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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

Deputy Director of Planning

Rancho Cucamonga City Hall, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$10,151/mo - $13,971/mo

6+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Deputy Director of Planning for the City of Rancho Cucamonga. This role involves supporting the Planning Director in managing daily operations of the Planning Department, overseeing complex planning initiatives, and ensuring high-quality customer service to residents, developers, and partner agencies.

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Responsibilities

Partner with the Planning Director to lead the Planning Division’s operations, staffing, and work program

Serve as an advisor to appointed bodies and elected officials on land use policy, development trends, and planning strategy

Lead and manage complex planning initiatives, including zoning code updates, housing implementation, and infill development projects

Navigate politically sensitive and technically complex development proposals with professionalism and sound judgment

Represent the department on behalf of the Planning Director as needed, ensuring continuity in leadership and decision-making

Oversee development review and entitlement processes, balancing efficiency, design quality, and community outcomes

Mentor and develop professional planning staff and future leaders within the organization

Qualification

UrbanRegional planningLand use policyProject managementProfessional certification (AICP)Community participationCustomer serviceAnalytical skillsLeadershipCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Graduation from college with a Bachelor's degree in urban and regional planning, public administration, or a related field, is required

Six or more years of increasingly responsible professional planning and zoning experience, including employee supervision, project management, community participation, and related work

A valid Class C California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's Vehicle Insurance Policy

Preferred

A Master's degree in Planning, Public Policy, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field is highly desirable

Professional certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners is highly desirable

Benefits

Retirement – California Public Employee's Retirement System (CalPERS)

Medical - $1,400 per month City paid

Dental – City paid

Vision– City paid

Deferred Compensation – 4% of base salary. City will match up to 2% of monthly base salary per month.

Life Insurance -$50,000 City paid

Administrative Leave –85 hours per fiscal year

Vacation - 80 hours per year increasing to 180 hours after 15 years of service. Buyback option of up to 160 hours per fiscal year.

Holidays - 14 paid holidays including three discretionary holidays

Sick leave - 120 hours per year

Personal Leave– 40 hours of sick leave or vacation time may be used for personal leave per fiscal year

Bereavement Leave– 80 hours paid bereavement leave as needed

Tuition Reimbursement - $2,300 per fiscal year

Long-Term Disability (LTD)- City paid

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)- Medical and Dependent Care available

Voluntary Employee Benefit Association (VEBA)- Employee pays mandatory $20 bi-weekly basis

Flexible work schedule

Remote work

Bring your dog to work

Baby on board

Dress for your day

RC cares

Payroll deduction for Camp Cucamonga Summer Camp

Lunch and learns

Corporate discount rate at 24 Hour Fitness

Access to our on-site gyms at City Hall and Public Works (equipment includes treadmills, weights, Peloton bikes, elliptical etc.)

Jet Dental – an onsite dental service

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee wellness and development programs – Take your kid to work day, Health Fair, Staff development day, Leadership academy, Take your co worker to work day, Know your numbers)

City tour

New employee Mixer and welcome basket

Employee activities committee