Planner -II

Vineyard City is growing rapidly! The Planning Department is seeking a motivated Planner 1 or Planner 2 to support current and long-range planning, review development applications, and help guide the City's continued growth. The position will be filled at the Planner 1 or Planner 2 level based on the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, and demonstrated abilities.

Performs professional municipal planning duties related to current and long-range planning, development application review, zoning administration, land-use regulations, and community development. Supports the implementation of City policies, plans, ordinances, and development standards while providing technical assistance to residents, developers, and other stakeholders.

The Planner 1 performs assignments under general supervision, while the Planner 2 independently manages more complex planning projects and development applications with greater responsibility and accountability.

Planner 1 works under the general supervision of the Planning Manager or designated supervisor.
Planner 2 works under general supervision while exercising greater independence in managing complex assignments and projects.

Planner 1

• Reviews and processes development applications, including subdivision plats, site plans, conditional use permits, and other land-use applications.

• Interprets and applies zoning ordinances, development standards, City policies, and applicable state regulations under general supervision.

• Coordinates development reviews with Engineering, Building, and other City departments.

• Maintains accurate application records, correspondence, review comments, and project status updates.

• Prepares staff reports, presentations, and recommendations for the Planning Commission and City Council.

• Assists with long-range planning projects, GIS mapping, plat recording, and Development Review Committee (DRC) activities.

• Provides zoning and development information to residents, developers, and other stakeholders.

• Perform other duties as assigned

Planner 2

In addition to performing Planner 1 responsibilities, the Planner 2 performs more complex assignments with greater independence and accountability.

• Independently manages complex development applications, including subdivisions, site plans, and land-use amendments, from initial review through final approval.

• Provides advanced interpretation and application of zoning ordinances, development standards, and state land-use regulations.

• Leads interdepartmental development reviews, coordinates resolution of technical comments, and ensures timely application processing.

• Prepares and presents complex staff reports, policy recommendations, ordinance amendments, and planning analyses.

• Leads assigned long-range planning initiatives, including updates to the General Plan, master plans, and land-use regulations.

• Serves as a primary planning representative for the DRC, Planning Commission, and other public meetings as assigned.

• Provides technical guidance and mentoring to junior planning staff and assists with improving departmental procedures.

• Perform other duties as assigned

Both Classifications

• Performs related duties as assigned.

• City-sponsored health insurance through Select Health or stipend option.

• Retirement benefits through Utah Retirement Systems (pension or 401(k) options, as applicable).

• 6.2% 401(k) contribution in lieu of Social Security.

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance with additional life insurance.

• Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation.

Planner 1

• Bachelor's degree in urban planning, public administration, or a closely related field.

• At least one year of professional planning or…