Economic & Community Development Planner I/Ii

Salary : $5,224.79 - $6,349.37 Monthly
Location : CA, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 02045
Department:Economic & Community Development
Division: Community
Opening Date: 12/13/2023
Description
SALARY
ECONOMIC & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLANNER I:
$30.14 - $36.63 / Hour
$5,224.79 - $6,349.37 / Monthly
ECONOMIC & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLANNER II:
$37.88 - $46.05 / Hour
$6,565.17 - $7,981.83 / Monthly
ISSUE DATE: 12/13/2023 FILING DEADLINE: 1/19/2024 at 1:00 PM Pacific Time
THE POSITION: Under general supervision, is responsible for performing office and field work related to a variety of subjects based on assignment within the Department, and performs other duties as assigned.
Representative Duties
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: For a Full Job Description, please click Economic & Community Development Planner I , orEconomic & Community Development Planner II
Minimum Qualifications
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
• Must be able to pass a background check

Economic & Community Development Planner II:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Public Administration, Planning, or related field, AND

• Three (3) 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
• Must be able to pass a background check

Highly Desirable: Certification via the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), or similar.
OTHER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Knowledge of: Fiscal, social, and economic implications involved in economic development including land acquisition procedures and relocation; Local, state or federally funded homeless services; Principles and practices of public administration, including purchasing, contracting, and maintenance of public records; Contract, grant, and financial management and administration; Related computer applications including word processing and spreadsheet software; Marketing and business incentive coordination; Fiscal, social and economic implications that are involved in economic and Community Development, including the development of urban and suburban environmental and social needs and related land use implications.
Examination (Weighted: 100%)
EXAMINATION: ORAL APPRAISAL INTERVIEW (Weighted: 100%): January 26, 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:

• 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 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 website for additional information.
01
Which best describes your level of education?

• High School Diploma / GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

02
Do you possess a degree in one of the following?

• Economics
• Business
• Public Administration
• Planning

03
If you marked Related Field in question #2, what is your degree in, and explain how it prepares you for the position of Economic & Community Development Planner. If you marked None of the Above, please write N/A.
04
How many years of professional planning, economic development, Community Development, and / or real estate experience, preferably at the local government level, do you have?

• 1 - 2 Years
• 2 - 3 Years
• 3 - 4 Years
• 4 - 5 Years
• 5 - 6 Years
• 6 Years or More

05
Please select each of the following for which you have work experience in:

• Federal and / or State Funded Projects
• Affordable Housing, Homeless, and / or Community Development Programs
• Economic Development, Business Attraction, Expansion, and / or Retention
• Neighborhood Preservation or Revitalization Programs
• Small Business Finance, Assistance, or Entrepreneurship Programs
• Professional Planning
• Real Estate Experience
• None of the Above

06
Briefly explain your work experience and dates for each selected item in question #5. This work experience must be reflected on your application as well. Please do write "see resume" or "see application".
07
Do you possess a valid class "C" driver's license?

• Yes
• No

08
I understand I must submit a resume and any certificates to Human Resources by the filing deadline, for my application to be accepted. Resumes may be uploaded with your online application, emailed to AdmHrs@bakersfieldcity.us, submitted to the Human Resources Department, 1600 Truxtun Avenue, 1st Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301, or Faxed to (661) 852-2070. The resume and certificates must reference the recruitment name and number (i.e., Economic & Community Development PlannerI/II #02045) and submitted to the attention of Kevin Mendoza.

• Yes
• No

Required Question