NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Planning Manager I/II
Ventura and will require travel throughout Ventura County, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$109K/yr - $167K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is part of Ventura County, which aims to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public through effective resource management. The Planning Manager will oversee daily activities within the Planning Division, manage staff, and ensure compliance with land use regulations and policies.
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Responsibilities
Manages the section's daily activities including consultant services; supervises, hires, trains, counsels, and evaluates assigned staff; and recommends or imposes management or disciplinary action
Administers, reviews, and evaluates daily activities of the Planning Division Section (e.g.: Conditional Use Permits, Planned Development Permits, etc.) for processing cases consistent with land use regulations, both coastal and non-coastal areas of the county, and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) compliance reporting
Provides management-level expertise, input, and decision-making for ministerial and discretionary projects and permits including coordination and oversight of consultant services
Manages work assignments and monitors planner case management activities for section planners
Functions as a member of the Planning Division Management Team to propose, evaluate, and develop policies and procedures for the Division and the County
Serves on a standing committee of managers who meet and review new development projects and policies related to Zoning Ordinance, General Plan, and operations within the Planning Division
May represent the Planning Director or Assistant Planning Director at meetings or public hearings
Performs other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or a related field
Five (5) years of progressively responsible land-use planning experience which includes some training, education or direct experience in the areas of supervisory and management practices
Possession of a valid California driver license
Experience working with elected and appointed public officials and bodies, public agencies, and community groups
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Experience implementing state and local regulations that pertain to housing and resource planning in agricultural areas, environmentally sensitive habitat areas, and compliance with Local Coastal Plans and the California Coastal Act
Master's degree in urban and/or Regional Planning, Natural Resources or related field
Three (3) or more years management experience leading a team of professional planning staff
Two (2) or more years of experience in the preparation of environmental impact reports pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) membership
Benefits
General Salary Increase –3.5 % effective December 21, 2025, December 20, 2026, and December 19, 2027.
Educational incentive- An educational incentive of 2.5% for completion of an associate degree, 3.5% for completion of a bachelor's degree, OR 5.0% for completion of a graduate degree.
Bilingual incentive- Proficiency levels by exam are $.69 per hour (Level I), $1.00 per hour (Level II), or $1.32 per hour (Level Ill).
Annual Leave Accrual- New regular, full-time employees in this classification will earn 208 hours per year, increasing to 288 hours after 5 years of service.
Annual Leave Redemption- Upon using 80 hours of annual leave within the proceeding 12-month period, an employee may elect to "cash in" or redeem up to 100 of annual leave accrued in the same year.
Deferred Compensation- Eligible to participate in the County's 401(k) Shared Savings Plan and/or the Section 457 Plan. This position is eligible for up to a 3% match on your 401(k) contributions.
Health Plans- Full time employees are given a flexible credit allowance of up to $26,626.96 annually to offset the purchase of medical insurance for you and your dependents.
Dental and Vision- Employees who select dental and vision, shall receive dental and vision at no cost.
Flexible Spending Accounts- Choice of participation in the Flexible Spending Accounts which increases spending power through reimbursement of pre-tax dollars for IRS approved dependent care and health care expenses.
Pension Plan- Both the County and employees contribute to the County's Retirement Plan and to Social Security. If eligible, reciprocity may be established with other public retirement systems, such as PERS.
Holidays- 13 paid days per year which includes a scheduled floating holiday.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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