County of San Diego
The County of San Diego Announces an Exceptional Management Level Opportunity LAND USE/ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING MANAGER-WatershedInterviews will take place on May 1, 2024.
Job offer for selected candidate will be made the week of May 6, 2024.
Future Salary Increase July 2024 - 3.
68% increase to base pay (2.
75% Across-the-Board +.
93% Market Increase)This is a series recruitment that will close on April 23, 2024, at 11:
59 p.
m.
The County of San Diego is currently accepting applications for Land Use/Environmental Planning Manager-Watershed.
This job classification is assigned to county departments within the Land Use/Environment Group (LUEG).
The Watershed Protection Program within the Department of Public Works, Land Development Division, includes Planning Managers who oversee four main portions of the program:
Planning, Development, Compliance, and Community Engagement.
The Watershed Protection Program is currently filling one vacancy but welcomes stormwater professional applicants who specialize in any of the stormwater disciplines.
The future incumbent will manage a group of staff responsible for overseeing Watershed Planning activities for the County including developing, updating and implementing the County's Jurisdictional Runoff Management Plan and eight Water Quality Improvement Plans in coordination with other jurisdictions and agencies within the watersheds.
The Planning Manager oversees the Regional Stormwater agreement with the 21 Copermittees to implement regional programs, chairs the Regional Management Committee and Program Planning Subcommittee, and builds workplans and budgets for Copermittee stormwater programs regionwide.
The Planning Manager helps lead highly technical discussions such as TMDLs, Time Schedule Orders, Permit Reissuance, and Advanced Restoration Plans.
The Planning Manager also administers special studies, legislation reviews, policy updates, and annual reporting.
All Watershed Protection Program Planning Managers coordinate and engage regularly with County staff who have a role in stormwater management, assist the County with meeting compliance with State stormwater orders, permits, and operational goals, collaborate with local agencies and jurisdictions, participate in the re-issuance of the MS4 Permit, and collect jurisdictional data for annual reports.
Additional information can be found on the County's Department of Public Works and the Watershed Protection Program web pages.
Positions in this job class are located at the County Operations Center, a modern 44-acre regional complex in Kearney Mesa.
The Operations Center includes 18 structures and houses 19 departments, including an employee gym/workout center and onsite employee wellness classes.
This recruitment is conducted to establish a six-month eligible list to fill one (1) immediate vacancy in the County's Department of Public Works (DPW).
This eligible list may also be used to fill additional vacancies with other DPW divisions and other LUEG departments, including Planning & Development Services (PDS) and the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR).
Work Location:
The selected candidates may be assigned a hybrid schedule consisting of teleworking or working remotely; and working at the County Operations Center in Kearny Mesa.
Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate for Land Use/Environmental Planning Manager-Watershed will possess the following experience, attributes, and traits:
Successful outcomes in managing, mentoring, and coaching staff Professional experience in watershed and stormwater management A high degree of motivation and progressive thinking Experience with state and federal permitting and in obtaining resource agency permitsA strong willingness to continually learn and grow professionally A professional and management perspective and objective demeanor when positive or negative/difficult situations occur A customer-service focused attitude and experience in cultivating customer service within internal and external teamsExperience in reviewing and handling complex projects involving multiple functional groups and consultantsExperience in developing and implementation of large, complex consultant contractsAbility to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form; and skills in presenting and listening effectively Management success through good leadership, interpersonal, and teamwork skills, including building relationships and collaborating with others to keep projects moving in a positive direction Willingness to seek out and understand the perspectives of others, and embrace diversity and inclusiveness.
The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills and is also a leader and team builder.
The ideal candidate will have the knowledge and background necessary to review stormwater plans and situations and communicate requirements with a wide variety of colleagues and stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will have professional level experience working with various partners in the stormwater and watershed management industries and possess proven leadership and management skills.
The ideal candidate will also have experience in interpreting Federal, State, and local laws and regulations affecting water quality/stormwater management programs to elected officials and executive managers of public agencies.
Hiring Process and Timeline:
Job Offer and Background Process begins the week of May 2024.
Note:
Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
Pre-employment Medical Screening:
Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
Anticipated Start Date:
Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.
Minimum Qualifications A master's degree from an accredited U.
S.
college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in urban studies, urban planning, geography, anthropology, biology, geology, ecology, zoology, environmental management, landscape architecture, engineering or a closely related field; AND, three (3) years of professional level regulatory planning, land use permit processing, long-range planning, or environmental management experience with a public or private land use agency.
Professional level experience must be at the level equivalent to a Land Use/Environmental Planner III within the County of San Diego; OR,A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.
S.
college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in urban studies, urban planning, geography, anthropology, biology, geology, ecology, zoology, environmental management, landscape architecture, engineering or a closely related field; AND, four (4) years of professional level regulatory planning, land use permit processing, long-range planning, or environmental management experience with a public or private land use agency.
Professional level experience must be at the level equivalent to a Land Use/Environmental Planner III within the County of San Diego; OR,One (1) year of experience as a Land Use/Environmental Planner III with the County of San Diego.
Note:
Professional-level land use/environmental planning experience supervising/managing a multi-disciplinary team, acceptable to the County, in a public or private agency may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, for up to two years of the education requirement.
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments.
This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision.
Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race.
This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview.
Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.
Condition of Employment As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment.
Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Evaluation ProcessThe names of qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information provided on the employment and supplemental applications.
Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system.
If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development.
We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce.
We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization.
Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Veteran's Preference Policy The County of San Diego offerspreferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.
Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help! The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of:
a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all.
Our values include:
integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability.
Each of which are infused throughout our operations.
While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce.
Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.
gov)(Download PDF reader) as well as our commitment to serve everyone, to build a Framework for the Future that will create a County that works for all.
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers.
The term public employees includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district.
Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
Job Type:
Regular - Full timeLocation:
County of San Diego, CA, CaliforniaAgency:
Public Works, Dept of (Gen)About the Company:
County of San Diego.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Job offer for selected candidate will be made the week of May 6, 2024.
Future Salary Increase July 2024 - 3.
68% increase to base pay (2.
75% Across-the-Board +.
93% Market Increase)This is a series recruitment that will close on April 23, 2024, at 11:
59 p.
m.
The County of San Diego is currently accepting applications for Land Use/Environmental Planning Manager-Watershed.
This job classification is assigned to county departments within the Land Use/Environment Group (LUEG).
The Watershed Protection Program within the Department of Public Works, Land Development Division, includes Planning Managers who oversee four main portions of the program:
Planning, Development, Compliance, and Community Engagement.
The Watershed Protection Program is currently filling one vacancy but welcomes stormwater professional applicants who specialize in any of the stormwater disciplines.
The future incumbent will manage a group of staff responsible for overseeing Watershed Planning activities for the County including developing, updating and implementing the County's Jurisdictional Runoff Management Plan and eight Water Quality Improvement Plans in coordination with other jurisdictions and agencies within the watersheds.
The Planning Manager oversees the Regional Stormwater agreement with the 21 Copermittees to implement regional programs, chairs the Regional Management Committee and Program Planning Subcommittee, and builds workplans and budgets for Copermittee stormwater programs regionwide.
The Planning Manager helps lead highly technical discussions such as TMDLs, Time Schedule Orders, Permit Reissuance, and Advanced Restoration Plans.
The Planning Manager also administers special studies, legislation reviews, policy updates, and annual reporting.
All Watershed Protection Program Planning Managers coordinate and engage regularly with County staff who have a role in stormwater management, assist the County with meeting compliance with State stormwater orders, permits, and operational goals, collaborate with local agencies and jurisdictions, participate in the re-issuance of the MS4 Permit, and collect jurisdictional data for annual reports.
Additional information can be found on the County's Department of Public Works and the Watershed Protection Program web pages.
Positions in this job class are located at the County Operations Center, a modern 44-acre regional complex in Kearney Mesa.
The Operations Center includes 18 structures and houses 19 departments, including an employee gym/workout center and onsite employee wellness classes.
This recruitment is conducted to establish a six-month eligible list to fill one (1) immediate vacancy in the County's Department of Public Works (DPW).
This eligible list may also be used to fill additional vacancies with other DPW divisions and other LUEG departments, including Planning & Development Services (PDS) and the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR).
Work Location:
The selected candidates may be assigned a hybrid schedule consisting of teleworking or working remotely; and working at the County Operations Center in Kearny Mesa.
Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate for Land Use/Environmental Planning Manager-Watershed will possess the following experience, attributes, and traits:
Successful outcomes in managing, mentoring, and coaching staff Professional experience in watershed and stormwater management A high degree of motivation and progressive thinking Experience with state and federal permitting and in obtaining resource agency permitsA strong willingness to continually learn and grow professionally A professional and management perspective and objective demeanor when positive or negative/difficult situations occur A customer-service focused attitude and experience in cultivating customer service within internal and external teamsExperience in reviewing and handling complex projects involving multiple functional groups and consultantsExperience in developing and implementation of large, complex consultant contractsAbility to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form; and skills in presenting and listening effectively Management success through good leadership, interpersonal, and teamwork skills, including building relationships and collaborating with others to keep projects moving in a positive direction Willingness to seek out and understand the perspectives of others, and embrace diversity and inclusiveness.
The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills and is also a leader and team builder.
The ideal candidate will have the knowledge and background necessary to review stormwater plans and situations and communicate requirements with a wide variety of colleagues and stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will have professional level experience working with various partners in the stormwater and watershed management industries and possess proven leadership and management skills.
The ideal candidate will also have experience in interpreting Federal, State, and local laws and regulations affecting water quality/stormwater management programs to elected officials and executive managers of public agencies.
Hiring Process and Timeline:
Job Offer and Background Process begins the week of May 2024.
Note:
Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
Pre-employment Medical Screening:
Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
Anticipated Start Date:
Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.
Minimum Qualifications A master's degree from an accredited U.
S.
college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in urban studies, urban planning, geography, anthropology, biology, geology, ecology, zoology, environmental management, landscape architecture, engineering or a closely related field; AND, three (3) years of professional level regulatory planning, land use permit processing, long-range planning, or environmental management experience with a public or private land use agency.
Professional level experience must be at the level equivalent to a Land Use/Environmental Planner III within the County of San Diego; OR,A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.
S.
college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in urban studies, urban planning, geography, anthropology, biology, geology, ecology, zoology, environmental management, landscape architecture, engineering or a closely related field; AND, four (4) years of professional level regulatory planning, land use permit processing, long-range planning, or environmental management experience with a public or private land use agency.
Professional level experience must be at the level equivalent to a Land Use/Environmental Planner III within the County of San Diego; OR,One (1) year of experience as a Land Use/Environmental Planner III with the County of San Diego.
Note:
Professional-level land use/environmental planning experience supervising/managing a multi-disciplinary team, acceptable to the County, in a public or private agency may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, for up to two years of the education requirement.
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments.
This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision.
Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race.
This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview.
Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.
Condition of Employment As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment.
Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Evaluation ProcessThe names of qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information provided on the employment and supplemental applications.
Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system.
If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development.
We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce.
We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization.
Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Veteran's Preference Policy The County of San Diego offerspreferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.
Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help! The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of:
a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all.
Our values include:
integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability.
Each of which are infused throughout our operations.
While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce.
Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.
gov)(Download PDF reader) as well as our commitment to serve everyone, to build a Framework for the Future that will create a County that works for all.
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers.
The term public employees includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district.
Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
Job Type:
Regular - Full timeLocation:
County of San Diego, CA, CaliforniaAgency:
Public Works, Dept of (Gen)About the Company:
County of San Diego.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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