Planner II - Planning & Development Services

City of Concord•Concord, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to provide planning and development review services for current Planning projects. This role represents a key position in supporting Concord’s continued growth and development, ensuring projects align with the City’s policies, ordinances, and vision for the future.

Requirements

Valid North Carolina Driver’s License
Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
Knowledge of Construction Principles
Knowledge of Real Estate Principles
Knowledge of Zoning ordinances, rules, and regulations
Knowledge of Customer service principles
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Knowledge of Accela
Operating a computer and applicable software applications.
Applying local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
Providing customer service
Time management
Attention to detail
Ability to self-assess work
Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
Applicants must meet the City’s criteria for an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

Possession of or ability to obtain Certified Zoning Official (CZO) Certification or American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certificate within two (2) years from date of hire.

Responsibilities

Provides development assistance and review by interpreting zoning ordinances and development and subdivision codes, advising developers on appropriate measures and processes, coordinating with reviewing departments to ensure compliance with development ordinance, issuing development permits, and conducting zoning inspections.
Serves as the primary initial contact for the Development Review Committee (DRC).
Plans and coordinates meetings, including preparing follow-up meeting summaries.
Provides guidance to civil engineers, surveyors, and other consultants on various issues relating to projects and reviews Planning documents to ensure adherence to applicable guidelines, standards, and provisions.
Reviews and approves minor subdivision plats.
Reviews and approves commercial building permits.
Serves as supplemental support for Planner I in signing reviews.
Assists with research for zoning ordinances, regulations, and processes from surrounding municipalities, guidance from the NC School of Government, and general statutes, to make recommendations to help guide ordinance amendments.
Creates responses to more in-depth public planning and development inquiries.
Handles complaints and grievances from the public.
Performs other similar duties as required.