ASSISTANT / ASSOCIATE PLANNER - City of Riverside

The City of Riverside's is looking for a dynamic individual to join their team to fill multiple vacancies in the Planning Division of the Community and Economic Development Department.   The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within these classifications for up to six (6) months including upcoming vacancies.

The Community & Economic Development Department is seeking the best and brightest planning professionals to join their Advance Planning, Current Planning, Historic Preservation, and Public Information teams committed to building a world-class City. The work environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, challenging, rewarding, and fun. The City values innovation, initiative, customer service, collaboration and community engagement.  

 

An ideal candidate, has experience in case review and evaluation, working with applicants, writing staff reposts and is comfortable with providing the public with information.

Assistant Planner ($5,184.00 -$6,949.00 Monthly) This is the entry level professional classification in the Planning Series.  Assistant Planner performs semi-professional level work in the field of urban planning. Typical work responsibilities include case writing, analysis, and public information, requiring the application of fundamental planning principles. Assignments are of moderate difficulty and within the design and procedural framework established by higher level management staff; however, as experience is acquired, the employee performs with substantial independence.

 

Associate Planner ($6,210.00 - $8,322.00 Monthly) This is the journey level professional class in the Planning Series.  Positions in this class are normally filled by advancement from the entry level professional classification of Assistant Planner or, when filled from the outside, require prior professional planning work experience. Work involves complex duties with increasing responsibility related to urban planning issues as professional knowledge and skills improve. The Associate Planner provides general guidance and direction to Assistant Planners, Planning Technicians and other administrative support staff.  

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Riverside, California

Agency: Community Development