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Location : Tehama County, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-00161
Department: Planning
Opening Date: 07/29/2026
Closing Date: 8/31/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
The Planning Department's mission statement is "Building a Brighter Community One Plan at a Time". Our priority is to provide efficient and effective services to those we serve, citizens, business and property owners, visitors, and stakeholders.
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Salary(A-E Steps)
Planner I:
$27.57 - $33.51 Hourly/$2,205.60 - $2,680.80 Biweekly
Planner II:
$30.43 - $36.99 Hourly/$2,434.40 - $2,959.20 Biweekly
Position Description: Under the direction of the Planning Director, performs professional planning functions involving community planning, zoning and land use matters, gathering and analyzing data, preparing reports related to planning activities, projects, and/or programs of the County, and assisting with technical and administrative matters related to County planning. Provides information to the public regarding department functions and activities.
About the Department: The Planning Department serves as the land use information center for the County. The Department functions as a professional staff to the Board of Supervisors, the Planning Commission, and the Airport Land Use Commission. The Department disseminates information to the public regarding potential development areas for residential, commercial, industrial, and resource development and management.
The Department is responsible for the maintenance and implementation of the County General Plan, the County Zoning, and implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The Department processes development applications and permit requests for land divisions, use permits, General Plan amendments, zone changes, and variances. It also processes permits and enforces state requirements for the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act (SMARA). In addition, the Department functions as the Census Data Center for the County and disseminates information regarding population, economic, and housing characteristics and trends.
Examples of Duties

• Assists the general public, contractors, developers, Planning Commission, Board of Supervisors, and other agencies regarding planning ordinances and requirements.
• Receives and processes plot plans, tract maps and parcel maps, use permit applications, general plan amendments and re-zonings, etc., ensuring completeness, accuracy and compliance with County regulations.
• Reviews and approves lot line adjustments, plot plans, etc.
• Prepares environmental analyses for review of permits or applications subject to California Environmental Quality Act.
• Reviews and conducts special studies and analyses related to planning projects, programs and operations.

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Planner I | Planner II
Education, Experience & Licenses
Planner I

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree with major coursework in planning, public administration, architecture, geography or a related field.
• One (1) year of professional experience in public sector planning experience or related work in urban planning encompassing current planning activities is preferred.

Planner II

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree with major coursework in planning, public administration, architecture, geography or a related field.
• Three (3) years of professional experience in public sector planning experience or related work in urban planning encompassing advanced and / or current planning activities is preferred.

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
License & Special Requirements:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California Class C Driver License and a satisfactory driving record is required. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Recruitment Information
The Department is currently recruiting for one (1) vacancy.
Additionally, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Planner I/II, as well as subsequent vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list.
Please submit ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
The following MUST be submitted to be considered for this position:

• Cover Letter (A resume is NOT considered a cover letter)
• Resume

New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range. Candidates who exceed entry level qualifications may be considered, with approval from the Board of Supervisors, for placement at other than A step.
If you have questions about this recruitment, please contact:
Melinda Touvell | 530-527-2200 |
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the County.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT / VETERANS' PREFERENCE POLICY / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
NOTE: THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES.
*Rates listed in this flyer represent a full-time employee's accrual rate and health insurance premium rate. Part-time employees will have pro-rated accruals and health insurance premium rates based on the number of hours they work.
This position is represented by the Local 39 bargaining unit.
SALARY:

• Annual salary step increases based upon satisfactory performance and completion of one year of employment (Step A to E).

HEALTH:

• Approximately 80% of the premium for medical, dental, and vision plan is paid by the County (EPO Plan). The plan covers the employee and all eligible dependents at NO ADDITIONAL COST!
• Employee premiums are $234.54 per month as of January 1, 2025 and $266.97 as of January 1, 2026 for employee and all eligible dependents.

PAID LEAVES:

• Benefits also include an annual paid leave plan of
  • 96 hours of vacation (increases upon continuous years of service)
  • 96 hours of sick leave
  • 14 paid holidays plus one 8 hour personal holiday

LIFE INSURANCE:

• Approximately 80% of the premium for a $30,000 life insurance plan for the employee is paid for by the County.

RETIREMENT:

• A retirement plan through CalPERS.
  • CalPERS Formulas:
    • Classic member = 2% @ 55
    • New Member = 2% @ 62
• A Deferred Compensation retirement plan option with a County match of up to a maximum of $60 per month.

ASSISTANCE & PROGRAMS:

• Employee Assistance Program: Provided to all employees and employee's family members at no cost.
• LiveHealth Online: Access to a medical provider 24/7 from the comfort of your home at NO COST!
• Lark: Diabetes Prevention Program
• Livongo: Diabetes Management Program
• Hinge Health: Lower Back & Joint Pain Program
• Carrum Health: Enhanced Surgery Benefits Program
• Assist to Own: Down Payment Assistance Program

01
What is your highest level of education?

• Some high school
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the above

02
How many years of professional experience in public sector planning or related work in urban planning encompassing advanced and/or current planning activities do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience
• 3 years to less than 4 years of experience
• 4 or more years of experience

03
Do you have public sector experience?

• Yes
• No
• N/A

04
Do you have a valid, non-expired California Driver's License or can you obtain one within 6 months?

• Yes
• No

Required Question