Planner I (UF)

City of Newport News, VA

Salary: Estimated Hiring Range: $45,109.45 - $51,260.74 Based on Experience

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Estimated Hiring Range: $45,109.45 - $51,260.74 Based on Experience

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Under general supervision, this position performs complex work in current planning and urban design. Reports to the Assistant Director of Planning.

There are two (2) higher levels of Planner distinguished by the level of work performed and the qualifications of the employee.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Performs analysis and makes recommendations relative to departmental comprehensive and neighborhood planning projects. Interacts with the public and others outside the work unit to obtain and provide information and assistance in a variety of circumstances.
  • Performs support work for the Planning Commission; prepares recommendations, reports, and presentations on zoning applications, conditional use permits, special exceptions, and planned residential developments.
  • Prepares summary and recommendations for City Council & Board of Zoning Appeals.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Planner I – Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Planner II - Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture or a closely related field and 1-2 years of related planning experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

An acceptable general background check to include a local and state criminal history check and a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

APPLY NOW

If interested in learning more about this and other opportunities, including position requirements, and to apply visit https://www.nnva.gov/193/Apply-for-a-Job

It is very important that you please add all your work history, education and even applicable volunteer work to the city application when you apply. You can also apply to as many openings that you are interested in. The city makes salary offers based on TOTAL education and experience - not just directly related experience!

Posted November 27, 2024, 8:51 AM PST


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