Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
Architectural and urban design practices and principles.
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Comprehensive and community plans and issues.
Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Permit Streamlining Act.
Planning counter operations.
Planning practices and principles such as land use and zoning codes, development standards, and entitlement processes.
Planning, architectural and urban design principles.
Subdivision Map Act.
 
Knowledge of and a specialized familiarity with:
Current planning functions, the California Environmental Quality Act, the Permit Streamlining Act, Subdivision Map Act, comprehensive and community planning, design review practices, historic preservation, transportation, the processing of municipal permits and/or computer programming for planning issues.  Specific positions in any of the classifications of this occupational series may require expertise in any of these areas of specialization at a level commensurate with the classification.
 
Skill in:
Written and verbal communication skills.
 
Ability to:
Provide exceptional customer service practices to those using the services of the Community Development Department.
Describe and analyze design elements on development plans and assist applicants with the application of City architectural and site planning design standards and policies.
Effectively interact with the public in a positive, helpful manner.
Effectively read and understand architectural and building plans and maps.
Establish and maintain smooth and effective working relationships and resolve interpersonal conflicts.  
Foster a teamwork environment.  
Manage projects in a timely, efficient manner consistent with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.
Plan, manage and complete projects individually or in conjunction with others, including plan elements, special studies, independent research and analysis.
Prepare accurate, reliable and error-free reports.
Prepare and deliver presentations to the public at community meetings, and to various Boards, Commissions, and City Council at public hearings.
Prepare clear and concise planning reports, analyses, and recommendations.
Prepare graphic presentation material for television, public meetings, and community workshops.
Read and evaluate architectural and construction drawings for code compliance.
Read, write, communicate effectively and comprehend directions in English.
Review plans for consistency with code requirements.
Understand and apply Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping for planning projects and application processing.
Understand and interpret underlying laws related to general plans, zoning, and subdivisions.
Understand and interpret zoning codes and specific plans including development standards and entitlement processes.
Work effectively as a member of a team with other Community Planning Department staff, other City staff, or citizen groups.  
 
Ability to:
Prepare staff reports and make presentations to the Historic Preservation Commission, Planning Commission, and City Council.
Review and assess nominations for historic designation of individual properties and historic districts.
Read and interpret architectural and construction documents.