Land Use Planning Analyst*

Job Description:

Land Use Planning Analyst*

Description

The Job

San Bernardino County Land Use Services is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Land Use Planning Analyst* to join our team. The successful candidate will support the Planning Division performing a variety of complex and difficult operational, research, analytical, and administrative functions in support of departmental activities. Based on the assignment, the Land Use Planning Analyst will lead or coordinate special projects and studies, collecting, analyzing, and presenting data, completing periodic reports for stakeholders, writing new policies, initiating process improvements, and/or updating, and tracking program compliance and providing trainings to staff as requested.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Collect, analyze, and interpret complex data related to land use, zoning, environmental impacts, and demographic trends.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, and visualizations to communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Research and evaluate planning policies, regulations, and best practices.
• Assist in drafting and revising planning policies, ordinances, and guidelines.
• Participate in public meetings, workshops, and hearings to present findings and gather community input.

Project Management:

• Assist in the development and implementation of long-range planning projects projects such as development of zoning overlays, new specific plans, Housing Element implementation/tracking, and updates to the Countywide Plan (General Plan).
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful completion.
• Coordinate with internal departments, external agencies, and the public to facilitate project progress.

Technical Support:

• Provide technical assistance to planning staff, county departments, and the public on planning-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal planning regulations, including the California Environmental Qualify Act (CEQA).

*Official Job Title: Staff Analyst II. For more details, review the Staff Analyst II job description.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

Health Benefits

Paid Time Off

Retirement

• Medical and Dental: Family Coverage
• Vision: Employee Coverage
• Premium Subsidies to offset health costs
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses

• Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option
• 11 days accruable sick leave
• 15 paid holidays
• Perfect attendance leave
• Flexible work schedules (in some departments)

• Generous Pension
• Retirement reciprocity may be available
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
• Retirement Medical Trust Fund

DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance 529 Savings Plan -Short & Long Term Disability - Wellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement
For additional information review the Benefits Summary for the Administrative Services Unit To view additional details, explore the Teamsters MOU

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Candidates selected for this position must pass a background investigation which includes fingerprints and a medical exam.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino is not able to consider candidates who will required visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet BOTH the Education and Experience requirements to qualify.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
A completed Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Business Administration, Geography, Environmental Policy or a related field.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years of full-time equivalent professional level experience in urban planning, analytical duties, special projects coordination, data/statistical analysis and reporting, and/or organizational/staffing analysis or related experience.

Note: Qualifying degrees must be conferred by institutions accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Degrees earned outside the United States must be accompanied by an evaluation from a recognized credential evaluation service verifying U.S. equivalency.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A professional background in the Planning profession either through experience as a Planning Technician, Planner, or Analyst in a municipal Community Development Department or a private firm.
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse groups and individuals.

Selection Process

Examination Procedure:
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

Application Procedure :
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.

Veterans' Preference:
Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees mayreceive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request thesepoints, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF) .

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process .

Administrative Services Unit

The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

For a summary of benefits, please click here .

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .

Closing Date/Time: 10/10/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$70,844.80 - $97,344.00 Annually