Planner

To provide professional planning services related to the administration and enforcement of land development regulations and planning programs within the City. This position is responsible for reviewing development applications, assisting customers and applicants, administering development regulations, conducting planning research, and supporting boards, commissions, and planning initiatives.

An employee in this class performs entry-level to intermediate professional planning work involving zoning administration, subdivision review, stormwater administration, development services, and customer assistance. Emphasis of the work is on development review, ordinance administration, customer service, technical analysis, GIS support, and coordination with applicants, citizens, consultants, and other City departments. Work is performed under the supervision of the Planning Director or designee and is evaluated based on accuracy, responsiveness, customer service, regulatory compliance, and achievement of departmental objectives.

Work in this classification is defined as sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. The employee must possess the visual acuity necessary to review plans, maps, reports, and computer-generated information, as well as recognize conditions encountered during field inspections and site visits.

Work is generally performed in an office environment with occasional field work. The employee may be required to conduct site inspections and field investigations and may be exposed to varying weather conditions, uneven terrain, construction activities, and moving equipment. Work involves regular contact with the public, developers, contractors, consultants, and other governmental agencies. The position also requires attendance at evening meetings of boards, commissions, and public hearings as assigned.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Planning, Geography, Public Administration, Community Development, Environmental Studies, or a related field is preferred. Some experience in planning, zoning administration, GIS, development review, customer service, or local government operations is required. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience providing the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to adequately perform the essential duties of the position will be considered.