JOB
This recruitment is subject to close without advance notice.
Interviews Date: TBDFinal Interview Date: TBD
Competitive Wages: 4% COLA increase effective July 1, 2026
The Community Development Department is looking for an enthusiastic, excellent interpersonal skills, dedicated, knowledgeable, and customer service-oriented professional to join our team. If you are interested in joining a team that is motivated and committed to delivering the highest level of customer service, apply today! The department is responsible for administering and enforcing local and state regulations applicable to construction on private property within the city. Included in this responsibility is the review of construction plans, issuance of permits and field inspection of projects from foundation through final completion of buildings. The department plays the major role in ensuring conformance with city ordinances, state laws, and promoting property maintenance.
Situated 12 miles from the majestic foothill mountains, the beautiful City of San Marino, California, with a population of approximately 13,000 is located northeast of Los Angeles in the San Gabriel Valley. Incorporated in 1913, San Marino is primarily a residential community known for expansive properties surrounded by beautiful gardens, wide streets, well- maintained parkways, and top- performing schools. A city of 3.75 square miles, the City is home to numerous recreational and cultural opportunities that complement all interests. Residents and visitors enjoy hiking in the foothill mountains, exhibits at The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, historical culture and art galleries at the Old Mill (El Molino Viejo), and recreational activities at the historic Lacy Park. Other recreational activities include shopping and dining in the delightful business districts along Mission Street and Huntington Drive. With a focus on resident services and community engagement, the City of San Marino is recognized for its police and fire services, library, parks and community amenities, and planning and zoning that maintain the community’s high-quality residential character.
DEFINITION
Associate Planner-
The Associate Planner functions under the Senior Planner and under the direction of the Community Development Director.
Assistant Planner-
Under general supervision, performs professional and technical planning work in the development and implementation of current, long range, community and environmental goals as governed by planning ordinances and development relating to municipal planning, environmental review, and housing.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Associate Planner-
The Associate Planner is the journey level position in the professional planning series that performs routine professional level work in the field of current planning and advanced planning, environmental analysis, and building code administration.
Assistant Planner-
Reporting to the Senior Planner, the Assistant Planner is an entry-level position in the professional planning series that performs routine professional-level work in the field of current and advanced planning, environmental analysis, and building code Administration. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Associate Planner/Assistant Planner
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
Associate Planner-
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Provides assistance at the public counter with inquiries and requests regarding the City's planning functions and procedures for obtaining building permits.
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Reviews development plans for construction of single-family homes and commercial buildings; explains the City's zoning requirements and procedures to contractors, architects and homeowners for applications to the Design Review Committee and Planning Commission.
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Participates in the preparation of initial studies and in the preparation of, or review of environmental impact reports.
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Provides primary staff support to the Design Review Committee; compiles information and makes recommendations on special studies and prepares routine planning reports.
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Assists in making presentations to the Planning Commission, City Council, and various committees and advisory boards as directed.
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Participates in zoning enforcement and administration; assists in reviewing development proposals; researches and drafts ordinances for review.
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Assists in coordinating City planning activities with outside departments.
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May provide supervisory responsibilities over subordinate personnel.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Assistant Planner-
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Provide assistance at the public counter regarding inquiries and requests about the City's planning functions and procedures for obtaining building permits.
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Interpret and explain City policies, plans, procedures, and regulations to the public.
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Conduct code enforcement field studies, investigations, and compliance actions.
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Review development plans for construction of single-family homes and commercial buildings; explain the City's plans for construction of single-family homes and commercial buildings; explain the City's zoning requirements and procedures to contractors, architects and homeowners for application to the Design Review Committee and Planning Commission.
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Participate in preparing initial studies and in preparing or reviewing environmental impact reports; compile information and make recommendations on special studies and prepares routine planning reports.
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Assist in the creation of presentations for the Planning Commission, City Council, various committees, and advisory boards.
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Participate in zoning enforcement and administration.
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Research and draft ordinances for review; and assist in coordinating City planning activities with outside departments.
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Research, collect and analyze demographic, social, economic, geographic, and environmental data and write reports to make recommendations to management.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
