Planner II

The essential function of the position within the organization is to research, analyze, and summarize data to support the Planning Office and to perform plan review for development plans. (We are also hiring for a Planner 1 as well so if this pertains to you, please apply here as well). This position is responsible for providing technical assistance, negotiations, preparing reports, and reviewing permits.

The position will also work under general supervision independently developing work methods and sequences and works independently, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

• Provides technical assistance to customers for planning, land use and zoning compliance.
• Works with developers to facilitate resolution of planning-related issues/problems.
• Performs technical reviews of development plans for compliance with ordinances, policy, and sound planning principles. Develops reports for the Planning Commission and other appointed boards and commissions.
• Gathers and analyzes data/information to support periodic and special reports for the area of responsibility.
• Research and author text for ordinance text amendments, annexations, and special research projects.
• Reviews building and sign permits and Business Licenses for compliance; makes determination on whether to approve or disapprove permits and licenses.
• Handles constituent inquiries and complaints.
• Inspects physical site for certificate of occupancy.
• Provides technical expertise on computer software applications.
• Provides technical assistance to a variety of programs, analyzing and assessing data and preparing reports.
• Attend staff and other professional meetings to exchange information including presentations to such groups.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Requires education or training equivalent to a master’s degree in planning, public policy, public administration, architecture, landscape architecture, geography or related field.
• Valid Delaware Driver’s License.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems.
• Requires four years of planning experience.
• Experience preparing staff reports for Planning Commission

American Institute of Certified Planners certification.

Health, dental, vision and group life insurance

401a and 457 deferred compensation plans