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Flood Protection Planner

Salary

$109,655.94 - $133,272.05 Annually

Location

West Sacramento, CA

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Job Number

2025-00054

Department

CAPITAL PROJECTS

Division

FLOOD PROTECTION

Opening Date

05/27/2025

Closing Date

6/17/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

MGMT

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The City of West Sacramento is actively recruiting for an Flood Planner to join the City's Flood Protection Division in the planning and delivery of complex single- and multi- objective flood risk reduction projects that support the West Sacramento Levee Improvement Program. The ideal candidate will have experience land use and environmental planning, real estate and working with regulatory agencies, preferably in flood risk reduction, with excellent project management and communication skills. This is a great opportunity to join a high performing team that is focused on reducing flood risk for the City of West Sacramento that will serve the community for generations to come. The Flood Planner works cooperatively with the Flood Team, other City departments, the CA Department of Water Resources, the Central Valley Flood Protection Board and the US Army Corps of Engineers in project delivery.

DEFINITION: The Flood Protection Planner is responsible for assisting in the planning, development and implementation of the City of West Sacramento's Flood Management and Protection Program. The Flood Protection Planner supports the City's and West Sacramento Area Flood Control Agency (WSAFCA) projects and objectives by engaging in strategic planning, monitoring work flow, evaluating staff and consultant work products, procedures and public documents; coordinating with Federal, State, Regional and Local Agency staff; and acts as liaison between the City, WSAFCA and its project consultants, and the general public. This is an "at-will" position that is appointed by and sits at the pleasure of the City Manager.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives general direction from the Director of Public Works or his/her designee. May exercise direct supervision over professional, technical and supervisory staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: This is a single classification that performs duties related to the planning, development and implementation of the City of West Sacramento's Flood Management and Protection Program.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Illustrative Only): Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

+ Develops work plans and schedules to ensure an effective flood management and protection program.

+ Reviews and evaluates work products, monitors work flow, and may adjust work activities to assure effective project delivery.

+ Assists with planning, directing and coordinating the City's and WSAFCA's flood management and protection policies, programs and objectives.

+ Assists with coordination of other Federal, State, Regional, and Local Agency flood management and protection staff and programs.

+ Assists with real estate and right-of-way in conjunction with flood risk reduction projects.

+ Assists and participates in the City's emergency operations and preparedness planning and implementation in the event of a flood emergency.

+ Assists with public information dissemination and outreach of flood management and protection.

+ Makes presentations to City Council, WSAFCA Board and other public audiences.

+ Represents City and WSAFCA at a variety of meetings.

+ May assist with forecasting, budget, and business analysis to develop and sustain a comprehensive flood protection funding strategy.

+ May direct and manage development, negotiation, and administration of contracts, licenses, permits and other agreements for the flood protection program.

+ May assign work activities and project assignments.

+ May participate in the selection, training, supervision, evaluation and discipline of assigned staff.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge and skill. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skill would be:

Education: A Bachelor's Degree in public or business administration, urban planning, environmental sciences or closely related field.

Experience: Two (2) years of professional experience in flood protection, environmental planning, land use planning, community development or related field at the full working/journey level which must have included performing one of the following types of planning activities associated with a flood control agency or consulting firm: comprehensive, regional, area, or floodplain management planning; flood control plan/proposal review; general plan amendments; zoning, land division or planning administration. Graduate level coursework may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the required experience.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES: Possession of a valid Class "3" or "C" California driver license.

WORKING CONDITIONS: May serve as staff to commissions and may be required to attend off-hour meetings.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Mobility to work in a standard office or construction environment, use standard office equipment, and attend off-site meetings. On an intermittent basis, sit at a desk for long periods of time; intermittently walk, stand, bend, squat, twist, and reach while performing office duties; mobility to occasionally traverse uneven terrain; periodically standing, stooping, bending, climbing and kneeling to perform inspections; on occasion, may be required to work in exposure to weather. Manual dexterity to use standard office equipment and supplies and small tools and to manipulate both single sheets of paper and large document holders (manuals, binders, etc.); vision to read handwritten and printed material and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and by telephone; ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds such as files, manuals, or small tools and equipment for distances up to 50 feet.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS: Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing department guidelines, policies and procedures.

An applicant who qualifies for veterans’ preference and successfully places on an eligibility list for initial entrance into employment with the city shall be advanced one rank on the final eligibility list. Where there are five (5) or less qualified applicants, no veterans’ preference shall apply and all applicants shall be placed on the certification list forwarded to the departments for hiring consideration. The exercise of veterans’ preference shall be exhausted upon appointment to a regular position from an eligibility list.

An official City of West Sacramento application form must be filled out, in its entirety. It is the applicant's responsibility to explain their qualifications fully and clearly. In addition, applicants must submit a resume and complete the required supplemental questionnaire (if applicable). Incomplete information on the application, resume and/or supplemental questionnaire may be cause for disqualification. Application packages will be reviewed and screened for qualifications. Additional screening criteria will be developed based on the supplemental questionnaire (if applicable).

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Our benefits package includes not just the essentials, but also unique perks that set us apart. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with pet insurance for your furry family members. Stay fit and healthy with our discounted gym memberships. Take advantage of our voluntary benefits that allow you to customize your coverage to fit your lifestyle. And when life gets challenging, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Concern is here to support you with confidential counseling, work-life resources, and 24/7 support for personal and professional matters.

By joining our team, you're not just starting a job – you're embarking on a rewarding career path in a supportive and inclusive environment. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. Experience the difference of working for an employer who truly values your contributions and well-being. Discover why the City of West Sacramento is the ideal place to grow your career and enrich your life. Click below to learn more about the benefits waiting for you!

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To be considered for the Flood Protection Planner position, all candidates are to complete and submit the required supplemental questionnaire with their application and resume. Failure to submit the completed supplemental questionnaire and application and resume will disqualify you from further consideration in the selection process used to fill this position. Please attach your typewritten responses to this sheet and submit with your application and resume. Please be concise and limit your responses to no more than one-half (1/2) page per question. The answers to the questions below will be evaluated along with the information provided in your employment application. Therefore, your answers must be consistent with your employment application information (especially in the "education" and "work experience" sections), must be unambiguous, and must contain sufficient but concise detail and organization to facilitate the screening process. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completing the supplemental questionnaire. Lack of clarity, incomplete or inconsistent information, and/or disorganized presentation will negatively affect your evaluation. Do you understand these directions?

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Describe how a public agency acquires property for a project?

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Describe your experience with project permitting.

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Describe a project that you worked on that required NEPA and CEQA compliance. What was your role?

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I certify that the statements made in this Supplemental Questionnaire are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and are made in good faith by me. I understand that any misrepresentation and/or falsification of my answers may result in my application being ineligible for this recruitment process.

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Employer

City of West Sacramento

Address

1110 West Capitol Ave 3rd Floor West Sacramento, California, 95691

Phone

(916) 617-4567

Website

http://www.cityofwestsacramento.org

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