Planner II or III

Garfield County Colorado•Glenwood Springs, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist the community in achieving its current and future objectives through developing relevant projects, policies, processes, and plans. Acts as a technical analyst, researcher, reviewer, program developer, educator, and/or facilitator.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in planning, community development, or a related field OR any undergraduate degree with a Master’s degree in regional planning or a related field such as architecture, landscape architecture, geography, or civil engineering.
Planner I: One year of experience in land use planning. May include experience through internships, practicums, and Public Service.
Planner II: Three years of experience in planning.
Planner III: Five years of experience in planning or three years of experience in planning if accompanied by a relevant Master’s degree.
Valid driver’s license.
Proficient in communication, and able to communicate using the English language, including written, verbal, or other communication channels as required by the position.
Knowledge of physical design of community and the various components of a community along with the legal foundation and techniques for land use regulations.
Understands current trends and policy approaches to planning issues such as affordable housing, economic development, and oil and gas development.
Understands building codes, land use codes, environmental regulations, and zoning regulations, along with basic construction processes and terminology.
Ability to utilize the technology required of the position and demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies as required to assist the County in providing exceptional services, innovation, and work efficiencies.
Able to work together with a diverse group of people towards a shared goal, while considering the needs of others.
A commitment to providing exceptional service to all customers (internal & external), which includes being helpful, professional, courteous, and taking the time to understand customer's needs.
A commitment to the mission of providing exceptional services to the citizens of Garfield County.
Is a good steward of public resources and looks for ways to be innovative and improve efficiency.
Ability to use a keyboard, mouse, and office equipment, demonstrating fine motor skills for typing, clicking, and manipulating documents.
Clear vision for reading printed and on-screen materials, including text, graphics, and data, and for viewing computer monitors for extended periods and property inspections to identify code issues.
Adequate hearing to engage in conversations, respond to telephone calls, and interact with colleagues in a typical office environment.
Maintain the ability to maintain focus, productivity, and attention to detail while working at a desk for standard office hours.
Pre-employment background check which will include a Criminal Background Check, Employment Verification, and Motor Vehicle Record. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of these items.

Nice To Haves

American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification for Planner III.

Responsibilities

Implements adopted plans and planning processes, prepares code analysis staff reports, and schedules public meetings and hearings as necessary.
Assesses current land uses and the effectiveness of existing policies and codes.
Reviews specific projects to ensure compliance with land use and development code, and the comprehensive plan.
Advises various County Boards regarding development applications and develops strategic alternatives for solving problems.
Comprehends present and future data trends in population, education, health, the inner workings of state and federal government, and the dynamics of social change.
Identifies code enforcement issues.
Conducts site visits across the County to visually inspect properties subject to development applications.
Conduct pre-application conferences and advise customers of the staff position concerning certain issues, answers questions, and performs customer service.
Discusses and addresses neighborhood concerns, especially contentious land use issues.
Solicits input from other agencies as necessary.
Writes code analysis staff reports and draft resolutions.
Determines applicable fees and calculates fees as necessary.
Considers and analyzes the physical, social, and economic aspects of communities and examines the connections between them.
Helps draft regulations on environmental, social, and economic issues.
Assimilates information from a collaborative process and possesses knowledge of various disciplines including economic development, regional design, transportation, housing, tourism, health, sociology, civil engineering, surveying geology, law, water issues, agriculture, and environmental management.
Visualizes futures, compares alternatives, and describes implications so that public officials and citizens can make knowledgeable choices.
Interprets population statistics, economic and social data, geographical information, resource inventories, and environmental indicators.
Stays abreast of local happenings in the community, including development proposals, planning issues, and identified areas of concern.
May manage special projects at the supervisor's direction.
Formulate recommendation plans and policies to meet the social, economic, and physical needs of the community.
Projects future growth of regions, urban areas, industry and commerce, and recreation and open space.
Reviews and offers comment on proposed state legislation and other agency referrals.
Manages high-level, high-visibility special projects as directed by Director, Building & Planning.
Acts as primary staff person to the Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Adjustment as needed.
Prepares and writes grant application components as needed.
Strives to meet the certification requirements of the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) or actively pursues equivalent training and certifications.
Assists in training the Planner I & II.
May assist in developing the planning component of the departmental budget.
Other duties as assigned.