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Salary : $98,529.60 - $138,736.00 Annually Location : Moreno Valley, CA Job Type : Professional Administrative Management Job Number : 2025-00067 Department : Community Development Department Division : CD - Planning Opening Date : 12 / 03 / 2025 Closing Date : Continuous FLSA : Exempt Description Join the Planning Division and Lead the Way as the City's next Senior Planner! 1st review of applications is planned for Wednesday, December 17, 2025. Recruitment may be used to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review deadline. YOUR POSITION The City of Moreno Valley is seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Planner to join our dynamic Community Development Department. This first-level supervisory role plays a pivotal part in shaping the future of our city by leading a team of planners and interns in implementing innovative and sustainable planning initiatives. Under general direction, the Senior Planner will organize, supervise, and actively participate in professional and technical planning activities, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The Senior Planner will spearhead complex planning projects, provide critical input on land use policies, and serve as a liaison between the City, regional organizations, and the community. This is an exciting opportunity for a planning professional who is passionate about making a lasting impact. Find additional information in the Senior Planner job description. IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate for the Senior Planner position is a collaborative and detail-oriented professional with a solid understanding of urban planning principles and municipal planning processes. They should possess demonstrated expertise in land use policies, zoning codes, and CEQA regulations, along with the ability to manage complex projects and guide a team to success. This individual is skilled at interpreting policies, conducting analyses, and presenting clear and persuasive recommendations. With a commitment to public service, they excel at building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, including city staff, developers, and community members. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, analytical capabilities, and a dedication to contributing to Moreno Valley's growth while upholding its unique character and community values. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A bachelor's degree in planning or a closely related field; OR, equivalent related work experience; AND At least six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience in municipal planning. THE DEPARTMENT The Community Development Department provides a variety of development and business services related to enhancing the quality of life in the community. The Community Development function provides planning, building, and code-compliance services. The Building & Safety Division provides building plan examination services and conducts field inspections of buildings under construction to ensure that the City's building environment complies with established construction codes. The Planning Division processes land use applications in accordance with the provisions of the City's Development Code, General Plan, Landscape Guidelines, applicable Specific plan requirements, CEQA, and other State and Federal requirements. ABOUT THE PLANNING DIVISION The Planning Division recommends and implements land use policies, processes land use applications and prepares and processes updates and revisions to the General Plan, Municipal Code, Landscape guidelines and Design guidelines. This division provides staff support to City Council, the Planning Commission, the Environmental and Historical Preservation Commission, and the Project Review Staff Committee. For more information about the Planning Division, please click here. The Selection Process Applicants possessing the MOST DESIRABLE qualifications at each level, based on a screening of required application materials, including the completed Supplemental Questionnaire, will be invited to continue in the selection process. The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people. As part of this commitment, The City of Moreno Valley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources at or (951) 413-3045. BENEFITS : For an overview of the City of Moreno Valley's excellent benefit offerings, please click the following link : SELECTION PROCESS : Following an administrative review of each application, only the most qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview and / or testing. The successful candidate will be required to pass a medical examination, and to submit original documentation to establish both work authorization and identity (per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986). Criminal background investigations will be conducted, and, in accordance with our Drug Free Workplace Policy, a Drug Screening Test will be required. The City of Moreno Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. For further information regarding this position, contact the Human Resources Department at (951) 413-3045. The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. 01 Please Indicate the highest level of education you have completed. Less than High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED Some college coursework completed (less than 59 semester units or less than 89 quarter units) Associate's Degree (at least 60 semester units or 90 quarter units) Bachelor's Degree (at least 120 semester units or 180 quarter units) Master's Degree or higher 02 Do you have governmental agency experience? Yes No 03 If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please provide the name of the government agency where you gained your experience. ("See Resume" is not a valid response, if you do not have this experience, put N / A) 04 Please indicate the amount of experience you possess in professional planning or development review. None Less than four (4) years Four (4) - five (5) years Six (6) - seven (7) Eight (8) - nine (9) Ten (10) years or more 05 Please indicate the amount of full-time experience you possess at a supervisor level. No experience Less than two (2) year Two (2) - three (3) years Four (4) years or more 06 Which of the following best describes your experience with municipal planning processes and regulations? I have extensive experience managing complex municipal planning projects, including land use applications and General Plan amendments, and interpreting CEQA and Subdivision Map Act regulations. I have moderate experience with municipal planning processes and regulations, including some exposure to CEQA and land use applications. I have limited experience with municipal planning processes, but I am eager to learn and develop my skills in this area. I have no experience with municipal planning processes or regulations. 07 Describe your experience managing complex planning projects or programs, including interpreting and applying local codes and state statutes relevant to comprehensive plans. Provide specific examples, such as private development projects or large-scale planning efforts like master plans, park use plans, specific plans, or construction projects.Note : 'See Resume' is not a valid response. If you do not have this experience, put "N / A." 08 Describe your experience overseeing the work of multiple team members and / or consultants on planning projects. Outline the scope of your supervisory duties, including activities such as coaching, assigning tasks, training, and any other relevant responsibilities.Note : 'See Resume' is not a valid response. If you do not have this experience, put N / A." Required Question