Planner I or Planner II
About The Position
Midvale City is hiring a Planner I or Planner II to provide the public with information and assistance on planning matters, including zoning, site plans, conditional uses, and signs. Both roles conduct field studies and surveys, develop illustrative materials, analyze proposed projects, prepare recommendations, and provide technical assistance to boards and commissions. Neither position supervises employees. The Planner I works under the general direction of the Planner Director and supports the review and processing of development applications and permits, inspections, public inquiries, staff reports, elected and appointed officials, and ordinance amendments and long-range plans. Planner I attends evening meetings as assigned and required. The Planner II works under the general direction of the Planning Director and performs professional and complex technical work related to the City's general plan and city-wide planning. This role reviews development applications and plans, may handle applications and planning functions with little supervision, advises the public and development professionals, prepares recommendations and presentations, investigates zoning complaints, and supports the Planning Director and City bodies. Both roles involve generally comfortable working conditions with intermittent sitting, standing, walking, stooping, and reaching; occasional bending and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds; periodic local travel; and considerable exposure to stress arising from human behavior, frequent deadlines, and position demands. The position is open until filled, with the first review on October 26, 2026.
Requirements
- Planner I: Bachelor's degree in urban planning, geography, architecture, public administration, or a closely related field, plus one to two years of progressively responsible experience in city planning, community development, or economic development, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Planner II: Bachelor's degree in urban planning, geography, architecture, or a closely related field, plus three years of progressively responsible experience in city planning, community development, or economic development, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Planner II: A graduate degree in urban planning or a closely related field may substitute for one year of experience.
- Planner I: Possess and maintain a valid Utah Class D Driver License, subject to periodic City verification.
- Planner II: Possess and maintain a valid Utah Driver's License, subject to periodic City verification.
- Knowledge of city or urban planning principles and practices; Planner II also requires knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, standards, and ordinances related to planning, zoning, and urban development.
- Planner I: Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to learn and consistently interpret complex regulations; solid organization and workload management skills; and ability to collect, organize, and analyze information and turn it into clear, concise reports.
- Planner I: Ability to develop and present clear, concise presentations; use word processing, spreadsheets, and other personal computer applications; collaborate effectively with City staff and representatives of other organizations; and meet deadlines and measurable results.
- Planner II: Knowledge of local government structure and operations and legal procedures associated with municipal property management and development.
- Planner II: Ability to provide excellent customer service; communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing; read blueprints and understand metes and bounds, plat descriptions, and related information; establish effective working relationships with stakeholders; and work in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
- Ability to meet the position's attendance and performance standards, except for authorized leave.
- Physical capacity for occasional bending, lifting, and/or moving up to 25 pounds; normal job duties require talking, hearing, seeing, and common eye, hand, and finger dexterity.
- Periodic local travel is required.
Responsibilities
- Provide information and assistance to the public on planning matters such as zoning, site plans, conditional uses, and signs.
- Conduct field studies and surveys to collect research data for planning projects.
- Design and draft graphs, charts, maps, photographs, and other illustrative materials.
- Analyze proposed projects and prepare recommendations for staff and the Planning Commission.
- Provide technical assistance to boards and commissions.
- Interpret development-related ordinances, policies, and land-use regulations when reviewing applications and responding to inquiries.
- Assist applicants with processing and review of development applications.
- Process or review building permits, film permits, sign permits, and business license applications, as applicable to the position.
- Inspect development projects for compliance with approved plans and zoning requirements.
- Respond to public inquiries, including staffing the Community Development counter and assisting walk-in customers.
- Prepare staff reports, graphic displays, and recommendations on development requests and proposals.
- Provide staff support to elected and appointed officials, boards, commissions, and committees on planning and development matters.
- Assist with ordinance amendments, long-range plans, and implementation of the City's general plan.
- Attend evening meetings as required and assigned (Planner I).
- Receive development applications, determine completeness, and review commercial, industrial, and residential site plans; subdivision plats; conditional use permits; and rezones (Planner II).
- Advise and confer with the public, builders, developers, attorneys, engineers, and architects regarding City development policies, standards, and guidelines (Planner II).
- Investigate public complaints, determine zoning infractions, and initiate corrective action for zoning violations (Planner II).
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, City employees, other agencies, the public, and development stakeholders.
- Perform other duties as assigned or directed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
