What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planner position at DCCM?
We are seeking an experienced Planner to lead and oversee the daily activities of the Planning Department. This role requires a minimum of 3 years of planning experience and focuses on delivering exceptional service in land development research, concept planning, and entitlement efforts to achieve project goals.
What You Will Do:
- Lead Concept Development: Provide strategic direction to the planning team in creating innovative, code-compliant site plans.
- Manage Projects: Oversee a portfolio of projects, including due diligence reports and applications for land use amendments, rezonings, special use permits, zoning variances, and overlay applications.
- Advise Project Teams: Offer expert guidance on land use, zoning, and design regulations to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Engage with Regulators: Represent clients in meetings with government staff and agencies, including public hearings and community meetings.
- Coordinate Communication:
- Meet weekly with Project Managers and Office Leaders to review workload and deadlines.
- Proactively communicate potential workload gaps to maintain proper utilization.
- Respond to client inquiries within 24 hours and prospective client inquiries within 48 hours.
- Collaborate with Marketing for graphical support and presentations.
- Ensure Budget Compliance: Monitor time budgets and prevent overruns by clarifying requirements before starting tasks.
What You Bring:
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years in planning and land development entitlement processes.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Licensing: AICP preferred or in pursuit.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Pro and Microsoft Office.
The Things About Us You Will Appreciate!
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Three medical plan options
- Dental & vision plans
- Company-paid group life, short and long-term disability insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Flexible and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
- Additional Supplemental Plans (Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident)
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) which starts accruing upon hire
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