All Things Urban

We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and collaborative professional to take on the role of Junior or Assistant Planner in the Planning Division of the Community Development Department. The qualifications of the finalist selected will determine whether the position is filled at the Junior or Assistant level. You will join a fast-paced, dynamic team environment, and work under direct supervision while contributing to innovative planning projects. Tasks include assisting at the public counter with general inquiries, managing permit application intake, review, and distribution, and working on various current and long-range planning projects.

• Perform professional-level work in the field of current or advanced planning, zoning/land use, design, and environmental review.
• Perform multiple weekly shifts at the public counter, answering general inquiries in-person, by phone, or by email.
• Regularly confer with and advise architects, builders, attorneys, contractors, engineers, and the general public regarding City development policies, procedures, and standards.
• Manage electronic application intake, distribution, and monitoring of planning applications and other permits reviewed by the division via the City's software programs.
• Review development proposals for conformance with appropriate regulations and consistency with established policies; process permit applications; issue zoning clearances; and prepare reports and recommendations.
• Assist other planning staff on complex development (current) or advance planning projects, reporting and other duties as assigned.

Junior Planner

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban planning, housing, architecture, transportation planning, sustainability, or a closely related field.
• No experience necessary, though a master's degree, and internship experience are highly desirable.
• Valid California Class C driver's license.

Assistant Planner

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban planning, housing, or a closely related field.
• One year of professional planning, housing, architecture, transportation, planning, land use, or closely related experience. A master's degree in a directly related field may be substituted for six months of the required experience.
• Valid California Class C driver's license.

Bonus Points:

• Master's degree in urban planning, housing, or a closely related field.
• Local government experience in California.
• Member of the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS) degree, certification, or professional experience.

Prior to hire, candidates are required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including employment verification and Department of Justice (DOJ) fingerprint check. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination. The City of Mountain View is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

$101,553.92 - $151,636.42 Annually

We’re not fully sure whether this role is open to international candidates. If you would need visa sponsorship or work authorisation, we recommend checking directly with the employer before applying.