Planner, Government, Environmental​/ Urban Planning

The City of Saratoga currently has one position available in the Planning Department for a Planner I. This role provides the public with information assistance on planning matters such as zoning, annexation, site plans, subdivision, signs, and conditional uses. It also conducts field studies and surveys to collect original research data for planning projects, gathers and analyzes statistical data, acts as a technical assistant to various boards and commissions, and drafts graphs, charts, maps, photographs and other illustrative material.

The position directs and participates in field investigations of applications for variances of the zoning ordinance.

• Develop and prepare Planning Commission and City Council staff reports.
• Analyze and make recommendations on revisions and updates to General Plan policies, City ordinances, and development proposals.
• Prepare written and oral reports and presentations regarding planning programs, long‑range plans, and studies.
• Assist the public with various land use applications and permits.
• Maintain records, logs, and files.
• Perform studies and analyses regarding population, transportation, housing, and economics.
• Coordinate planning projects, studies, and research.
• Respond to requests from the public regarding development, planning projects, codes, and policies.
• Provide professional advice to staff, property owners, developers, residents, and public officials.
• Conduct feasibility studies and prepare project progress reports.
• Create and update General Plan elements and Code language.
• Coordinate activities of other public agencies and departments.
• Coordinate with the Jordan River Commission, Utah Lake Commission, Mountainland Association of Governments, and other similar groups.
• Effectively work with other City staff in achieving the City’s planning and development goals.
• Effectively work with citizens and neighborhood groups in assessing and implementing public policy and initiatives.
• Participate in Development Review Committee meetings.
• Review and make recommendations regarding development proposals including subdivisions, condominiums, site plans, conditional uses, home occupations, and rezones.
• Review plans for landscaping, architecture, fencing, signs, parking, streets, and other site plan and subdivision components.
• Use various computer text and graphics programs.
• Attend evening meetings to present planning and development projects approximately once a week, occasionally more frequently.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, geography, public administration, civil engineering, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in the planning field.
• No experience is required; however, preference will be given to applicants with some experience working in planning, municipal government, or a related field.

• A Valid Utah Driver License

• Planning and zoning principles and ordinances.
• State laws related to Land Use.
• Development Codes.
• Development review and construction.
• Architectural and design concepts.
• Computer operations and applications.

• Effectively use both verbal and written English language.
• Interact professionally and pleasantly with the public, coworkers, applicants, and others in stressful situations.
• Learn to review subdivision, building, and site plans.
• Learn and be conversant with City Ordinances and processes.
• Work independently with little supervision on multiple tasks.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with public, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Interpret instructions, research data, and information.
• Communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Prepare staff reports, analyze and make recommendations regarding policies, plans, developments.
• Work in an office setting with occasional travel to local sites and businesses.
• Maintain project files and records.

• Sit at a desk or table to operate a computer and related equipment.
• Must be able to stoop and/or bend to move items into and between file drawers.
• Must be able to regularly walk, stand, or stoop.
• Must be able to…