Planner II, III

Provo City Corporation • Provo, UT

10h • $64,382 - $102,741

About The Position

Provo City is looking for a full-time Planner (II, or III) to perform professional planning work in the Development Services Department. This work includes researching and dispensing information related to planning and zoning within the City. The ideal candidate should have experience in long-range planning efforts, including community outreach and public presentations. Qualified applicants interested in performing this work for Provo City residents are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Provo City will honor equivalent experience.
• Planner II Bachelor’s degree in Urban or Regional Planning, Environmental Design, Landscape Architecture, or related field.
• Two years of experience as a Planner I.
• Planner III Must meet the requirements above.
• Two years of experience as a Planner II.

Nice To Haves

• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification preferred.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification required within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Work with other staff and the public to create long-range vision for specific areas of the city.
• Review planning proposals, permits, and business licenses.
• Prepare and present staff reports to the Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment and Landmarks Commission.
• Draft agreements or other documents which may be required to effectively implement policy.
• Perform special studies on projects assigned by the Development Services Director or designee which may include such areas as land use, housing, environmental studies, computer modeling, traffic, street studies, or other related studies.
• View and inspect project sites for compliance with certificates of use, occupancy and land use or zoning variances.
• Review development proposals and work with developers on acceptable site plans.
• Assist other staff members as needed and perform other related work as required.

Benefits

• Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance
• retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching
• paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves
• educational assistance
• competitive pay
• regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market
• free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena
• a Provo Library card
• 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course
• a 4/10 work schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level