CSG Consultants, Inc. · 1 day ago
Urban/Assistant Planner (FT - Hybrid)
Foster City, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$33/hr - $45/hr
0+ years expCSG Consultants is a well-diversified organization in the planning sector, seeking an Urban/Assistant Planner. This role involves providing basic professional planning services in current and long-range planning, while working under the direction of senior planning staff and assisting in various planning duties and assignments.
ConsultingReal Estate
Responsibilities
Assists the senior staff in the administration of subdivision and land use regulations
Advises applicants and property owners in filing applications for land use review, including mapping and compiling data, General Plan, zoning, subdivision, variances, use permits, environmental review, and design review
Reviews planning project and permit applications and plans for completeness and for compliance with applicable codes, and consistency with development and design standards
Processes applications and non-structural plans necessary for issuance of a variety of permits
Files, routes, and tracks applications and permit documents to City departments and staff, and coordinates with other regulatory agencies and individuals concerned with proposed developments
Conducts site inspections and field investigations
Provides support to the Permit Center, coordinates with property owners, project developers, public officials, and consultants in review of plans for development
Assists in the review for compliance with the state or local Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO)
Acts as Project Manager for more routine Planning applications
Conducts architectural review, and develops special studies as needed
Maintains planning data using various computer software programs
Prepares graphics, public notices, and distribution lists for public hearings and/or meetings
Respond to basic inquiries from the general public and resolve issues related to the City’s planning and zoning procedures and specific permits at the public counter or via phone or email
Research and provide information to City staff and the general public regarding land use issues and standard environmental documentation
Develops special studies and general reports
May represent the municipality at Planning advisory committees, other committees, and agencies
Prepare a variety of reports and draft ordinances for City staff, the City Council, Zoning Administrator, and the Planning Commission
Prepare correspondence other similar documents to fulfill policy and legal requirements and
Perform other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
At least 6 months of professional urban planning experience or an internship with a municipality or other local government agency supplemented by a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban planning, architecture, or a related field
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities
Research and data collection methods
Principles and practices of planning and zoning administration
Environmental protection regulations such as California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), National Environmental Policy Action (NEPA), Clean Water Act, National Historic Preservation Act, Endangered Species Act, etc
State and local laws pertaining to land use such as the Williamson Act, Historic Preservation Programs, etc
Principles of effective customer service
Effective report writing and presentation techniques
Statistics and math applicable to planning and property development
Common computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, database management, internet, video conferencing, and geographic information systems
Learn the principles, concepts and techniques related to planning and zoning administration
Learn to review project descriptions, plans or field conditions and apply policy and code provisions to determine conformance
Interpret the General Plan, zoning ordinance, Subdivision code and other policy documents
Collect and analyze data
Prepare clear and concise reports
Communicate rules and procedures tactfully and effectively
Work on several projects or issues simultaneously
Build relationships and work respectfully, tactfully, and creatively with the public, agencies and staff
Speak and write effectively
Work independently or in a team environment
General office environment
Regularly requires working in sitting position with computer for extended periods
Ability to travel to client jobsites
Benefits
Company subsidized medical, dental, vision insurance for employees and family coverage
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), depending on your selected health insurance plan
Flexible Spending Accounts and Transit/Parking benefits
Group and Voluntary Life insurance
Long-Term Disability insurance
Employee Stock Ownership program*
401(k) program with a company match*
15 days Paid Time Off (PTO), 12 paid company holidays
California Paid Sick Leave (for part-time/as-needed employees)*
Employee Assistance program
Fitness Reimbursement program
Professional Development program*
Company
CSG Consultants, Inc.
CSG Consultants is a civil engineering company providing building, engineering, and construction management services.
201-500 employees
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