Planner I

City of Spokane•City of Spokane, WA

About The Position

Performs professional work in the areas of urban planning, zoning administration, subdivision administration, and community development. Assists in the preparation of comprehensive plan elements, neighborhood specific plans, topical plans and studies, and special planning projects, such as housing needs assessments or transportation studies. Assists in research and surveys regarding demographics, economic conditions, land use trends, property values and ownership, housing conditions, infrastructure condition and capacity, and other subjects related to city planning. Will utilize department computer assets, including Geographic Information System technology, to do research and analysis. Assists in organizing and facilitating public meetings and workshops for the general public, special interest groups, and City boards, committees, and commissions as a part of the planning process. Prepares staff reports for, and participates in, public hearings regarding community development issues. Assists in drafting developmental policies and ordinances in furtherance of adopted plans. Reviews and analyzes development proposals, including environmental reviews and applications for land use actions and development permits. Comprehensive plan revisions, zoning code amendments, rezones, subdivisions, site-plan reviews, shoreline permits, and similar project activity may be assigned to the employee. Supervises and participates in the preparation and maintenance of planning base maps and zoning maps. Designs, organizes, and illustrates the text of planning reports. Prepares graphic interpretations of planning principles and objectives. Prepares and presents staff reports and recommendations on land use actions and development applications. Records appropriate entries in the computerized property management system. Performs related work as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university with a major in city, urban, regional, or environmental planning from a degree program which is accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board (PAB).
One year of professional urban/regional planning experience along with possession of a closely related or non-PAB accredited bachelor’s degree may also be qualifying.
A valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility is required.
Successful completion of the AICP Certification Examination (American Institute of Certified Planners).

Nice To Haves

Applicants enrolled in the final (senior) year of a qualifying program may apply, but candidates must obtain their bachelor’s degree prior to hire.

Responsibilities

Assists in the preparation of comprehensive plan elements, neighborhood specific plans, topical plans and studies, and special planning projects.
Assists in research and surveys regarding demographics, economic conditions, land use trends, property values and ownership, housing conditions, infrastructure condition and capacity, and other subjects related to city planning.
Utilizes department computer assets, including Geographic Information System technology, to do research and analysis.
Assists in organizing and facilitating public meetings and workshops for the general public, special interest groups, and City boards, committees, and commissions.
Prepares staff reports for, and participates in, public hearings regarding community development issues.
Assists in drafting developmental policies and ordinances in furtherance of adopted plans.
Reviews and analyzes development proposals, including environmental reviews and applications for land use actions and development permits.
Supervises and participates in the preparation and maintenance of planning base maps and zoning maps.
Designs, organizes, and illustrates the text of planning reports.
Prepares graphic interpretations of planning principles and objectives.
Prepares and presents staff reports and recommendations on land use actions and development applications.
Records appropriate entries in the computerized property management system.