Land Use Planning Analyst*

San Bernardino County Land Use Services is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Land Use Planning Analyst* to join our team. The successful candidate will support the Planning Division performing a variety of complex and difficult administrative, operational, research, and analytical functions in support of departmental activities. Based on the assignment, Land Use Planning Analyst will lead or coordinate special projects and studies, collecting, analyzing, and presenting data, completing periodic reports for stakeholders, writing new policies and/or updating, and tracking program compliance and providing trainings to staff as requested.

*Official Job Title: Staff Analyst II. For more details, review the Staff Analyst II  job description.
Key Responsibilities:

Data Analysis and Reporting:
Collect, analyze, and interpret complex data related to land use, zoning, environmental impacts, and demographic trends.
Prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, and visualizations to communicate findings to stakeholders.
Research and evaluate planning policies, regulations, and best practices.
Assist in drafting and revising planning policies, ordinances, and guidelines.
Participate in public meetings, workshops, and hearings to present findings and gather community input.
Project Management:
Assist in the development and implementation of planning projects, ensuring alignment with county policies and regulations.
Monitor project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful completion.
Coordinate with internal departments, external agencies, and the public to facilitate project progress.
Administrative Support:
Monitor Trust Accounts
Provide support with Invoicing
Technical Support:
Provide technical assistance to planning staff, county departments, and the public on planning-related issues.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal planning regulations.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Candidates selected for this position must pass a background investigation and medical examination including drug screening; candidate selected for law enforcement departments, public safety positions, or positions where legally required, must pass a more stringent background check.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Minimum Requirements:
Candidates must meet BOTH the Education and Experience requirements to qualify.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
A completed Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Business Administration, Geography, Environmental Policy or a related field.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years of professional level experience in urban planning, analytical duties, special projects coordination, data/statistical analysis and reporting, and/or organizational/staffing analysis or related experience.

Desired Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess:

Strong research and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse groups and individuals.

Selection Process:
Examination Procedure:
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials.

Application Procedure:
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
Apply by 09/27/24 12:00 AM