Planner I or Planner II

Eagle Mountain City•Eagle Mountain, UT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of professional and technical duties related to long-range and current planning. This includes coordinating and reviewing planning applications, assisting with planning studies, policies, and ordinances, and providing information to developers, the business community, and the public on land use and development matters. The role involves conducting research, preparing reports, conducting field inspections, and acting as staff to committees and commissions. Responsibilities also include updating and drafting ordinances, managing application progress, and staying current with relevant laws and regulations.

Requirements

Graduation from college with a bachelor's degree in urban planning or a closely related field.
No experience necessary (for Planner I); Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience performing above or related duties (for Planner II); OR An equivalent combination of education and experience (for Planner II).
Some knowledge of principles and practices of community development, urban planning and design, local government operation and structures.
Knowledge of map reading.
Knowledge of principles of public relations.
Knowledge of personal computers and applications.
Knowledge of ARC View / ARC Info GIS mapping systems.
Knowledge of current and long range planning and site plan compliance.
Knowledge of principles and practices of urban planning, urban design, environmental protection and architecture.
Knowledge of economics, sociology, and community organization as applied to urban planning models.
Knowledge of the relationship between factors affecting urban planning policy, such as economic, political, sociological, legal, etc.
Knowledge of research and statistical methods typically used in the analysis and evaluation of research data.
Knowledge of land use, zoning, federal, state, and local laws.
Some skill in the art of diplomacy and cooperative problem solving.
Skill in the use of various computer programs.
Skill in ARC View GIS mapping systems.
Skill in using a calculator.
Ability to research relevant information and present the information to the public in a concise and clear manner.
Ability to complete daily work programs.
Ability to perform comprehensive research studies.
Ability to prepare and present technical reports.
Ability to enforce regulations with fairness, tact, and impartiality.
Ability to interpret codes accurately and effectively.
Ability to operate a personal computer and various software applications (word processing, spreadsheet, design, presentation, etc.).
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Ability to operate a standard keyboard and perform data entry activities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
Must possess a valid state driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Internship experience desired (for Planner I).

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of general and specialized professional planning functions, predominantly in current planning.
Completes activities relating to assigned projects.
Provides information and assists developers, the business community, and the public on land use, planning, and development-related matters.
Participates in planning projects related to policy development, land use, demographic analysis, housing, economic development/impact, transportation, and environmental assessments.
Conducts planning research and studies, and presents findings.
Conducts field inspections on development proposals, land-use issues, surveys, and planning studies.
Reviews subdivision, conditional use, site plan, rezone, master development plan, general plan amendment, and other development applications for conformity to City ordinances.
Processes land-use applications and submissions, and coordinates reviews in accordance with City regulations, ordinances, and codes.
Assists in the coordination of development proposals with other City Departments and governmental agencies.
Works with developers through the City's development process.
Communicates with applicants, including the transmittal of Development Review Committee (DRC) comments and scheduling of DRC meetings.
Assists in the development and preparation of Planning Commission and City Council Staff Reports, agendas, and other information.
Analyzes general plan, policies, ordinance compliance, negotiated development exactions, and performance standards, and recommends approval or denial of requests.
Prepares written reports in response to public requests for zoning applications and various ordinance changes.
Assists in the implementation of land development ordinances.
Maintains records, logs, and pertinent reports.
Acts as staff to the Development Review Committee and Planning Commission.
Conducts feasibility studies.
Prepares a variety of reports related to project progress.
Reviews and updates ordinances affecting planning, zoning, signage, traffic, development, and related departmental areas.
Attends meetings and makes public presentations as required.
Conducts field inspections of projects under construction for compliance with City ordinances and conditions of approval.
Participates in project review meetings with various city departments and developer representatives and identifies problem areas related to zoning and negotiates options for compliance.
Assists to coordinate the citizen participation process.
Meets with the general public to discuss planning, zoning, and development issues.
Assists the public to define concerns and presents public questions to management.
Follows up with the public to apprise of city policy and decisions.
Coordinates the preparation of meeting agendas as required.
Publishes notice of meeting via local newspaper and posts notices as required.
May assist to review and approve landscape plans for compliance with city landscape ordinance.
Monitors building setbacks, signage requirements, driveways, parking lots, and related site compliance concerns.
Updates, revises, and drafts ordinances and resolutions relating to land use and growth management.
Revises or creates language which updates and/or clarifies interpretation and intent of the codes and ordinances.
Assists in managing the progress of applications through the approval process.
Assures the timely review by staff and the timely presentation to commissions or boards as needed.
Follows established processes or expedites processes where possible.
Attends and participates in professional functions, meetings, and classes.
Researches and stays abreast of Federal, State, and local laws, legislation, codes, regulations, environmental matters, and zoning and land-uses issues pertinent to planning.
Performs related duties as required.