SENIOR PLANNER
Planning Department
Salary Range: $52,998.40 - $87,443.20
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Summary
The Senior Planner performs difficult professional work in developing and implementing planning policy in relation to land development regulations and activities; performs a variety of difficult administrative professional tasks in support of the Planning Department. Receives direction from the Director of Planning and Development and Assistant Director of Planning and Development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the needs of the organization.

• Participates in review, research and implementation of major land development policies and ordinances.
• Develops, reviews, and implements land regulatory ordinances in relation to site development.
• Conveys objectives and requirements of the department to the development community.
• Analyzes, develops, and communicates statistical data and reports and other demographic reporting.
• Investigates and responds to difficult, complicated citizen inquires and complaints coordinating a staff response.
• Recommends and assists in implementation of goals and objectives for the department; establishes schedules and methods for providing services.
• Plans, coordinates, and administers the activities and functions of Boards and Commissions, as assigned.
• Processes and finalizes requests for annexation into the city.
• Preparation, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of a wide array of transportation related studies including the local and regional Comprehensive Transportation Plans and transportation grants.
• Cross trains in various departmental functions to enhance service delivery.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree with major course work in urban and/or community planning, public administration, or related field; and Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in professional planning, land development regulation and policy writing; and Minimum of two (2) years’ experience and knowledge in the areas of transportation & GIS policies & practices.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of modern planning and development principles and of the social and economic implications of planning.
• Thorough knowledge of modern land use, zoning, populations, and sub-dividing concepts,
• Ability to prepare comprehensive plans and studies.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, fellow employees, developers, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate ideas effectively both orally and in writing.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid Class N. C. driver's license.

Job Related Physical Requirements

This position involves sedentary work requiring the employee to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and less force frequently to move objects. Physical activity related to this position may include the use of fingers and hands, climbing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing and repetitive motions. Sufficient visual acuity is required to visually analyze data and figures; do extensive reading and use a computer terminal; do accounting and transcription; and use measurement devices.

Working Conditions
An employee in this position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. 
Exempt.
Equal Opportunity Employer