PLANNER, ASSOCIATE - PLANNING
$43, - 54,
APPLICATION DEADLINE : 7 / 29 / 2024
JOB SUMMARY
This position performsprofessional and technical work in current and long-range programs related tothe development and implementation of land use plans and policies, capitalimprovements, infrastructure development and other City projects and programs;
performsprofessional planning work in the administration and enforcement of designguideline for the City; and performs related work as assigned.
The incumbentworks within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops workmethods and sequences under general supervision.
ESSENTIAL JOBFUNCTIONS :
- Develops and / or assists in the development and implementation of growth management, land use, infrastructure and other plans to meet the City’s needs;
- Prepares and presents project information and staff recommendations to supervisor, committees, commissions and other such groups as required;
- Researches, gathers, interprets and prepares data for planning and zoning studies, reports and recommendations; prepares a variety of studies, briefs and reports for decision-making and presentation purposes;
- Reviews, evaluates and updates the City’s land use ordinances as necessary;
- Develops and maintains Geographic Information System(s) programs to assist with department planning functions;
- Supports transportation planning activities as needed including bike / ped counts program, analysis and reporting and other tasks as needed;
- Conducts independent research as required related to the Comprehensive Plan and other planning efforts;
- Participates in public meetings and makes presentations to various groups related to City planning efforts. These meetings will require frequent evening and some weekend hours;
- Assists Urban Design Planner, Historic Preservation Planner, and Annexation Coordinator with professional work as needed;
- Assists with all facets of the Planning Commission, Design / Development Review Commission, writing evaluations, staffing meetings, and maintaining pertinent records from meetings;
- Receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance and concerns pertaining to City planning projects, regulations and ordinances;
- Participates in department marketing and public relations efforts;
- Maintains records pertinent to planning and development programs and projects;
- Assists in coordinating department activities and functions with those of other City departments, County and other outside agencies as appropriate;
- Provides technical direction for staff interns in areas of responsibility;
- Performs routine administrative / clerical work as required, including entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, assembling materials, typing reports and correspondence, etc.;
- Attends training, seminars, conferences, meetings, etc., to enhance job knowledge and skills; and
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TOPERFORM WORK : .
- Bachelor’s Degree in urban or regional planning, Geography, or a closely related field;
- One (1) year of relevant prior experience;
- May be required to type 30 corrected wpm;
- Valid South Carolina Class D Driver’s License.
Knowledge, Skills andAbilities :
- Knowledge of mathematics involving the practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions; or measurements, logarithmic or geometric construction.
- May use algebraic solutions of equations and inequalities; descriptive statistics; deductive geometry, plane and solid, and rectangular coordinates;
- mathematical classifications or schemes;
- Ability to gather, organize, analyze, examine or evaluate data or information and may prescribe action based on such data or information;
- Ability to provide information, guidance or assistance to people to directly facilitate task accomplishment; may give directions or assignments to helpers or assistants;
- Ability to handle or use machines, tools or equipment requiring brief instruction or experience, such as computers for data entry, fax machines, copiers, telephones or similar equipment;
- may service office machines, including adding paper and changing toner;
- Ability to perform work involving the application of principles of logical thinking to diagnose or define problems, collect data and solve abstract problems with widespread unit or organizational impact;
- Ability to read journals, manuals and professional publications; speaking informally to groups of co-workers, staff in other organizational agencies, the general public, people in other organizations;
- presenting training; composing original reports, training and other written materials using proper language, punctuation, grammar and style;
- Ability to perform specialized technical or entry-level professional work requiring general understanding of operating policies and procedures and their application to problems not previously encountered;
requires normal attention with short periods of concentration for accurate results and occasional exposure to unusual pressure; and
Ability to guide others, requiring frequent decisions affecting co-workers and others who depend on the service or product;
works in a somewhat fluid environment with rules and procedures but with many variations from the routine.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
The work is considered sedentary and involveswalking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds offorce on a recurring basis or routine keyboard operations.
The work requiresthe following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions : climbing,hearing, mental acuity, speaking, talking, visual acuity, and walking.
WORKINGCONDITIONS :
Work environment may involve exposure to adverseweather conditions, including extreme heat or cold, and wetness or humidity,traffic hazards;
and is dynamic that requires sensitivity to change andresponsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs
Last updated : 2024-06-28