Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The City Planner is primarily responsible for coordinating the review of complex rezoning, annexation, development plans, text amendments, plats, and other planning related matters with the city’s contract engineer; conducting ongoing site reviews for compliance with zoning; leading planning projects and studies; preparing grant applications; administering bidding processes, preparing reports on land use, physical, social, and economic issues; reviewing consultant proposals; collaborating with stakeholders and regional partners; staffing the Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals; mentoring less-experienced staff, and performing other planning related matters.

POWERS AND DUTIES:

The primary duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

• work closely with the city engineer to review residential, commercial, and industrial project applications to determine compliance with applicable zoning requirements and design standards;
• review requests for zoning variances, prepare staff reports, and process applications for Board of Zoning Appeals consideration;
• initiate planning studies and projects to advance the city’s current and future planning needs;
• evaluate consultant proposals for preparing and updating city planning documents;
• review and recommend changes to the city’s zoning code and development approval process;
• attend meetings with developers and other city officials;
• respond to requests from residents, elected officials, administrative staff, developers, and others for information about approved development plans and existing city zoning requirements;
• prepare and process meeting materials for Planning and Zoning Commission consideration;
• prepare and process meeting materials for Board of Zoning Appeals consideration;
• review approved development plans to ensure on-going zoning compliance by property owners, tenants, and management organizations;
• assist in processing zoning certificate applications;
• assist in processing certificate of occupancy applications;
• assist the public by providing information on all applicable zoning provisions and procedures, and provide referrals to the proper agencies; and
• prepare documents and correspondence regarding various departmental matters;
• generate reports and conduct special projects as requested by the Administrator; and
• assist in the preparation and processing of grant applications.

This job description is intended to identify and illustrate the kinds of duties that may be assigned to an employee holding such a position and is not to be interpreted as describing all the duties that may ever be required of such an employee.

SUPERVISION:The City Planner will be under the general supervision and control of the City Administrator.

HOURS AND RATE OF PAY: The starting pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00 per hour depending upon qualifications.

This is a full-time position that may include overtime on occasion. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm with a 30-minute lunch break. The employee filling this position is required to attend at least two evening meetings a month.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Knowledge of the philosophies, principals, practices, concepts, and techniques of planning;
• Well-developed knowledge of one or more planning disciplines, such as land use planning/zoning, transportation planning, environmental planning, urban design, housing, historic preservation or economic development;
• Knowledge of principles, methodology, practices of research and data collection;
• Knowledge of effective writing techniques;
• Knowledge of computer programs and applications, which may include Microsoft Office, Internet applications econometric or transportation modeling, and database management;
• GIS programs and applications;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for preparing and presenting planning reports and projects;
• Excellent interpersonal skills for facilitating relationships with elected/appointed officials or other decision-makers;
• Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well-defined planning problems;
• Group facilitation skills for use with community workshops;
• Skill to communicate effectively and maintain effective working relationships with others;
• Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously;
• Ability to interpret and understand zoning codes;
• Ability to manage projects effectively and meet firm deadlines; and
• Ability to facilitate in-person and virtual public participation activities.

The position also requires strong organizational skills; dependability and punctuality in attendance; the ability to set forth a positive and professional image; and a customer-service approach to solving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in city and regional planning, public administration, community development, or related field. At least three years of experience in the planning profession.

The City may consider any other combination of education and experience that meets the minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Personal computer, telephone, calculator, copy machine, Microsoft Office software products, and motor vehicles.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to make visual observations, read reports, speak, and prepare reports for others to read. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is also frequently required to use hands to move or reach for objects. The employee is occasionally required to walk, climb, stoop, or kneel. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment described here is representative of that which an employee will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment will be primarily in an office setting but also requires occasional on-site inspections including in unimproved and off-road areas.

DISCLAIMER: The foregoing job description does not constitute an employment contr

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sunbury, OH 43074: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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