Job Details
Planner I/II/III
2025-04-16 Kern County, CA Bakersfield,CA
Description:
Examinations:
Written Exam (Weighted 100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of planning principles and theory; applicable planning and zoning laws, ordinances and regulations; surveying; research methodologies; and, report writing techniques.
Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the exam process.
This position works within various departments within the County of Kern.
Minimum Qualifications/Employment Standards:
Bachelor's Degree in Planning or a related field.
OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to obtain the knowledge and skill to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Please ensure applicable materials are attached to your application. If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may deliver a copy to the Human Resources Division at 1115 Truxtun Ave. First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301 or email to .
Full Job Description: Planner //
About Kern County
Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.
To learn more about Kern County, click or follow us:
Growth Mindset
We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.
Additional Information
Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.
A background check may be conducted for this classification.
Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.
This examination will establish an eligible list from which an immediate appointment(s) will be made at the Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed.
Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.
For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our
Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Kern County Employee Benefits
*As a regular or provisional employee of Kern County, working twenty (20) hours or more per week, you are presently eligible for the following benefits as described below:
: (Medical/Dental/Vision): Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).
: Kern County Employees' Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.
: This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.
Note: Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows:
: Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax bases: Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account.
Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days (per calendar year)
01
I have attached a copy of a Bachelor's degree or transcripts verifying the conferral of a Bachelor's degree in Planning to this application.
02
I have completed coursework in Planning. Please list all of the courses taken in Planning and/or Community Development, Land use, and/or Transportation. Also include in your response the name of the college or university where the courses were completed.
03
I have experience in Planning: Community Development, Land use, and/or Transportation Planning. Please list the name of the private sector organization or public sector agency in which the experience was gained, your job title, and your total years of experience performing the duties.
Required Question
Salary : $4,844.45 - $7,210.28 Monthly
Location : Bakersfield, CA
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 9709
Department: Planning & Community Development
Opening Date: 04/09/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Information
This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time without notice.
Salary: Level I: $2,235.90 - $2,672.11; Level II: $2,350.24 -2,808.75; Level III: $2,784.57 - $3,327.82; Paid bi-weekly.
Examination Schedule:
- Written Exam: Qualified candidates will be notified five days prior to the examination.
Examinations:
Written Exam (Weighted 100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of planning principles and theory; applicable planning and zoning laws, ordinances and regulations; surveying; research methodologies; and, report writing techniques.
Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the exam process.
This position works within various departments within the County of Kern.
Minimum Qualifications/Employment Standards:
Bachelor's Degree in Planning or a related field.
OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to obtain the knowledge and skill to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Please ensure applicable materials are attached to your application. If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may deliver a copy to the Human Resources Division at 1115 Truxtun Ave. First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301 or email to .
Full Job Description: Planner //
About Kern County
Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.
To learn more about Kern County, click or follow us:
Growth Mindset
We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.
Additional Information
Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.
A background check may be conducted for this classification.
Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.
This examination will establish an eligible list from which an immediate appointment(s) will be made at the Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed.
Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.
For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our
Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Kern County Employee Benefits
*As a regular or provisional employee of Kern County, working twenty (20) hours or more per week, you are presently eligible for the following benefits as described below:
: (Medical/Dental/Vision): Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).
: Kern County Employees' Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.
: This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.
Note: Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows:
- The County of Kern withholds 6.2% for Social Security (FICA1) and 1.45% for Medicare (FICA2) from employee's payroll warrants
- The County matches the employee's 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for Medicare
: Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax bases: Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account.
Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days (per calendar year)
01
I have attached a copy of a Bachelor's degree or transcripts verifying the conferral of a Bachelor's degree in Planning to this application.
- Yes
- No
02
I have completed coursework in Planning. Please list all of the courses taken in Planning and/or Community Development, Land use, and/or Transportation. Also include in your response the name of the college or university where the courses were completed.
03
I have experience in Planning: Community Development, Land use, and/or Transportation Planning. Please list the name of the private sector organization or public sector agency in which the experience was gained, your job title, and your total years of experience performing the duties.
Required Question