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Senior Planner-Project Planning-26355005PP

County of San Diego

County of San Diego, CA, United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 Jun 2026

💰 $130,291/yr($106,080/yr – $130,291/yr)

About the role

Posting number: 26355005PP

Department: Planning & Development Services

Division: Project Planning

Job classification: LAND USE/ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER III

Posting type: Open

Categories: Building & Safety, Code Enforcement, Engineering, Environmental Services, Planning and Development, Land Use, Natural Resources

Summary

SENIOR PLANNER - PROJECT PLANNING

Interviews and job offer will take place on an ongoing basis.

Future Salary Increases:

** June 2027 – 3.30% increase to base pay (3% Across-the- Board + .30% Market Adjustment)

***This hard to recruit position qualifies for the Employee Referral Reward Program. If a current County of San Diego employee referred you to apply for this position, please indicate the employee’s name on your job application in the space provided. ***

Exceptional Professional Planning Career Opportunity! Be part of a Progressive and Recognized Land Use/Environmental Program!

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The County of San Diego is seeking passionate and forward-thinking professionals for the Senior Planner, Project Planning role. This is your chance to make a real impact on the future of our communities—managing complex discretionary projects, reviewing in-depth planning and environmental studies, effectively engaging with stakeholders and shaping recommendations that guide the region’s development and conservation.

The Department - Planning & Development Services

Planning & Development Services (PDS) proudly undertakes the vital role of supporting the long-term health and sustainability of 29 unincorporated communities, home to over 500,000 individuals, nestled within the expanse of San Diego County.

PDS is a fast-paced planning department with a vast array of project types in settings ranging from suburban to rural. Planners working for PDS will touch on projects ranging from mixed-use, residential, commercial, affordable housing, renewable energy, and more. PDS consists of nine divisions: Building Services, Code Compliance, Land Development, Long Range Planning, Housing, Project Planning, Support Services, Sustainability and the Policy, Outreach and Data division. See additional information on Planning & Development Services.

Project Planning
The Project Planning division reviews privately initiated, discretionary projects, specifically the review for compliance and conformance with Federal, State, and Local ordinances and policies including the General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and Community plans. The Project Planning Division is responsible for managing all aspects of new development projects in the County, including new affordable and market housing, renewable energy projects like solar and battery storage, and commercial and mixed-use projects. In processing projects, the Project Planning Division engages with the public, management, stakeholders, and consultants and gives presentations to appointed and elected officials, including the Board of Supervisors.

Senior Planners within the Project Planning Division may manage a varied, complex and interesting compelling portfolio of privately initiated development projects through the entitlement process, such as General Plan Amendments, Rezones, Major Use Permits, and Tentative Maps. Primary responsibilities may include reviewing projects for compliance with all applicable policies and regulations; coordinating with other divisions, departments, agencies and permit applicants; managing project schedules and budgets; preparing staff reports; outreach and communication with community groups, interest groups, individuals and many other stakeholders; and presenting to the Planning Commission, Board of Supervisors and o