THE POSITION:
To review the work of staff responsible for performing the City planning function including current or comprehensive planning projects and special studies; to oversee and participate in all work activities; and to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
The City of East Palo Alto has several major current and advance planning objectives in the near/medium future.
Current Planning: 1.4 million sqft office development on a former Brownfield; 200,000 sqft office development along the University Ave. corridor; a 500 student private school for East Palo Alto students with proposed wrap around services; and a 20,000 sqft community arts center.
Advance Planning: Updating the Bicycle Plan Update; creating a Parks Master Plan; adding an Environmental Justice Element to the General Plan; and preparing a comprehensive multimodal transportation and mobility study (with Engineering Division)

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
This job reports directly to the Planning Division Manager. Functional leadership will be provided on a project by project basis by Planning Division Manager, Engineering Staff, or other staff as designated. Under general direction, plans, assigns and directs the work of staff within the division; supervises professional, technical and clerical staff in the accomplishment of their work; performs professional level planning work, coordinates the work of the division with other divisions within the City, other departments, agencies and boards. May act as Division Manager in the absence of the Division Manager.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in City/Urban Planning, Architecture, Public Administration, or a related field.
Experience: Six (6) years increasingly responsible municipal planning experience.
Licenses and/or Certifications: Valid California Class C Driver’s License or higher and a good driving record.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s Degree from an accredited college/university in City Planning, Architecture, Public Administration. Experience with environmental review of capital projects, working with diverse communities, balancing competing interests, financial analysis of projects.

HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this employment opportunity, please complete the City Application by going to www.Calopps.gov where you may submit your application and Supplemental Questionnaire online.
The City of East Palo Alto’s goal is to attract, develop and retain a diverse, well-qualified and professional workforce. Candidates should apply by first review, December 15, 2016 close of business by 5:00 p.m., and closing date will be January 5, 2017. Candidates should be aware that references will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.
Candidates are encouraged to apply early in the process for optimal consideration; the oral examination may be accelerated at the discretion of the City’s leadership once a highly qualified pool of candidates has been established. Inquiries pertaining to the recruitment process or additional information about the position, or the City, may be directed to Irma Martinez, at (650) 853-3116. Anyone requiring auxiliary aids or services to attend or participate in the examination should contact the Human Resources Department at least (7) seven working days in advance to arrange for accommodation.

For additional information visit our website at: www.cityofepa.org