Planner I/II: Development Review

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under general supervision, the planner position is responsible for researching, analyzing, reviewing, and facilitating matters related to growth, development, redevelopment, revitalization, and the physical organization of the community. Depending on area assignment, the focus of an individual planner may include the review of and responsibility for development and zoning requests, activities related to comprehensive planning and research, neighborhood planning, downtown planning and/or various historic preservation activities.  The candidate selected to fill this position is also responsible for working with elected and appointed governing bodies, city departments, public agencies, developers, and the public to ensure projects meet the goals and standards established by the City.

When assigned to the Development Review Team:

A Development Review Planner helps to ensure the community develops in a safe, efficient, and attractive manner in partnership with the development community.

• Processes, analyzes, and evaluates development proposals such as site plans, plats, specific use permits, and façade plans in accordance with applicable codes, policies, and design guidelines and offers recommendations for the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council.
• Processes, analyzes, and evaluates (re)zoning requests, as needed, and offers recommendations for the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council.
• Coordinates with other departments, divisions, and outside organizations. 
• Prepares reports, meeting agendas, graphics, and associated studies and documentation for distribution to the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council; this includes making formal presentations to the Commission.
• Partners directly with development applicants and their representatives throughout the planning development process to inform them of the procedural requirements, apprise them of staff comments and recommendations, and provide documentation of actions performed by staff, the Planning & Zoning Commission, and City Council.
• Advises the public and developers on the development process for various case types, fees, and policies.
• Prepares maps and exhibits for the development community and public as needed.
• Performs field inspections of development property, from site visits during application review to final Certificate of Occupancy inspections.
• Assists in the development, drafting and implementation of policies and regulations related to growth and development.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Planning, Geography, Public Administration, Architecture, Historic Preservation, or closely related field and a minimum six (6) months’ previous experience and/or training in the field of urban planning.

Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Planning, Geography, Public Administration, Architecture, Historic Preservation, or closely related field.