Land Use Planning Analyst Trainee*

Job Description:

Land Use Planning Analyst Trainee*

Description

The Job

San Bernardino County Land Use Services is recruiting for Land Use Planning Analyst Trainee*, the entry-level class in the professional planning analyst series. The Land Use Planning Analyst Trainee will receive close supervision and training while learning to perform a variety of operational, research, analytical, and administrative tasks that support the Planning Division. As training and experience are gained, incumbents are expected to develop increased proficiency and assume more responsible assignments.

Under training and supervision, the Land Use Planning Analyst Trainee will assist with:

• Collecting and analyzing land use, zoning, environmental, and demographic data.
• Preparing basic reports, summaries, charts, and presentations.
• Assisting with research and updates to planning policies, ordinances, and procedures.
• Supporting long-range planning projects and monitoring project tasks and timelines.
• Coordinating with staff, departments, agencies, and the public on planning-related activities.
• Providing basic technical assistance and learning to apply planning regulations, including California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

*Official Title: Staff Analyst II Trainee; for more information refer to the Staff Analyst II Trainee job description.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job-specific benefits, refer to:

Summary of Benefits

Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must undergo a background check, which includes fingerprinting and a medical exam.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider candidates who require Visa Sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States.

Promotion: Incumbents in the class of Staff Analyst II Trainee are eligible for promotion to Staff Analyst II upon meeting minimum qualifications and receipt of a satisfactory work progress report. Incumbents must be promoted within 24 months or be terminated.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the Education requirement AND the one (1) of the Experience options to qualify.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

A completed/awarded Bachelor's degree in public/business administration, urban planning, geography, environmental studies, or other relevant field of study.

- AND -

EXPERIENCE OPTIONS EXPERIENCE OPTION 1: One (1) year of professional level experience performing research, data analysis, report writing, or administrative support in a public agency, planning, environmental, community development, or related setting.
EXPERIENCE OPTION 2: One (1) year of professional level experience in urban planning, analytical duties, special projects coordination, data/statistical analysis and reporting, and/or organizational/staffing analysis or related experience.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
EDUCATION
Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. (Must be attached if applicable.) Click here for more information on evaluation services.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with land use laws, zoning codes, and urban development practices is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with GIS software (ArcGIS or similar) is preferred.
• Self-motivated with a strong interest in land use planning and urban development.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Selection Process

Examination Procedure:
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

Application Procedure :
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the deadline: 5:00 PM PST, FRIDAY, JANUARY 2, 2026 . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.

Veterans' Preference:
Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees mayreceive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request thesepoints, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy .

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process .

Administrative Services Unit

San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits * for more information

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County’s Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.

*Retirement benefits subject to change.

Closing Date/Time: 1/2/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$58,219.20 - $78,145.60 Annually