What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate City Planner position at City of Springfield (MO)?
The City of Springfield is seeking an Associate City Planner to join a strong and dedicated team. Our current vacancy is in the Planning and Zoning office and the Development Review Office.
The Planning and Zoning Office is a division within the Planning & Development Department. This division is dedicated to carrying out planning and neighborhood revitalization activities for the entire City, that focus on implementation of the City’s Comprehensive Plan. This position will provide support to the Planning & Zoning Commission, community organizations, and collaboratives for neighborhood and comprehensive planning related projects.
The Department's mission is to improve the quality of life for current and future generations by implementing creative planning and development strategies and effective citizen involvement. For more information about the department click here.
Associate City Planner:
Experience, Education, and Training
- Requires graduation from an accredited college or university with specialization in Urban Planning, Geography, Public Administration or a related field;
- At least one year of appropriate experience.
- A Master's Degree may be substituted for the required experience.
- Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the formal education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Licensing/Certification
- None required.
Assistant City Planner:
Experience, Education, and Training
- Requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Public Administration, Architecture, Landscape Architecture or a related field.
- Directly related experience can be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
- None required.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability and Vet
The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.
Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.
All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.
Salary : $48,963 - $84,136
