Senior Planner
City of Orinda · Orinda, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteOTHRPart-time
Close Date: October 5, 2026 at 5:00 pm
The City of Orinda is seeking an experienced, collaborative planning professional to join our high-performing team as a Senior Planner. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a community that values thoughtful growth, preservation of its semi-rural character, and a vibrant downtown.
Under the direction of the Planning Director, the Senior Planner leads complex current and long-range planning projects, including development review, zoning, housing initiatives, and policy development. The position works closely with staff, community members, and decision-makers, and provides technical guidance and supervision to assigned staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage complex planning projects and development applications
- Conduct site plan and design review for regulatory compliance
- Prepare and present reports to the Planning Commission and City Council
- Coordinate with departments, agencies, and stakeholders
- Oversee CEQA/environmental review processes
Key Projects
- Housing Element implementation
- General Plan and Zoning Code updates
- Downtown initiatives (Plan Orinda / ConnectOrinda)
- Regional grant program support (e.g., MTC-ABAG)
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field (Master’s desirable)
- Six (6) years of progressively responsible planning experience
- Public sector experience and AICP certification highly desirable
- Valid California driver’s license (or ability to obtain)