Supervising Planner

Filing Deadline: 9/27/2026

POSITION DESCRIPTION  

Join the City of Fresno in achieving our mission of Building a Better Fresno!

The Supervising Planner is the first-line supervisory class in the professional planning series.  The incumbent supervises activities of staff in the preparation of plans, policy proposals, zoning code enforcement and items for public hearings.  The Supervising Planner will assess needs and prepare and administer work schedules for planning projects, customer service needs, public counter operations, and zoning code compliance.  These responsibilities will include a challenging and diverse array of current and long-range planning activities.  The Supervising Planner is expected to carry a caseload of complex entitlements and/or long-range projects in addition to their supervisory responsibilities. 

One (1) vacancy currently exists in the Planning and Development Department. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period at the City's discretion. Should the competitive process be suspended for this recruitment, the eligibility list may be limited to three (3) months.  

THE REQUIREMENTS  

These are entrance requirements to the competitive examination and do not assure a place on the eligible list.  Applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify: 

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, architecture, engineering, or a related field; and

Four years of experience as a professional planner within a planning agency, one year of which included progressively responsible lead experience. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

NOTE: If qualifying with a degree or accredited college or university credits, please attach a copy of the degree or transcripts. Applications lacking this documentation may be rejected.

Preferred qualifications: 

Experience in conducting environmental assessments with certification in California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Practice or Environmental Analysis; OR, experience in the entitlement process and planning review; OR, experience in leading long-range planning projects.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 

Eligibles certified for consideration for hire will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno. 

Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.

SELECTION PROCESS  

The selection process may consist of the following:   

APPLICATION REVIEW- Qualifying Only: Applications submitted will be reviewed and a limited number of the most qualified candidates may be invited to the Oral Examination.  The selection will be based upon those applications which demonstrate the greatest breadth and depth of applicable education, experience, skills and training.   Therefore, applicants are urged to submit sufficiently detailed information in their application materials for a proper evaluation. 

ORAL EXAM - 100%:  A panel of subject matter experts will conduct a job-related Oral Examination which may evaluate each candidate's knowledge of terminology, techniques and practices of modern urban planning, zoning codes, regulations and ordinances; ability to effectively plan and supervise the work of professional and technical staff; establish and maintain effective working relationships; or other topics related to a candidate's training, experience and qualifications for the position of Supervising Planner.  Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.  

The Oral Exam date is tentatively scheduled for week of October 12, 2026.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE

Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period.  Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service.  Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score.

How To Apply

For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call 1-855-524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.

Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.

For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.

For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage. If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.