Planner I/II

Job Description:

Planner I/II

Description

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Resource Management Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.

Level I: $5,183 - $6,317 Monthly

Level II: $5,787 - $7,052 Monthly

Current vacancy is with the Resource Management Agency located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months.

*Position to receive a 4% Cost-of-Living salary increase effective 06/28/26.

Typical Duties

• Design and develop a variety of studies, plans, programs and reports.
• Research and write reports, ordinances, recommendations, grant applications and correspondence.
• Review legal opinions and legislation and administer existing regulations pertaining to subjects such as the General Plan, zoning, environment, Community Development Block Grants and land division.

For a full list of duties for Level I, please click here .

In addition to the above, Level II:

• Review new legislation and compare to previously enacted law and policies to determine need for changes in the local processes; determine potential impact of legislation on county goals, policies and programs; recommend implementation policies or adjustments needed.
• Review such applications as those for Local Agency Formation Commission, zoning and subdivision approval as well as Environmental Assessment Questionnaires for completeness and accuracy.
• Make presentations to and attend meetings of Planning Commission, citizens groups and other decision-making bodies to present and gather information concerning the General Plan, Community Development Block Grants, ordinances, environmental issues, and other matters.

For a full list of duties for Level II, please click here .

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.

Level I:

Education:

• Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban, regional or city planning; environmental studies; geography; architecture; or closely related field.

Education Equivalency:

• Five (5) years of experience as a Planning Technician III, or equivalent experience, providing technical information by phone, over the counter, and in writing to the public regarding land use and zoning requirements, building codes and procedures, and other related permit processes. Additional qualifying experience my substitute educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Level II:

Education:

• Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban, regional or city planning; environmental studies; geography; architecture; or closely related field.

Education Equivalency:

• Two (2) years of experience as a Planner I, or equivalent experience, performing professional level land use planning duties.
• Additional qualifying experience my substitute educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Experience:

• One (1) year of experience performing professional level land use planning duties.

Knowledge of:

Level I & Level II:

• Principles, practices, and purpose of land use planning and environmental assessment.
• Research methods and procedures.
• Statistics.
• Nomenclature, symbols and instruments used in planning work; basic drafting.

Skill/Ability to:

Level I:

• Work and communicate effectively with people of various educational and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
• Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
• Conduct research, analyze data, draw conclusions, and formulate recommendations.
• Read and interpret planning laws, rules and regulations.
• Plan, prepare and present material orally to groups at public hearings.
• Write clear, concise and accurate reports and letters.
• Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, the general public, and other department and agency staff.
• Communicate verbally with people of various educational and socioeconomic backgrounds in a patient, tactful, and courteous manner.
• Adjust to pressure of deadlines and changes in workload.
• Give and follow written and oral instructions.
• Maintain filing system for reference purpose.

Level II:

• Conduct research, analyze data, draw conclusions, and formulate recommendations.
• Read and interpret planning laws, rules and regulations.
• Plan, prepare and present material orally to groups at public hearings.
• Write clear, concise and accurate reports and letters.
• Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, the general public, and other department and agency staff.
• Communicate verbally with people of various educational and socioeconomic backgrounds in a patient, tactful and courteous manner.
• Adjust to pressure of deadlines and changes in workload.
• Give and follow written and oral instructions.
• Maintain filing system for reference purpose.
• Interpret and implement policies and procedures concerning planning matters.
• Interpret maps, graphs and aerial photographs.
• Assign and review work of paraprofessional planners.

License or Certificate:

Level I & Level II:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Level I

Knowledge of :

• Federal and state laws and regulations regarding planning and environmental issues.
• Local plans, policies and ordinances which affect land use and environmental decisions.
• Land development and permit review processes, zoning ordinances and subdivision regulations.
• Geographic Information Systems
• Use of personal computers and word processing software programs.

Skill/Ability to :

• Read and interpret maps and aerial photos.
• Interpret and implement policies and procedures, including General Plan policies, Local Agency Formation Commission policies, and Community Development Block Grant procedures.
• Assign and review work of paraprofessional planners.
• Compile housing and population data using descriptive statistics.

Level II

Knowledge of :

• Federal and state laws and regulations regarding planning and environmental issues.
• Local plans, policies and ordinances which affect land use and environmental decisions.
• Land development and permit review processes, zoning ordinances and subdivision regulations.
• Geographic Information Systems

Skill/Ability to :

• Read and interpret maps and aerial photos.
• Interpret and implement policies and procedures, including General Plan policies, Local Agency Formation Commission policies, and Community Development Block Grant procedures.
• Assign and review work of paraprofessional planners.
• Compile housing and population data using descriptive statistics.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment

Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act

This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bargaining Unit 3

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).

Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual:
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.

Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Career Incentive Pay
Employees who have completed five (5) or more Years of Service with Tulare County and meet the eligibility criteria described in Administrative Regulation - 52, earn additional pay according to the schedule below.

Years of Service

% Increase

Total

5

3%

3%

10

2%

5%

15

3%

8%

20

2%

10%

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

Closing Date/Time: 7/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$62,202.17 - $84,635.20 Annually