Planning Analyst*

County of San Bernardino, CA

$73K — $103K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, or related field.
  • 2 years of professional experience in urban planning or analytical roles.
  • Knowledge of zoning regulations and land use policies.
  • Strong research and analytical skills with an emphasis on problem-solving.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Collect, analyze, and interpret land use and zoning information.
  • Conduct research on zoning regulations and development standards.
  • Assist with development application analysis and zoning inquiries.
  • Schedule and prepare materials for Planning Commission hearings.
  • Provide project support across Current Planning units.
  • Lead or coordinate special projects and process improvements.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
  • Various voluntary benefit programs available.
  • Potential for professional development opportunities.
  • Flexible work options depending on departmental needs.
  • Retirement benefits with potential for change.
Full Job Description
Salary : $73,694.40 - $103,792.00 Annually
Location : Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-19647PA-01
Department: Land Use Services
Opening Date: 09/12/2026
Closing Date: 9/25/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt

The Job
San Bernardino County Land Use Services is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable Planning Analyst* to join our team. The successful candidate will support the Current Planning Team within the Planning Division, performing a broad range of complex operational, research, analytical, technical, and administrative functions in support of development review and departmental activities. Based on the assignment, the Planning Analyst will lead or coordinate special projects and studies, collecting, analyzing and presenting data, completing periodic reports for stake holders, writing new policies, initiating process improvements, and/or updating, and tracking program compliance and providing trainings to staff as requested.
Key responsibilities may include:
Research and Analysis:
  • Collect, analyze, and interpret information related to land use, zoning, development standards, entitlement applications, environmental review, and other Current Planning matters.
  • Conduct research regarding zoning regulations, General Plan and Specific Plan policies, development standards, permit history, land use entitlements, and applicable local and State regulations.
  • Assist planners and management with research and analysis associated with development applications, zoning inquiries, project conditions, environmental documentation, and other Current Planning assignments.

Division Support and Reporting:
  • Assist with the docketing and scheduling of projects for Zoning Administrator and Planning Commission hearings, including tracking deadlines, coordinating agenda items, assembling hearing materials, and ensuring required documentation is complete and submitted in accordance with established schedules.
  • Provide analytical, technical, and project support across Current Planning work units based on divisional workload and operational priorities.
  • Assist with special projects, process improvements, research assignments, and other Current Planning functions as assigned.


*Official Job Title: Staff Analyst II. For more details, review the job description.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review the job specific benefits, refer to: and
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process: Candidates selected for this position must pass a background investigation which includes fingerprints and a medical exam.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino is not able to consider candidates who will required visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States.
Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet BOTH the Education and Experience requirements to qualify.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
A completed Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Business Administration, Geography, Environmental Policy or a related field.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years of full-time equivalent professional level experience in urban planning, analytical duties, special projects coordination, data/statistical analysis and reporting, and/or organizational/staffing analysis or related experience.
Note: Qualifying degrees must be conferred by institutions accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Degrees earned outside the United States must be accompanied by an evaluation from a recognized credential evaluation service verifying U.S. equivalency. For more information visit the

Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:
  • Professional experience in the planning field, including experience as a Research Assistant, Planning Secretary, Planning Technician, Planner, Analyst, or similar position within a municipal Community Development or Planning Department or a private planning consulting firm.
  • Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities simultaneously while meeting established deadlines.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse groups, colleagues, applicants, and members of the public


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, SEPTEMBER 25, 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 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.

For more important details,
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 * for more information

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

*Retirement benefits subject to change.
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INSTRUCTIONS: The information on the Application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used in a competitive evaluation of qualifications. Accurate responses should be provided for each question, and all work experience listed on the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be listed on the Application in order to be evaluated.

(Do not refer to resume as it will NOT be reviewed. All questions should be answered appropriately.)
  • I have read and understand the above statement.

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Describe your experience supporting current planning functions, including development application processing, zoning and permit research, project tracking, and coordination with applicants, staff, or other agencies. In your response, include the name of your of employer(s), job title(s), and job duties. The employer(s) must be clearly listed on the Work Experience section of your application. If no experience, indicate "N/A."
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Describe your experience supporting public hearings and other Current Planning activities, including docket preparation, public noticing, staff report or hearing package review, deadline tracking, project research, and other administrative or analytical support functions.
Experience must also be clearly demonstrated in the Work Experience section of your application under job duties in order to be properly evaluated. If no experience, indicate "N/A."
04

Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
  • I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.

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**ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**

We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.

For your convenience, a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail is available in the attached PDF. Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.

Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
  • I understand

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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is.Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. 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.
  • I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.

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