City Planning Manager - City of Santa Barbara, CA

Santa Barbara is among the world's most desirable places to work and live.  Quietly nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, Santa Barbara represents the essence of Southern California – the art and culture of a metropolitan city with the heart and hospitality of a small, beautiful coastal town.  The City is a 2-hour drive north of Los Angeles or a short hop from any corner of the world via the Santa Barbara Airport.  The City offers its approximately 91,000 residents a year-round mild climate with an average temperature in the 70’s, magnificent beaches, mountains, and parks within minutes of a bustling downtown.

The successful candidate as the City Planning Manager will be a strong leader, be politically savvy, and possess a strong background in Planning; have a passion for delivering high quality services, strengthening community connections and leading by example; knowledgeable of planning, zoning and permitting; and have a thorough understanding of State and local planning and zoning standards, the California Environmental Quality Act, the Subdivision Map Act, current techniques of urban planning and be familiar with coastal concerns.

The City is offering a competitive salary range of $157,819 to $188,598, depending upon the qualifications, education, and experience of the selected candidate.”

Filing Deadline: June 30, 2023
Resumes are acknowledged within 2 business days.