Senior Planner (Development Review/Historic Preservation Coordinator)

City of High Point•High Point, NC

9d•$61,152 - $82,998

About The Position

Performs responsible professional and technical work in the development services division of the Planning and Development Department, primarily coordinating the review of development applications. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Development Administrator.

Requirements

Master’s degree in planning, geography, public administration or closely related field with two (2) years of relevant planning experience; OR Bachelor’s degree in planning, geography, public administration or closely related field with four (4) years of relevant planning experience.
Valid driver's license in North Carolina or another state.
Well-developed knowledge of urban planning principles, practices and techniques
In-depth knowledge of zoning and land development practices
In-depth knowledge of historic preservation guidelines/regulations and best practices
Knowledge of state and local laws and regulations applicable to work responsibilities
Knowledge of principles, methodology and practices of research, data collection and analysis
Knowledge of computer hardware and software applications applicable to work responsibilities, including the use of geographic information applications in planning
Proficient computer skills to use software applications to process board and land development submissions and conduct electronic plan reviews
Excellent communication skills to communicate in various forms and convey complex information clearly and effectively to different audiences
Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to resolve land development process conflicts
Effective facilitation skills to lead productive group discussions
Excellent interpersonal skills to create and maintain productive working relationships with associates, city officials, customers and the public
Ability to read and interpret land development plans and architectural designs to obtain required information
Ability to comprehend and correctly apply development regulations and find practical solutions
Ability to prepare and present technical reports in oral and written form
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and manage them effectively to meet established deadlines

Nice To Haves

American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification
NC Certified Zoning Official (CZO) certification

Responsibilities

Receives, processes and reviews a variety of land development applications for compliance with development regulations, including subdivision plans, group development plans and site plans
Acts as case manager and coordinates land development reviews with the Technical Review Committee, and provides guidance to committee members
Receives, processes and evaluates applications for certificates of appropriateness
Acts as case manager and coordinates applications for the Historic Preservation Commission, and provides guidance to the board
Coordinates historic preservation efforts with county and state historic preservation agencies
Reviews applicable permit records for compliance with development regulations, including commercial construction, signage, and zoning
Assists in the review and processing of guidance, board action and land development records
Explains development regulations and procedures to developers, architects, engineers, and applicants and guides them through the development review process
Provides information to the public regarding development regulations and explains the development review process
Provides information and guidance to City and department personnel
Conducts field surveys, collects data and information, analyzes and summarizes existing conditions, derives conclusions, makes recommendations, and prepares written technical reports
Attends meetings and makes oral presentations
May be required to drive to various locations to accomplish assignments
Assists division head and City staff as needed
Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies
Assists with address assignment.