Planner, Government, Environmental & Urban Planning

Job Summary

Under general supervision of the Deputy Director of Planning and Development or designee, the Planner performs responsible administrative, technical planning, and urban redevelopment work of a complex and professional nature in assisting the Deputy Director for Planning, the Associate Director of Special Projects and Principal Planners in the completion of planning projects, and related work as required. Work assignments are received from a superior and are usually general in nature.

Work elements include writing, public speaking, and the use of various types of computer software and programs including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation, mapping, and graphic design. Work is reviewed in its broader aspects for compliance with the standards and principles of community planning. Occasional evening and weekend meetings and events are required.

• Participates in the organization and development of the planning and urban redevelopment program.
• Coordinates technical and administrative staff in the completion of assigned projects.
• Assists in the compilation and interpretation of physical, social, and economic data used in the analysis of planning and urban redevelopment problems and in the design of the solutions to these problems.
• Prepares written and graphic reports using computerized word processing, graphic design, presentation, mapping, spreadsheet, database software, and other software devices.
• Prepares and delivers presentations to City boards, technical and neighborhood groups on planning and redevelopment matters.
• Acts as technical advisor to the staff on planning-related issues and urban redevelopment studies.
• Assists in the evaluation of data affecting location and design of projects.
• Represents the Department at conferences and work related meetings as required.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Master’s degree in planning from a college or university accredited by the American Planning Association, or a Bachelor’s degree in planning, urban design, urban affairs, or related field with three (3) years experience in planning.
• Detailed and demonstrable knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques involved in city planning including, but not limited to, preparing capital improvements, comprehensive plans, urban redevelopment programs, zoning ordinances and land development regulations; administering planning projects; assigning and supervising the work of technical staff; and giving presentations to technical groups on general planning and urban redevelopment matters.
• Ability to perform complex technical research and analysis, compile comprehensive reports, work with computers and computer programs, and make recommendations for the practicable applications of findings.
• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials and the general public.
• Experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Adobe Creative Suite. Experience or interest in web design, graphic design, and ARC GIS is desirable.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job.