Land Use Planning Manager
County of Orange Costa Mesa, California, United States
- Location: Costa Mesa, California, United States
- Categories: Administration and Management, Planning and Development
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Apr 16, 2025
Job Description:
Land Use Planning Manager
Description
CAREER DESCRIPTIONLAND USE PLANNING MANAGER
(Development Services Administrator)
THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The open eligible list established through this recruitment will be used to fill current and future Development Services Administrators within John Wayne Airport or the County of Orange. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications.
DEADLINE TO APPLY
Applications will be accepted from Tuesday, April 15, 2025, until Tuesday, May 13, 2025 by 11:59 p.m. (PST).
In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive a salary range increase on the following date:
Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT
The award-winning John Wayne Airport, Orange County (JWA) has been a major cornerstone of Orange County for more than 100 years. Located in beautiful Southern California , we currently serve approximately 11.7 million annual passengers. W e strive to provide a superior guest experience to ensure travel is convenient and stress-free. Th e County of Orange owns and operates John Wayne Airpor t, serv ing more than three million people within 34 cities and unincorporated areas of Orange County and beyond.
As a medium hub airport, we have commercial flights to more than 40 non-stop destinations in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada . E leven commercial airlines and two air cargo airlines fly out of the Airport . It is home to nearly 500 general aviation (private, non-commercial) aircraft , representing 60% of total operations, and includes two full-service fixed base operators and one limited use general aviation facility.
- Mission: Connecting People, Places and Opportunities.
- Vision: To be an airport of choice by creating exceptional experiences.
- Core Values: REACH
- R espect
- E nvironmental Stewardship
- A ccountability
- C ollaboration
- H onesty
To learn more about John Wayne Airport, click here. To learn more about the County of Orange, click here.
DIRECTOR'S OFFICE
The Airport Director’s Office provides executive leadership for John Wayne Airport. The Director’s Office is also home to several units that support the Airport and/or have an Airport-wide impact. In addition to planning, these additional units include Organizational Strategy, Environmental, Quality Assurance and Compliance, and Insurance. The Director’s Office also has dotted line oversight of the JWA County Counsel, Human Resource Services and the OCPW Capital Improvement Plan Project Teams.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The successful candidate will work under the general direction of the Airport Planning Manager/Executive Officer of the Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC). This position provides staff support on a variety of Planning-related assignments for the Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC) for Orange County and JWA Land Use Planning.
Responsibilities and duties to be performed include but are not limited to the following:
- Review and analyze land use projects in areas surrounding Orange County airports (JWA, Fullerton Municipal, and Joint Forces Training Base, Los Alamitos) for compatibility with the airport plans
- Under the direction of ALUC Executive Officer, write staff reports and present findings at monthly ALUC meetings
- Assist with implementation and tracking of Mitigation Measures included in JWA Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs)
- Assist ALUC Executive Officer in overseeing preparation and distribution of agenda, staff reports, and minutes
- Coordinate with other JWA staff and consultants for California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review for airport projects
The ideal candidate will possess four (4) years of planning experience, including the preparation of staff reports evaluating development proposals in relation to General Plans and Zoning Codes.
A Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, engineering, architecture, building construction, or related field of study may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience
A Master’s degree in urban planning, engineering, architecture, building construction, or related field of study may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience
Although not required, a master's degree in planning, geography, public administration, and work experience in an airport environment is highly desirable.
The ideal candidate should possess experience in the following core competencies:
PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, policies, regulations and issues that pertain to Planning
- Ability to conduct complex research and analysis for land use proposals
- Proficiency in the use of basic technology including Microsoft Office
- Builds effective working relationships inside and outside the organization including local agencies and regional planning bodies
- Ability to tackle difficult challenges relating to land use issues that may impact the airports and surrounding cities
- Experience in coordinating with other staff who may or may not be direct reports, including outside contractors
- Assist in ensuring achievement of department objectives
- Presents ideas and complex material clearly, concisely, and logically
- Ensures timely, appropriate communication with stakeholders to meet deadlines
- Communicates effectively with public, project proponents, municipalities, and elected officials
- Ability to respond to input from stakeholders including members of the public
- Manages time wisely and effectively prioritizes multiple, competing tasks
- Plan, organize, and actively manage meetings for maximum productivity
- Makes efficient use of the organization's resources
- Gathers, analyzes and applies information skillfully to respond in creative ways to planning and land use challenges
- Develops alternative solutions for consideration by management
- Commits to action; acts readily and decisively
- Demonstrates good judgment
Click on the following link to view the minimum qualifications and to learn more about the physical, mental, and environmental conditions for this position Development Services Administrator .
LICENSE REQUIRED
The successful candidate must possess, obtain, and maintain the following licenses:
- Valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher, by date of appointment
- Valid Airport Access Badge with an Airport Driving Endorsement within ten (10) days of employment.
AIRPORT ACCESS REQUIREMENTS
The successful candidate must clear a background check which includes a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and Security Threat Assessment (STA). Airport Access Badge must be maintained and renewed every two (2) years.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services screens all application materials for minimum and desirable qualifications. After screening, candidates who meet the minimum and desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed below may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.
Application Screening | (Refer/Non-Refer): Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those candidates that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.
Structured Oral Interview (Oral Exam) | (Weighted 100%) : Candidates will be interviewed and rated by job knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list.
Eligible List | Score Groups: Once all assessments have been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed below may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.
Please note: The information you provide on your application and/or response to the supplemental questions may be used as a scoring device, so please be thorough and complete in your response. "See Resume" is not a qualifying response and will not be scored in lieu of the required information.
Veterans Employment Preference Policy (VEPP)
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EMAIL NOTIFICATION:
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com .
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Michelle Bocicor at mbocicor@ocair.com or by phone at (949) 252-5174
EEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Administrative Management *
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits -- such as a variety of health plan options, sick and vacation time and paid holidays -- we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as:
- Retirement: Benefits are provided through the Orange County Employees' Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information . - Paid Leave: Twelve holidays per year plus sick and vacation time
- Health & Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
- Dental Insurance: County pays 100% of employee and dependent premiums
- Paid Life Insurance: $100,000 life insurance policy
- Paid Accidental & Death and Dismemberment Insurance: $100,000 AD&D insurance policy
- Paid Short & Long Term Disability insurance programs
- 457 Defined Contribution Program
*Effective 07/01/20, management employees who are sworn Public Safety Managers receive health insurance benefits through the AOCDS Medical Benefit Plans.
Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
Closing Date/Time: 5/13/2025 11:59 PM Pacific