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Assistant Planner - City of Burbank, CA

Assistant Planner 

City of Burbank
Professional Area: 
Land-Use Management and Code Enforcement
Location: 
BurbankCA


The City of Burbank, a thriving community in southern California’s world-class media center, is a great place to live and an even better place to work. We currently have an outstanding opportunity available for a qualified professional to perform entry-level professional work in city planning and to perform related duties as required. 

You will make assigned investigations concerning land use, zone changes, setbacks and sub-divisions, and other special studies, including site planning sketches; work with developers on routine zoning matters; review landscape plans; compile statistical data for inclusion in reports; prepare reports of field investigations; prepare legal descriptions for zone changes; delineate base maps; make sketches, colors maps and prepare charts and graphs; inform the public on routine zoning matters; advise applicants regarding planning and zoning information and proceedings; prepare staff reports for the Planning Board and City Council; assist in maintaining and updating demographic information and elements of the General Plan; work with supervisors in more complex planning work; make presentations before the Planning Board; and occasionally drive on City business.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited four-year college with specialization in planning, engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, public administration or a related field; and a valid California Class “C” driver’s license or equivalent at time of appointment. Additional requirements include knowledge of the techniques of preparing maps, graphs, and charts; statistical methods and the use of drafting instruments and materials. Ability to prepare legible sketches and  write reports; analyze complex planning problems and recommend solutions; make oral presentations; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public is also needed.

We offer a starting salary of $4,697 to $6,475 per month plus superb benefits including City-contributed retirement plan, cafeteria-style health benefits, and tuition reimbursement. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City of Burbank application. Please apply online at: www.burbankca.gov/jobsIf you have a disability and need an accommodation with submitting your employment application online, please contact Human Resources at (818) 238-5021.Completed application must be submitted NO LATER THAN 5:00 p.m., Friday, FEBRUARY 20, 2015. The City of Burbank is an Equal Opportunity Employer.