read and interpret laws, ordinances, general plan elements, environmental impact statements, and other documents related to community planning and land use.
• Collect, compile, and analyze technical, statistical, and other information related to resource planning.
• Read and interpret maps.
• Prepare a variety of reports.
• Operate a computer and use appropriate software in the performance of professional resource planning work.
• Make effective oral and written presentations.
• Respond appropriately in conflicting situations and develop effective resolutions to problems.
• Effectively represent the Community Development Department in responding to inquiries, providing assistance, and dealing with public and community organization concerns about resource planning and monitoring.
• Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines.
• Constantly demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.

Education and Experience:

Two (2) years of responsible work experience in performing professional resource planning work comparable to that of a Resource Planner II, Assistant with the County of Lake.

Education equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in planning, geography, environmental studies or a closely related field, is highly desirable.

A Master’s Degree in natural resources or environmental planning may substitute for the experience requirement.

Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.
WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
The County of Lake is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Incumbents generally work in a typical office environment with adequate light and temperature. There may be occasional exposure?to?extreme temperatures, loud noise, fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, and poor ventilation; underground, confined, or restricted?workspaces; and heights more than five stories above ground level.? Incumbents may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Light Work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.

A successful candidate will be required to submit to and pass a background check prior to the appointment. Depending upon the position and/or assigned department, the background check may include but is not limited to civil and criminal history check, reference check, Live Scan, and/or credit check (as allowed under state law).

Disaster Service Workers: As members of the County of Lake Emergency Services Organization, all Lake County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to perform certain emergency services at the direction of the department and / or County.

The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of Lake assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a “meet and confer ” process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.

RETIREMENT - County employees are members of the California Public Employee Retirement system (CalPERS).CalPERS provides a defined benefit pension at retirement for County employees.The pension formulas and employee contribution amounts may vary by bargaining unit, date of hire, prior qualifying service, and classification. Please contact Human Resources for more information.

HEALTH AND INSURANCE BENEFITS - Medical, dental, hospital, vision, life and disability coverage is available to employees and their dependents. The County contributes $1,500 of the monthly premiums for the insurance plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL may be adjusted for current city or county government employees.

VACATION - 80 hours per year during the first five years of service, 120 hours per year after five years, and additional accruals based on years of service beyond fifteen years. Pro-rated for part-time employees.

SICK LEAVE - Accrues at a rate of 96 hours per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees.

HOLIDAYS- An average of twelve paid 8-hour holidays per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees.

SALARY - Lake County has an adopted salary schedule. The salary range for most classifications is in five increments with a provision for longevity increases. Appointments are normally made at the first step of the salary range.

SOCIAL SECURITY - County employees participate in Social Security.

CALIFORNIA STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE - SDI is available to some County employees.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANS and CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIPS are available to County employees.

Closing Date/Time: 7/28/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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