| Location | Canton, GA |
PLANNER II Job Description
REPORTS TO: Community Development Director
DEPARTMENT: Community Dev.
CLASSIFICATION: Full-time
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
DATE APPROVED: September 29, 2022 LAST CHANGED: September 29, 2022
JOB SUMMARY:
The position of Planner II, also known as Associate Planner, requires professional planning work of moderate difficulty. It is characterized by increasingly specialized knowledge of the planning field and a more elevated level of required duties and responsibilities. The Planner II is expected to possess in-depth knowledge within one or more planning specialties such as economic development, comprehensive planning, or environmental planning.
POSITION CONTEXT:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit, stand, talk, and operate multiple types of equipment for an extended period.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Interprets and applies applicable state, county, and local codes, ordinances, and regulations
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Initiates actions necessary to correct deficiencies or violations of regulations
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Assists with updates and maintenance of Comprehensive Plans and land development regulations
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Conducts review of various development applications including plats, permits, site plans, variance requests, and rezonings
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Conducts extensive research in specific or general project areas
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Writes and presents formal and technical reports, working papers, and correspondence
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Identifies community issues and opportunities in particular neighborhoods that could be mitigated through better community planning
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Develops long-range plans for communities with common developmental issues
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Develops strategies to promote economic and community development or efficient land use consistent with community goals
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Evaluates adequacy of community facilities in meeting current and projected needs
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Recommends priorities, schedules, and funding sources to implement public improvements plan
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Writes, or assists in writing, a variety of ordinances and regulations relating to development controls
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Attends evening and weekend meetings
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PLANNER II Job Description
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
? Well-developed knowledge of planning principles and practices
? In-depth knowledge of one or more planning specializations, such as land use
planning/zoning, transportation planning, environmental planning, urban design, housing,
historic preservation, or economic development
? Knowledge of principles, methodology, practices of research, and data collection
? Knowledge of effective writing techniques
? Knowledge of or experience in community remediation and redevelopment, and knowledge
of relevant Federal programs
? Statistical, algebraic, or geometric knowledge and ability to apply such knowledge in
practical situations
? Knowledge of computer programs and applications, which may include Microsoft Office,
Internet applications, econometric or transportation modeling, and database management
? GIS programs and applications
? Well-developed oral communication and interpersonal skills to present research findings to
various boards and committees
? Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well-defined
practical problems
? Ability to review plans and apply provisions of the ordinances and codes to determine
compliance with such regulations and to apply regulations to field conditions
? Ability to facilitate community workshops
? Ability to multi-task several projects or issues simultaneously
? Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed
? Ability to attend to details while keeping big-picture goals in mind
? Effective written and verbal communication skills
? Ability to gather community survey information; strong proficiency in survey applications
and software
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
? A master's degree in planning, urban planning, architecture, public policy, or a related area of
study in addition to two years of planning experience or a bachelor's degree in planning, urban
planning, architecture, public policy, or a related area of study in addition to one year of
professional planning experience. AICP certification is highly desired.
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PLANNER II Job Description
STATEMENT OF OTHER DUTIES DISCLAIMER:
The preceding job description does not constitute an employment contract. It has been designed to indicate
the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this
position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications
required of employees to do this job. The incumbent will perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.
If interested, please submit your CV and Resume to: careers@hamptonga.gov.