Economic & Community Development Planner I

  • CITY OF BAKERSFIELD, CA
  • Bakersfield, California
  • Sep 19, 2024
Full Time Community and Economic Development Planning and Development
  • Salary: $5,486.00 - $6,666.92 Monthly USD

Job Description

Description

SALARY

$31.65 - $38.46 / Hour

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing office and field work related to a variety of subjects based on assignment within the Department; including economic development, redevelopment, community development, low income/affordable housing development, environmental planning/compliance and homeless services; including planning, financial management, monitoring grant compliance, contract administration, subrecipient and development monitoring, preparation of plans and reports, and serving as a resource to other City staff, outside agencies, and the public in answering questions, providing information, and assistance; and performs other duties as assigned

Representative Duties

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: For a Full Job Description, please click here.

Minimum Qualifications

Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the application, supplemental questionnaire, and resume that they have :

Economic & Community Development Planner I:
  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Public Administration, Planning, or related field, AND
  • Two (2) years of professional planning, economic development, community development, and / or real estate experience, preferably at the local government level; OR
  • An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the capabilities to perform the described duties
  • Possession of a valid Class “C” California driver's license


Examination (Weighted: 100%)

October 23, 2024 (Tentative): An appraisal will be made of the applicant's education, training, experience, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required. ** NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on the face of the application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, supplemental questionnaire, resume, and certifications; otherwise, the application may be rejected. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application.

Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:
  • Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
  • Fire Safety Unit
  • Police Safety Unit
  • General Supervisory & Management Unit (coming soon)
VACATION: Accrual rate is determined by bargaining unit.
1-4 years of service: 10 days per year.
5-13 years of service: 15 days per year.
14+ years of service: 20 days per year.

VACATION - FIRE SAFETY SHIFT PERSONNEL ONLY:
1-4 years of service: 4.68 (24-hr. duty shifts)
5-15 years of service: 7.02 (24-hr. duty shifts)
16+ years of service: 9.36 (24-hr. duty shifts)

HOLIDAYS: 13 paid holidays per year.

SICK LEAVE: Earned at the rate of one working day per month of service to a maximum of 120 days; portions therafter may be convertible.

ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE: 10 days per year for General Supervisory and Management employees.

INSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the City's Employee Benefit website for detailed information (rates and plan information).

RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement websitefor additional information.

Base Pay

5,486

Job Address

Bakersfield, California United States View Map