What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planner I (00487) position at City of New Bern?
## General Definition of Work
Performs responsible professional work handling a variety of assignments related to planning and zoning. This position issues zoning compliance permits and ensures consistency of proposed subdivisions, change-of-uses, and new construction projects with applicable ordinances and state statutes. This position is responsible for responding to citizen inquiries. This position assists with the development of agendas and meeting documents for the Development Review Committee, the Board of Adjustment and the Planning and Zoning Boards for the City. This position includes identifying violations of the Land Use Ordinance and taking measures to obtain compliance. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Assistant Director of Development Services.
## Essential Functions/Typical Tasks
**Organizing and managing planning, zoning and subdivision activities and administering and enforcing the Citys land use ordinance; maintaining records and files; preparing reports.**
*(The following tasks are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)*
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Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the City's land use ordinance; thorough knowledge of state statutes as they relate to land use matters; general knowledge of legal procedures relating to the enforcement of zoning and other land use laws; ability to enforce ordinances and regulations with firmness, tact and impartiality; ability to balance a high volume of work accurately; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; ability to present information in a clear and understandable manner; ability to deliver information with grace and tact; this position requires considerable use of good judgement and independent decision making.
## Requirements
Physical Requirements
This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects, and some light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, standing, wa king, fingering, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.
Special Requirements
Possession of appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
**The City of New Bern is an Equal Opportunity Employer.**
Performs responsible professional work handling a variety of assignments related to planning and zoning. This position issues zoning compliance permits and ensures consistency of proposed subdivisions, change-of-uses, and new construction projects with applicable ordinances and state statutes. This position is responsible for responding to citizen inquiries. This position assists with the development of agendas and meeting documents for the Development Review Committee, the Board of Adjustment and the Planning and Zoning Boards for the City. This position includes identifying violations of the Land Use Ordinance and taking measures to obtain compliance. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Assistant Director of Development Services.
## Essential Functions/Typical Tasks
**Organizing and managing planning, zoning and subdivision activities and administering and enforcing the Citys land use ordinance; maintaining records and files; preparing reports.**
*(The following tasks are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)*
- Reviews applications for zoning permits, sign permits, and all site plan types for accuracy and compliance with the Citys Zoning Ordinance, adopted plans and ordinances, and any applicable State or Federal regulation.
- Inspects development sites for compliance with permits, ordinance standards, and applicable laws.
- Enforces the Citys Land Use Ordinance.
- May assist with reviewing subdivisions, development proposals or plans for accuracy and compliance with the Citys Subdivision Ordinance, adopted plans and ordinances, and any applicable State or Federal regulation.
- Serves as staff support for various commissions and boards; prepares and disseminates meeting agendas, related packet information and minutes; maintains records and tracks actions taken at meetings; conducts research on various related topics as requested.
- Receives and respondsto citizen, contractors, builders, and/or developer questions regarding the Citys Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Ordinance.
- Assists with special projects regarding long range planning issues; conducts research on various planning issues; attends meetings.
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- Performs related tasks as required.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the City's land use ordinance; thorough knowledge of state statutes as they relate to land use matters; general knowledge of legal procedures relating to the enforcement of zoning and other land use laws; ability to enforce ordinances and regulations with firmness, tact and impartiality; ability to balance a high volume of work accurately; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; ability to present information in a clear and understandable manner; ability to deliver information with grace and tact; this position requires considerable use of good judgement and independent decision making.
## Requirements
- Education and Experience**:
Physical Requirements
This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects, and some light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, standing, wa king, fingering, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.
Special Requirements
Possession of appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
**The City of New Bern is an Equal Opportunity Employer.**
