Senior Planner

Summary

Join Rincon Consultants, Inc. as an As-Needed Senior Planner and manage complex planning projects, including residential, commercial, mixed-use, industrial, and agricultural development. You will support the CEQA team by analyzing environmental impacts. This position requires advanced knowledge of land use/community planning and CEQA concepts, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple assignments. Work from any of our 13 office locations with potential for a hybrid/remote arrangement. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree or higher in urban planning, geography, or a related discipline; advanced (Masters) degree preferred
• 5+ years of related demonstrated experience in land use planning, land development/entitlements, urban design and/or environmental planning. Experience with California land use laws is a plus
• Excellent organization, schedule, and budget management skills
• Experience reviewing and processing complex development projects for local agency planning departments
• Advanced knowledge of the philosophies, principals, practices & techniques of planning
• Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well- defined planning problems
• Proficient with preparing development agreements and other contracts
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and manage complex projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strong verbal communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Ability to cultivate working relationships with clients, community-based organizations, internal team members and other firms
• Excellent writing, formatting, and proofreading skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, proof of automobile insurance, and willingness to travel as projects require

Responsibilities

• Manage large scale, complex, and controversial discretionary planning projects as an extension of local agency planning department staff
• Conduct research and prepare statistical reports on land use, physical, social & economic issues
• Review development projects for compliance with zoning ordinances, State regulations including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and land use policies
• Interact with various members of public agency and private client staff on matters related to planning projects
• Prepare drafts of technical memoranda, reports, meeting minutes, transmittals, presentations, and other written materials
• Make oral presentations concerning planning programs and development projects to Planning Commissions, City Councils, and other boards and commissions as required
• Travel to, and present or facilitate evening meetings, including hearings and community workshops
• Assist with the preparation of all levels of CEQA/NEPA documents as needed
• Develop and implement work plans for complex projects and programs
• Provide supervision, guidance, and mentorship for other professional staff
• Promote a culture of teamwork, engagement, quality service, and customer satisfaction to our public and private clients
• Enhance Rincon’s professional reputation and demonstrate the ability to be creative and innovative with these tasks while representing Rincon in a professional manner
• Work closely with Rincon Principal(s) and Managers to promote our business interests in adherence with the company’s mission, vision, and values
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor(s)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Adobe Acrobat and In-Design, and Geographic Information System mapping is a plus

Benefits

• A range of options such as HMO, PPO, HDHP, and Health Savings Account choices
• Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Three weeks of vacation accrual in the first year, paid sick leave, and paid holidays
• 401(k) / Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
• Bonus opportunities
• Opportunities for professional development and mentoring
• Volunteer Pay for a Day
• Flexible Spending & Dependent Care
• Supplemental life insurance
• Legal Shield
• Identity Protection
• Pet Insurance