JOB SUMMARY:
The position of Planner II, also known as Associate Planner, requires professional planning work of moderate difficulty. It is characterized by increasingly specialized knowledge of the planning field and a more elevated level of required duties and responsibilities. The Planner II is expected to possess in-depth knowledge within one or more planning specialties such as economic development, comprehensive planning, or environmental planning.
POSITION CONTEXT:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit, stand, talk, and operate multiple types of equipment for an extended period.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Interprets and applies applicable state, county, and local codes, ordinances, and regulations
- Initiates actions necessary to correct deficiencies or violations of regulations
- Assists with updates and maintenance of Comprehensive Plans and land development regulations
- Conducts review of various development applications including plats, permits, site plans, variance requests, and rezonings
- Conducts extensive research in specific or general project areas
- Writes and presents formal and technical reports, working papers, and correspondence
- Identifies community issues and opportunities in particular neighborhoods that could be mitigated through better community planning
- Develops long-range plans for communities with common developmental issues
- Develops strategies to promote economic and community development or efficient land use consistent with community goals
- Evaluates adequacy of community facilities in meeting current and projected needs
- Recommends priorities, schedules, and funding sources to implement public improvements plan
- Writes, or assists in writing, a variety of ordinances and regulations relating to development controls
- Attends evening and weekend meetings
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Well-developed knowledge of planning principles and practices
- In-depth knowledge of one or more planning specializations, such as land use planning/zoning, transportation planning, environmental planning, urban design, housing, historic preservation, or economic development
- Knowledge of principles, methodology, practices of research, and data collection
- Knowledge of effective writing techniques
- Knowledge of or experience in community remediation and redevelopment, and knowledge of relevant Federal programs
- Statistical, algebraic, or geometric knowledge and ability to apply such knowledge in practical situations
- Knowledge of computer programs and applications, which may include Microsoft Office, Internet applications, econometric or transportation modeling, and database management
- GIS programs and applications
- Well-developed oral communication and interpersonal skills to present research findings to various boards and committees
- Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well-defined practical problems
- Ability to review plans and apply provisions of the ordinances and codes to determine compliance with such regulations and to apply regulations to field conditions
- Ability to facilitate community workshops
- Ability to multi-task several projects or issues simultaneously
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed
- Ability to attend to details while keeping big-picture goals in mind
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to gather community survey information; strong proficiency in survey applications and software
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A master's degree in planning, urban planning, architecture, public policy, or a related area of study and one year of planning experience or a bachelor’s degree in planning, urban planning, architecture, public policy, or a related area of study and two years of professional planning experience. AICP certification is highly desired.
STATEMENT OF OTHER DUTIES DISCLAIMER:
The preceding job description does not constitute an employment contract. It has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. The incumbent will perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.
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