Planner II (Planning & Development)

Shelby County Government•Memphis, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Works under the general supervision of the Deputy Administrator of the Land Use and Development Services department to manage land use and zoning applications of moderate complexity made to the Division of Planning and Development. This position requires a strong understanding of land use and zoning regulations, excellent communication and presentation skills, and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously. The role involves reviewing submissions, mediating disputes, presenting findings to various boards and commissions, and interacting with the public.

Requirements

Three (3) years of experience as a project manager, community development planner, city planner, urban planner, or related field working in a public planning department, private planning, design, engineering, or architectural consulting firm.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in planning, engineering, architecture, geography, business, or closely related field.
Master's degree from an accredited university in planning, engineering, architecture, geography, business, or closely related field.
Strong presentation skills and written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge in working with zoning codes and subdivision regulations.
Knowledge of working with municipal or county departments, especially planning and engineering departments.
Ability to research laws, ordinances, rules and regulations to prepare technical and legal documents.
Ability to understand and interpret site plans.
Ability to plan, organize and maintain an even flow of work and meet deadlines.
Ability to courteously engage with the public and resolve problematic situations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
General computer knowledge and skills.
Must possess a valid Tennessee driver’s license or secure one upon date of employment.
Must be a resident of Shelby County or secure residency upon date of employment (with specific exemptions for certain public safety/civil service roles).

Nice To Haves

An equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the specified degree requirements.

Responsibilities

Reviews submissions to the Division of Planning and Development (DPD) to ensure compliance with the Unified Development Code (UDC), which includes development entitlement applications, permits, zoning letters, variances or certificates of appropriateness.
Manages assigned development entitlement cases submitted for review by the Land Use Control Board (LUCB), Board of Adjustment (BOA) and Memphis Landmarks Commission (MLC).
Mediates between applicants, neighboring property owners and boards and bodies on individual cases.
Presents staff findings to the LUCB, BOA and MLC monthly and composes staff reports and conditions for approval, which includes resolutions for individual cases that go before the LUCB, BOA and MLC.
Conducts presentations to the Memphis City Council and/or Shelby County Board of Commissioners.
Works with the public by responding to a high volume of communication and interaction regarding a wide range of zoning inquiries.
Reviews site plans, subdivision plats, final plans and special purpose districts to ensure compliance with approvals by the LUCB, BOA, Memphis City Council, UDC and Shelby County Board of Commissioners.
Assists with zoning letters, zoning review for permit applications, routine inquiries and other requests submitted to the DPD as required.
Prepares and presents reports to the Technical Review Committee.
Prepares maps utilizing Geographic Information System (GIS).
Assists with research and data analysis for special projects.
Performs other related duties as required or directed.