Planning Manager

Salary : $113,422.40 - $153,441.60 Annually
Location : Banning, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2025-00010
Department: Community Development
Division: Planning
Opening Date: 03/05/2025
Closing Date: 3/19/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
Job Purpose/Summary
Under general supervision, the Planning Manager will be responsible for directing, managing, and coordinating activities of the Planning Division, including the review of complex development projects, the preparation of general plan elements, specific plans, zoning ordinance amendments, and environmental documentation under the California Environmental Quality Act, and the management of assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies, including demographic analysis and reports to state and regional planning agencies.

About the City of Banning
The City of Banning is located in the San Gorgonio Pass area of Southern California. The community of over 30,000 people is diverse with income levels slightly lower than other areas of Riverside County. However, growth and development is occurring rapidly, which will create new jobs, increase the population and raise income levels. Our employees are the most important asset in preserving our Proud History, Creating a Prosperous Tomorrow, and in responding to the community's needs. The City provides competitive salaries, outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities.

City Vision
The City of Banning promotes and supports a high quality of life that ensures a safe and friendly environment, fosters new opportunities and provides responsible, fair treatment to all and is the pride of its citizens.

Core Values - R.E.A.D.Y.

• Respectful
• Enthusiastic
• Accountable
• Dedication
• Yes-Minded

Examples of Duties

Performance Expectations

• Leadership: Contributes to a positive work culture consistent with the City of Banning Leadership Philosophy, actively welcomes new approaches to public service and supports change and process improvements at all levels within the organization.
• Teamwork: Demonstrates ability and willingness to work collaboratively with a team.
• Communication: Communicates effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and individuals to who service is provided.

Essential Functions
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Assume management responsibility for services, activities, and programs of the Planning Division of the Community Development Department and other assigned responsibilities, including related contracted services; prepare and administer policies and procedures.
• Provide responsible staff assistance and support to the Community Development Director, or other assigned supervisor.
• Manage and participate in the development and implementation of Community Development Department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for each assigned division or service area.
• Coordinate activities with other City departments and public agencies, Chamber of Commerce, economic development collaboratives, and applicable affordable housing organizations.
• Recommend, within Departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocate resources accordingly.
• Plan, direct and coordinate the work plan of any assigned division of the Community Development Department; assign projects to subordinate staff; review and evaluate work methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Assess and monitor work load, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement; direct and implement changes.
• Train and evaluate department personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline.
• Participate in the preparation and administration of the Community Development Department budget as assigned; complete revenue and expenditure projections; monitor expenditures, cost recovery, and time accounting.
• Explain and interpret Community Development Department programs, policies, and activities; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
• Establish schedules for development performance and other provisions of disposition and development agreements with private developers for the sale and redevelopment of City-owned property.
• Oversee City agreements for professional consulting services related to assigned programs and activities; monitor contract payments; ensure contracts are within budget requirements; ensure compliance with contract obligations.
• Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Monitor legislative developments related to assigned activities and programs.
• Attend and participate in professional training and group meetings, stay abreast of new trends and innovations for assigned areas of responsibility; and represent City at local and regional meetings.
• Provide expertise in application and interpretation of the Municipal Code, including Zoning Code.
• Provide regular reports to the department head and City Manager on the status of development applications and assigned programs and activities.
• Maintain organized and accurate records, files, and databases for entitlement processing and all other assigned areas of responsibility, including key deadlines for action and expiration dates for permits or agreements.
• May be assigned responsibility for supervising affordable housing programs and activities and including assisting with bond issues including debt service projections and analysis.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Typical Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive municipal community development program, including economic development, planning, affordable housing, building and safety, code compliance, and related programs.
• Reporting and tracking methods for development applications including entitlement review and compliance with conditions of approval.
• Reporting and tracking methods for code compliance activities.
• Advanced site planning and architectural design techniques and methods.
• Planning theory and social policies.
• Principles and practices of building construction, structural design, and processing procedures for land development.
• Pertinent building related codes, ordinances, and regulations enforced by the City including the Uniform Building Code, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical codes, zoning ordinances, general land use codes, and related City codes and state mandated regulations.
• Civil engineering principles and practices.
• Geographic information system software.
• Technical report writing.
• Methods and techniques of research and analysis related to urban development and environmental impact assessment.
• Current literature, information sources, and research techniques in the field of urban planning.
• Affordable housing programs including deed restriction provisions, home mortgage financing, and related procedures.
• Principles and practices of tax increment financing.
• Principles and practices of state and federal tax credit financing, home mortgage financing, and other forms of public assistance provided for private for-profit and non-profit housing developments.
• Management skills to analyze programs, policies, and operational needs.
• Negotiation strategies.
• Principles and practices of contract administration.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
• Purchasing procedures and practices.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations including California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Ability to:

• Oversee and participate in the management of the Planning Division and other divisions of the Community Development Department as assigned, including responsibility for administration, development review and entitlement processing for development projects, long-range and regional planning, environmental review, and business registration.
• Plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of lower level staff.
• Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
• Effectively manage contracts and evaluate the work of contractors.
• Delegate authority and responsibility.
• Lead and direct the operations, services, and activities of assigned areas of responsibilities including one or more divisions of the Department.
• Develop and administer division goals, objectives, and procedures.
• Identify and respond to community concerns and needs related to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Prepare reports that provide essential management information on the status of development applications and code compliance activities.
• Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
• Prepare and administer large and complex budgets.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Operate and use modern office equipment including computer, printers, and copiers.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.
• Interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Research, develop, and prepare ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and technical reports and associated summary data for presentation to City Council and others.
• Respond tactfully, clearly, concisely, and appropriately to inquiries from the public, press, or other agencies on sensitive issues in areas of responsibility.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Maintain mental capacity, which allows the capability of making sound decisions and demonstrating intellectual capabilities.
• Maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties.
• Perform responsible and difficult administrative work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.
• Attend evening meetings as required.

Minimum Qualifications
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban planning, engineering, economics, business administration, public administration, or closely related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible professional planning experience; including two years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must possess or ability to obtain a valid class "C" California driver's license within thirty (30) days of appointment and maintain for the duration of employment.
• AICP Certification
• Master's Degree

Supplemental Information

Physical and Environmental Working Conditions
Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting for prolonged periods of time, standing or walking; travel to various locations; light lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling; reaching; handling; use of fingers; talking; hearing; near acuity. Office and field environment; exposure to computer screens; exposure to outside atmospheric conditions.
The City of Banning is an equal opportunity employer. All employees and candidates for employment will be recruited, selected, trained, promoted, compensated and, if necessary, disciplined or terminated without regard to sex/gender, race, national origin, religion, creed, color, marital status, veteran status, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by law.
While requirements may be representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and abilities to perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Employer and Employee and is subject to change as the needs of the Employer and requirements of the job change.
RETIREMENT: New employees with recent service with CalPERS pay up to 7% of the employee rate with the 2% @ 60 Plan and 3 Year Average formula. New hires with no CalPERS service as of January 1, 2013, will pay 6.2% of the employee rate and will be subject to the 2% @ 62 Plan, with 3 Year Average formula and a mandatory contribution of normal costs as established by the new Pension Reform Act Law. The City also participates in Social Security.

AGENCY SHOP/DUES DEDUCTIONS: Employees may choose to join Teamster Local 1932 Mid-Management and Professional Unit and pay their service fee in an amount not to exceed the standard initiation fee, periodic dues and general assessments of Teamsters Local 1932.

CITY PAID BENEFITS: City employees can participate in an employer paid CalPERS mid-tier HMO Healthcare Plan. Participating employees also provides cafeteria benefit money to use for dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and supplemental benefits. r. Employees who reside within City limits shall receive $150 per month as a discount against the cost of electric and water service during the period of such residency.

LIFE/DISABILITY INSURANCE: The City pays for a basic life insurance policy in the amount of $150,000. Employees pay for short and long term disability plans with a 7-day elimination period.

HOLIDAYS/VACATION/SICK/BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: City employees receive thirteen (13) paid holidays, plus one (1) floating holiday per year. After completion of probation period: Ten (10) days annual vacation, additional vacation after five (5) years up to a maximum of twenty (20) days. Twelve (12) days of sick leave per year. Up to five (5) working days of bereavement leave for immediate family members.

OTHER BENEFITS: $275/mo. for possession of a Master's Degree. $350/mo. vehicle allowance.

DIRECT DEPOSIT: The City has a mandatory policy for all employees of direct deposit of payroll checks.
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What is the highest level of education that you have completed
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Please indicate the field of study for your degree or N/A if not applicable.
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Do you possess a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the administration and/or application of municipal regulations related to urban planning with two (2) years of supervisory experience? (Please note, experience must be detailed in your application).

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess experience in any of the following areas? Please check all that apply.

• Long-range planning
• Historic preservation
• Architectural plan review
• I do not possess experience in any of the above areas

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How many years of experience do you possess working in a public agency? (Please note, experience must be detailed in your application).
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How many years of supervisory experience do you possess? (Please note, experience must be detailed in your application).
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Describe your experience in leading a team of city planning professionals. How have you ensured alignment with organizational goals while fostering a collaborative work environment?
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Please describe your experience with substantially updating or amending a General Plan, including policy development, and/or performing textual or map changes. Further, describe your experience with amending a zoning ordinance or map to address conformity with a General Plan. If no experience in this area, enter "N/A".
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Please describe your experience managing complex, major planning projects, such as new large-scale residential, mixed-use or commercial/industrial developments that require multiple planning applications. Include details about the type of project and your role in managing the projects. Describe your involvement with coordinating and performing community outreach in relation to the project and addressing any community concerns/controversy that may have occurred. If no experience in this area, enter "N/A".
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