Planner

Tulsa County

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About The Position

Under supervision, the Planner performs planning and land-use activities and provides support to citizens, advisory authorities, boards and commissions, departments, and elected officials. The role assists with research, analysis, and coordination related to zoning, development, and community planning, as well as other related duties. The Planner reviews development applications and proposals, prepares reports and presentations, conducts research and mapping, supports long-range planning projects, and provides guidance to residents and other stakeholders on planning processes and regulations. The role also administers Tulsa County lot split and lot line adjustment processes and maintains related files and databases.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in planning, public administration, environmental science, or a related field.
• Three years of experience in planning, zoning, or a related field.
• Knowledge of urban, rural, regional, and environmental planning principles and practices; zoning laws; land-use regulations; subdivision standards; permitting processes; and federal and state laws.
• Skill in research, data analysis, map interpretation, and report writing, with organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply County codes, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with internal departments, officials, and community stakeholders.
• Knowledge of spreadsheet and word-processing software.
• Ability to read and analyze financial reports and legal documents, respond to common inquiries or complaints, and present information verbally and in writing to management, public groups, and boards.
• Ability to work with probability and statistical inference and apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations, including in spreadsheet or reporting software.
• Ability to follow written, oral, or diagram-based instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including regularly moving or positioning items up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• ACIP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review development applications, zoning cases, site plans, and subdivision proposals for compliance with County regulations and long-range plans.
• Prepare staff reports, findings, recommendations, and presentations for planning boards, commissions, and elected bodies.
• Administer Tulsa County lot split and lot line adjustment processes.
• Maintain hard-copy and digital lot split and lot line adjustment files and databases with current and historic activity.
• Conduct research, data analysis, and mapping on planning, demographic, economic, and land-use issues.
• Provide professional assistance to residents, developers, consultants, and partner agencies regarding planning processes, regulations, and requirements.
• Support and potentially lead components of long-range planning projects, including comprehensive plan updates, corridor studies, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Prepare maps, graphics, and analysis using GIS, planning tools, and related software.
• Conduct site visits and field inspections to verify conditions related to development proposals and land-use compliance.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external agencies to resolve land-use, permitting, and development issues.
• Assist with facilitating public meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagement activities as needed.
• Assist in developing or updating planning and land-use ordinances, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level