Senior Land Use Services Coordinator

Senior Land Use Services Coordinator

Salary

$87,339.20 - $120,224.00 Annually

Location

Throughout San Bernardino County, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-12053-01

Department

Land Use Services

Opening Date

08/01/2026

Closing Date

8/28/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

The Job

The San Bernardino County Land Use Services Department is looking for a Senior Land Use Services Coordinator who possesses strong verbal and written communication skills to communicate with developers, the public, and Board of Supervisors and can explain or resolve development related issues. The Senior Land Use Services Coordinator, under general administrative direction, functions in a lead capacity over Land Use Services Coordinators; coordinates communication and manages the most complex investigations, complaints, and development projects as needed among the various Land Use Services Department Divisions and other County departments to ensure consistent interpretation and conformance requirements for development projects. This position reports to the Director of Land Use Services.

For more information, refer to the Senior Land Use Services Coordinator job description.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

San Bernardino County is geographically the largest in the United States and the fourteenth largest in population. The Land Use Services Department is dedicated to ensuring a balance in the areas of housing, business, and recreational needs for the diverse cultures and communities of San Bernardino County. This is accomplished through comprehensive regional planning and enforcement of building standards, land uses, and environmental impacts. The Land Use Services Department continues to improve the quality of life for residents and visitors to San Bernardino County by providing a framework for orderly growth while maintaining the highest level of public safety. We are looking for land use professionals inspired by community-based planning, great customer service, permitting system innovation, interdisciplinary teamwork, and the pursuit of best practices.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review the job specific benefits, refer to

Summary of Benefits

Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment.

License: Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for transportation.

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

Minimum Requirements

Experience: Candidates must meet one of the qualifying options below.

Option 1: Five (5) years of administrative experience explaining rules, regulations, and ordinances in a development agency or similar environment.

Option 2: Two (2) years of experience as a Land Use Services Coordinator at San Bernardino County OR comparable position in another public sector development agency.

Desired Qualifications

The desired candidate will have experience working in a land development agency with experience in communicating and problem solving in a fast paced environment. Candidates working in a Land Use Environment are desirable.

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 5:00 PM PST, FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 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 Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees 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 recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans Preference:

Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, 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.

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PLEASE READ THE BELOW STATEMENT

Instructions: The information provided on your application and in your responses to the following Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this position, as well as in a competitive evaluation of qualifications. It is in your best interest to be as thorough as possible in your responses. Failure to submit all requested information may adversely affect the evaluation of your application. Resumes will NOT be reviewed to determine qualifications. Applicants will not be able to update their application materials or answers to the questionnaire once the application has been submitted. Note: Experience listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.

• I have read and understand the above statement.

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Customer Service/Complaint Resolution: Describe your customer service experience investigating, analyzing, and resolving complaints in a land development or other environment. In your response, the name of the employer(s), job title(s), your experience in recommending/coordinating solutions and navigating complex/politically sensitive issues and other relevant duties. Ensure the employer is clearly listed on the Work Experience section of your application. If no experience, indicate "N/A."

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Public Relations/Liaison Experience: Describe your experience as a representative/liaison for an agency, working with the public, other divisions/departments, private developers, Board of Supervisors, and other elected or appointed officials, particularly on behalf of a land development agency. In your response, include the name of your employer(s), job titles, and other relevant duties. Ensure the employer is clearly listed on the Work Experience section of your application. If no experience, indicate "N/A."

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Report Writing Experience: Describe your experience writing reports and the recipients of those reports, including written responses to complaints and inquiries. In your response include the name of the employer, dates of employment, and job title where the experience was obtained. Ensure the employer is clearly listed on the Work Experience section of your application.

If no experience, indicate "N/A."

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Analytical Experience: Describe your professional-level experience analyzing complex legislation, rules, and regulations, handling politically sensitive issues, and making recommendations/solutions based upon findings. In your response, include the name of your employer(s), job titles, experience in the public sector, particularly in land development, and other relevant duties. Ensure the employer is clearly listed on the Work Experience section of your application.

If no experience, indicate "N/A."

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Lead/Supervision: Describe your experience as a lead or supervisor in a land development agency or similar environment. Specify your responsibility for assigning/reviewing work, completing work performance evaluations, training, hiring, and disciplinary actions. In your response, include the name of your employer(s), number/titles of staff supervised, and other relevant duties. Ensure 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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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 Gmails 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. Download the PDF Guide. 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 www.governmentjobs.com (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. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.

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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Employer San Bernardino County

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San Bernardino, California, 92415-0440

Phone (909) 387-8304

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Website http://www.sbcounty.gov/jobs