What are the responsibilities and job description for the CITY PLANNER / ZONING ADMINISTRATOR position at Tooele City?
CITY PLANNER/ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
Grade 19, Salary Range: $74K - $110K / FLSA Exempt
Tooele City is located 30 minutes southwest of Salt Lake City. We are known for our view of the Great Salt Lake, the beautiful Oquirrh Mountains, and as a hub for outdoor recreation enthusiasts. While we are still considered rural, both residential and commercial development continues and we are on the verge of moving from a 3rd to 2nd class community. Our population is currently estimated at 41,000.
As the City Planner/Zoning Administrator, you will be a key member of our community development team serving as the primary contact for the public regarding matters such as planning, zoning, development review, and related ordinances. Daily duties include meeting with the public to facilitate the orderly progression of developments, reviewing planning projects for conformance with City ordinances, conducting feasibility studies and researching issues, representing the City at meetings, writing staff reports, and coordinating meetings of the Tooele City Planning Commission. Planning Commission generally meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.
In addition, you will provide general supervision to ordinance enforcement staff, assisting code enforcement officers with zoning enforcement programs and policies. This includes interpreting codes, conducting site visits, and managing the abatement process as needed.
Properly managed growth and exceptional customer service are priorities for Tooele City.
Our ideal candidate will have:
- Bachelor's degree in planning, geography, urban design, public administration, engineering, or a related field.
- Five (5) years of planning experience.
- One (1) year working in a senior, leader or supervisory capacity.
- Have a valid Utah driver's license (or obtain one within 1 month of hire), with at least 12 months of licensed driving experience and a driving record that meets City risk management and insurance standards.
- Exceptional communication skills, strategic planning, listening, problem resolution, and leadership skills.
- AICP certification highly desired.
Position will remain open until filled. Apply now for best consideration!
DISCLAIMER - Tooele City is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Positions deemed safety-sensitive and/or that require a CDL are subject to pre-employment drug testing and random drug/alcohol testing during employment. Background checks, including criminal history checks, are required for applicants age 18 and older. Criminal history records are not an automatic disqualification from employment with Tooele City. Our general background policies & procedures can be found on our website at: WWW.TOOELECITY.GOV click on City Departments, Human Resources, Personnel Policies and Procedures, Hiring and Job Assignments. To be employed in a position that requires driving, you must possess and maintain a valid Utah State Driver License (or obtain prior to hire), 12 months experience driving (not including time for learner's permit), and have a driving record acceptable for Tooele City's insurance and risk management standards. Tooele City is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants needing an accommodation in the application or selection process may contact the HR office. Tooele City participates in the E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees after an offer of employment has been accepted. For more information on E-Verify, please visit DHS.GOV/E-VERIFY.
Salary : $74,000 - $110,000