Planner I

City of Duluth•Duluth, MN

About The Position

To assist with various planning studies and projects in such fields as community and business development, housing, zoning and land use, preservation, and environmental planning. Employees at this level are distinguished from the Planner II level by the amount of guidance and instruction needed to perform duties as assigned, and are not expected to function with the same amount of program knowledge, proficiency, or skill level as the Planner II. Positions at this level exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Supervision is provided more frequently before, during, and after project completion and fits an established structure or pattern. For both one-of-a-kind and repetitive tasks, the supervisor makes specific assignments that are accompanied by clear, detailed, and specific instructions. Incumbents work as instructed and consult with the supervisor. Does not supervise.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Planning, Urban Development, Social Science, or a related professional field, and one (1) year of related professional experience; OR a minimum of five (5) years of related education and/or full-time, verifiable professional experience in a planning or community based field.
No specific licenses required.

Responsibilities

Assist with, coordinate, and conduct various planning studies and projects.
Participate in the design of survey questionnaires.
Collect, process, and interpret basic field data.
Prepare reports to present findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, laws, and regulations by conducting documentation review, record research, and site visits/inspections related to assigned projects.
Provide technical assistance on planning-related issues.
Assist senior staff members in technical phases of planning.
Assist in evaluating projects and proposals, including the review of site plans, architectural drawings, planning and permit applications, funding applications, and reports.
Create graphic material for the website, informational materials, and presentations.
Attend meetings and assist various groups, citizen committees, community groups, state agencies, private industry, and City departments with their planning and development needs as assigned.
Respond to routine questions from the public.
Participate in the research of grant opportunities and the development of grant applications by assisting with research, project definition, and budget development.
Review, organize, and confirm documentation meets expectations for applications and payment requests.
Be an effective team member by exhibiting self-motivation, supporting other employees in handling tasks, interacting effectively and respectfully with others, showing a desire to contribute to the team effort, accepting assignments willingly, and completing tasks within agreed upon timelines.
Other duties may be assigned.