Planner

City of Novi•Novi, MI

About The Position

The City of Novi Planning Department is hiring a Planner or Senior Planner to join its collaborative Plan Review Center team. This professional staff-level position supports community development through site plan review, ordinance interpretation, implementation of the Master Plan, and assistance to residents, businesses, and developers navigating planning projects and procedures. The position works under the direction of the City Planner and manages development projects from concept through construction. The successful candidate reviews development proposals for compliance with zoning and development regulations, prepares planning studies and reports, coordinates review comments from City staff and consultants, and guides applicants through the City's review process. The role also includes presenting findings and recommendations to the Planning Commission and City Council. Senior Planner candidates provide leadership support and may substitute for the City Planner when needed. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with occasional evening meetings. Employment offers are contingent on passing a background check, physical examination, and drug screen, including marijuana testing.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning, Urban Studies, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration, or a related field.
Valid Michigan driver's license.
For Senior Planner candidates: a Master's degree or at least 5 years of directly applicable experience.
For Senior Planner candidates: AICP certification.
For Senior Planner candidates: at least 2 years of professional planning experience with the City of Novi in the Planner position, or with a comparable community.
For Senior Planner candidates: demonstrated experience substituting for the City Planner in Planning Commission committee meetings, full Planning Commission meetings, and City Council meetings, or similar meetings in a comparable community.

Nice To Haves

For Planner candidates, a graduate degree and/or American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification is preferred.
Prior municipal planning experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Review site plans and development proposals for compliance with zoning and development regulations.
Interpret and apply the Zoning Ordinance, codes, and other applicable regulations.
Prepare planning studies, written reports, and professional recommendations.
Serve as project manager for proposed development projects, coordinating review comments from City staff and consultants.
Guide applicants through the City's review process from initial concept to final construction.
Review and process development applications, including site plans, condominiums, and rezoning applications.
Present findings, reports, and recommendations to the Planning Commission and City Council.
For Senior Planner candidates, provide leadership support and serve as a substitute for the City Planner when needed.