Senior Planner

We’re looking for a highly motivated, highly skilled, innovative, enthusiastic, and collaborative professional to take on the role of Senior Planner.  You will join a fast-paced, dynamic team environment, producing results in innovative planning projects, both current and advanced within the Planning Division of the Community Development Department. The Planning Division is a tight-knit team focused on creating and implementing innovative planning policies and projects to address community goals and needs. Mountain View is known for its innovative approaches in creating Precise Plans to encourage smart growth, sustainability and complete community principles. Current work efforts in progress include updating the Historic Preservation Ordinance; preparing a comprehensive update to the Downtown Precise Plan; creating a new Precise Plan for the Moffett Boulevard area; implementing programs and initiatives contained in the City’s certified 2023-2031 Housing Element; as well as a variety of complex current planning projects that will provide opportunities for professional growth to prepare staff for future career advancement.

The Senior Planner position receives direction from a higher-level managerial position and may exercise supervision over other professional or technical staff. If you are looking to make a community-wide impact in a key planning role, this position is for you! 

What you will do: 

• Manage highly-complex development projects including master plans, mixed-use, commercial, and residential.
• Research and prepare simple to complex reports and documents including advanced planning policy topics such as General Plan amendments, updating the City’s precise plans, and rezoning requests.
• Confer with and advise architects, builders, attorneys, contractors, engineers, and the general public regarding City development policies and standards.
• Perform site visits relating to new development applications, building construction, and code enforcement issues.
• Make presentations to the City Council, Environmental Planning Commission, Zoning Administrator, developers, community groups, and outside agencies.
• Supervise the work of Planning interns and other Planning staff as needed.

The Essentials: 

• Four years of progressively responsible experience in urban planning/design or economic development/redevelopment.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in urban or regional planning, architecture, or a closely related field.

Bonus Points:

• Housing Element implementation/long range planning experience.
• Experience on development projects requiring legislative changes.
• Experience presenting to City Council and leading outreach meetings.
• A Master’s degree in urban or regional planning, architecture, or a closely related field.
• A member of the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)

The Perks!

Salary:

Annual salary range is $119,995 to $179,993 with a control point of $149,994.  Pay beyond the control point may be awarded for exceptional experience and qualifications upon hire and/or for meritorious performance while serving.

Comprehensive Benefits:

• Generous paid leave and group health coverage (medical, dental, vision, EAP, Life & Disability Insurance)
• CalPERS retirement (2.7% at 55 formula for classic members; 2% at 62 for new members); employees contribute 11.5% for classic members and 10.5% for new members to CalPERS with no Social Security deduction
• Paid Parental Leave Program with up to 8 weeks paid leave
• Management leave of 80 hours per fiscal year; paid out at end of fiscal year if not used
• Consideration for telecommuting up to two days a week or an alternate schedule after completing an initial training period, with department head approval.
• Support for Continuous Learning & Development:
• Up to $2,000 in tuition reimbursement for education advancement annually, with a one-time opportunity for up to $20,000 for the completion of a work-related Bachelor’s or Master’s
• Professional/Technology Development Funds $1,000 annually
• Wellness and Engagement Culture:
• Access to an onsite employee gym
• Incentive pay for participating in the City’s wellness program
• Up to $100/month City contribution for mass transit expenses, with $10/month minimum employee contribution; a bicycle commute incentive
• Ongoing commitment to robust internal communication and feedback.
• And More: Employee appreciation days and activities

Apply Now!

Submit your application and resume online at www.calopps.org or to the Human Resources Department; City of Mountain View, 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94041, (650) 903-6309.  Please provide a valid email address on your application. Application materials will be screened on a continuous basis with a first application review date of Friday, May 3, 2024. This recruitment may close at any time.