PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING SPECIALIST

University of California Office of the President
$88,000 - $103,000, commensurate with experience
United States, California, Oakland
1111 Franklin Street (Show on map)
Feb 14, 2025
Apply for Job Job ID 76193 Location Oakland Full/Part Time Full Time Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job Job Posting For UCOP internal applicants, please login to the internal candidate gateway at: Jobs at UCOP UC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT At the University of California (UC), your contributions make a difference. A world leader producing Nobel and Pulitzer Prize recipients with over 150 years of groundbreaking research transforming the world. Choose a career where you can leverage your knowledge, skills and aspirations to inspire and support some of the greatest minds in the world, and those who will follow in their footsteps. Working at the University of California is being part of a unique institution, and a vibrant and diverse community. At the University of California, Office of the President, we propel our mission through impactful work locally, in government centers and systemwide. We are passionate people, serving the greater good. The University of California, one of the largest and most acclaimed institutions of higher learning in the world, is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and public service. The University of California Office of the President is the headquarters to the 10 campuses, six academic medical centers and three national laboratories and enrolls premier students from California, the nation and the world. Learn more about the UC Office of the President Position Base Oakland Location UCOP - Franklin Building DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW Physical and Environmental Planning supports systemwide land use planning and physical development. We provide systemwide guidance on land use planning, physical development and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) compliance. We provide CEQA guidance on Long Range Development Plans, Capital Projects, Real Estate Transactions, and other activities. POSITION SUMMARY Provides guidance and expertise to campuses and departments on all physical and environmental planning and development documents. Facilitates compliance with UC policy, long range development plans, and environmental planning regulations in the project development process. Uses land use planning concepts, professional knowledge of planning theory and practice, environmental regulations, development standards, and local campus information to review documents and plans. Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situation or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Advocates for campus projects and approvals within UC, and coordinates as needed with outside agencies. Assists higher level Planners in the conduct of planning studies and related analysis. Key Responsibilities 75% CEQA Compliance and Land Use Planning. Provide system-wide guidance to campuses on land use planning and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) compliance. Interpret CEQA as it applies to a wide variety of capital projects, real estate transactions, and other University activities. Work collaboratively with campus physical and environmental planners to review and process environmental documents and notices. Review project approval documents for consistency with CEQA, and prepare documentation as necessary to support University approval at various authority levels. Assess campus projects from an environmental and long range planning perspective. Research and analyze general information on various environmental and planning related topics such as air quality, biological resources, cultural resources, greenhouse gas emissions, land use, housing, transportation, etc. Provide technical guidance to campuses on CEQA, Long Range Development Plans, related physical and land use planning documents, applicable University policies and processes, relevant land use and environmental law, and regulatory processes such as the California Coastal Act and Fish and Game Code. Prepare studies and written reports or presentations on systemwide planning related issues. Monitor and analyze proposed legislation and regulatory changes in CEQA, environmental planning and land use areas. Develop policy proposals, recommendations and procedural requirements. Prepare written reports and documentation on related University planning issues. 15% Communication and Information Management. Maintain information databases of Long Range Development Plans, capital development and land use projects, regulatory compliance matters, and related training and informational documents. Summarize complex planning and environmental issues into simple short communiques intended for non-planning audiences. Attend meetings at UCOP, campuses, agencies and community organizations as a representative of UCOP. 10% Training and Events. Assist with development and coordination of training workshops, conferences and special events on land use and environmental topics in collaboration with campus and UCOP planning colleagues. Experience Preferred Qualifications Min 2 years Professional experience in preparation or administration of CEQA, long range planning, and/or environmental permitting documents preferred. Skills and Abilities Required Qualifications Knowledge/skill in basic physical and environmental planning, land use, architecture, landscape architecture, or other planning-related fields. Written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Organizational skills, including proven ability to create and meet schedules and deadlines. Education Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in related area and 2 years minimum experience in physical or environmental planning, or master's degree in related field. Licenses and Certifications Preferred Qualifications American Institute of Certified Planners Certification Travel Requirements 10% Occasional travel to campus or other UC sites to view development sites or other planning areas, and/or meet with local staff. SPECIAL CONDITIONS This position is approved for a hybrid work arrangement. The person hired must report to work on-site at UC's Office of the President (UCOP) located in Oakland, CA, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, subject to change. The person hired will be required to reside in the state of California. SALARY AND BENEFITS Job Title Planning Specialist 2 Job Code 007082 Salary Grade Grade 21 Payscale: $88,000 - $103,000, commensurate with experience Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: Benefits of Belonging ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HOW TO APPLY Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application. APPLICATION REVIEW DATE The first review date for this job is March 3, 2025. The position will be open until filled. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position. 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