Planning Analyst*

The Job

San Bernardino County Land Use Services is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable Planning Analyst to join our team. The successful candidate will support the Current Planning Team within the Planning Division, performing a broad range of complex operational, research, analytical, technical, and administrative functions in support of development review and departmental activities. Based on the assignment, the 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 may include:

Research and Analysis:

• Collect, analyze, and interpret information related to land use, zoning, development standards, entitlement applications, environmental review, and other Current Planning matters.
• Conduct research regarding zoning regulations, General Plan and Specific Plan policies, development standards, permit history, land use entitlements, and applicable local and State regulations.
• Assist planners and management with research and analysis associated with development applications, zoning inquiries, project conditions, environmental documentation, and other Current Planning assignments.

Division Support and Reporting:

• Assist with the docketing and scheduling of projects for Zoning Administrator and Planning Commission hearings, including tracking deadlines, coordinating agenda items, assembling hearing materials, and ensuring required documentation is complete and submitted in accordance with established schedules.
• Provide analytical, technical, and project support across Current Planning work units based on divisional workload and operational priorities.
• Assist with special projects, process improvements, research assignments, and other Current Planning functions as assigned.

*Official Job Title: Staff Analyst II. For more details, review the Staff Analyst II job description. EXCELLENT BENEFITS To review the job specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits (Download PDF reader) and Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) (Download PDF reader) CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

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. For more information visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Professional experience in the planning field, including experience as a Research Assistant, Planning Secretary, Planning Technician, Planner, Analyst, or similar position within a municipal Community Development or Planning Department or a private planning consulting firm.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities simultaneously while meeting established deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse groups, colleagues, applicants, and members of the public

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 deadline: 5:00 PM PST, FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2026 . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees 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 recruitment filing deadline.

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

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

Benefits

Administrative Services Unit San Bernardino County 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 other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits * for more information Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information. *Retirement benefits subject to change.