Planner II/III

City of Medford•Medford, OR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is open until filled with a first review date scheduled for Monday, September 14th. Priority will be given to candidates who submit their application on or before Sunday, September 13th, at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time. The City of Medford is looking for a Planner II/III to join our Planning team and play a meaningful role in how our community grows and develops. In this position, you’ll take on advanced land-use and planning work, from reviewing development applications, plans, and maps to preparing staff reports, studies, policy amendments, and recommendations. You’ll work collaboratively with City staff, property owners, development professionals, partner agencies, and the public to navigate planning processes and help move projects forward. You’ll also have opportunities to present before committees and commissions, contribute to City planning policies and long-range initiatives, and take the lead on complex projects that require sound judgment and independent decision-making.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Planner II, requires two (2) years of professional planning experience, preferably in the public sector.
Planner III, requires three (3) years of professional planning experience, preferably in the public sector.
Bachelor’s degree in urban or regional planning, or other area of study as deemed applicable may substitute for one (1) year of experience.

Nice To Haves

American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)

Responsibilities

Prepares and reviews a variety of written plans, studies, staff reports and Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan amendments.
Reviews, analyzes and processes development permits, plans, maps and related documents to completion; makes change recommendations.
Reviews reports and consults with department staff on project review issues.
Assists the public with inquiries and requests for information regarding the planning process, code standards, layout and design issues and environmental standards such as floodplain and riparian requirements.
Serves as department representative and gives presentations to committees, commissions and the public.
Assists in the research and development of City planning policies and procedures as required.
Assist with researching, applying for, and managing grant opportunities.
Completes designated job tasks, special projects, and all other duties as assigned to meet team, department, and City goals while working cooperatively, efficiently, and productively in a team environment.
Actively demonstrates high levels of employee engagement, accountability, coachability, and responsibility for personal performance and results.
Demonstrates initiative to incorporate and implement learning principles from informal and formal training, as well as feedback from leaders and co-workers.
Approaches training opportunities with active engagement and curiosity, while learning and exhibiting understanding of City policies, protocols, and performance expectations.
Pursues professional development opportunities to add value to the city, including learning, adopting, and quickly adapting to new techniques, technologies, and industry practices.
Actively demonstrates accountability and responsibility for both work product results and the impact behaviors and decisions may have on the ability of others to do their jobs well.
Receives, interprets, and implements job-related instruction, guidance, coaching, and training (both formal and informal) while progressively improving skills and overall success in performing assigned duties.
When issues of poor performance or negative behaviors are raised, incorporate feedback in a constructive manner that demonstrates understanding of the concern and an ability and willingness to achieve the required consistent and sustained improvement.
Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall function of the department and organizational goals.
Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
Handles job stress and interacts effectively with others in the workplace.
Fosters an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
Is an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.

Benefits

Medical, vision and dental benefits for employee and family, paid at 100% by the City with the opportunity to buy-up to a lower deductible plan
Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance – policy value of $50,000 paid by the City
Long-term disability insurance provided by the City
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA-VEBA) contributions provided by the City
Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) lifetime pension after retirement at no cost to employee
PERS is 100% fully paid as the City pays both the employer and the employee’s (6%) contributions
Deferred Compensation retirement plan (Section 457 Plan) for employee's retirement planning
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City’s Wellness Program promotes physical, social, emotional, intellectual, financial and environmental wellness with various goals and challenges to participate in throughout the year. Employees may qualify for wellness incentives by completing milestones set within the program up to $200 annually
Access to the City's fully equipped fitness center 24/7