Senior Planner

City of Hickory•Hickory, NC

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting with the administration of planning and development activities for the City. The work consists of varied planning duties. The need to be sensitive to political factors and legal issues contribute to the complexity of the work. The purpose of this position is to perform planning duties in support of the City of Hickory. Successful performance enhances the orderly growth and economic development of the city.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in planning, Geography, Public Administration or closely related field.
Three to five years of local government planning experience.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of planning, zoning, land use, development, and historic preservation.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of long-range planning, neighborhood planning, and comprehensive planning.
Knowledge of and ability to use GIS.
Ability to learn and become familiar with the City's ordinances and land use regulations.
Knowledge of relevant state laws and regulations.
Skill in performing planning functions.
Skill in preparing and presenting public presentations.
Skill in the use of a personal computer and word processing, presentation software, geographic information system, database software systems, and office equipment.
Skill in organization and prioritizing work.
Skill in collecting and analyzing data.
Skill in reading and interpreting development plans.
Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position: having had a similar position for three to five years.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license, issued by the State of North Carolina.

Nice To Haves

Possession of or ability to attain AICP and CZO certifications.

Responsibilities

Provides customer service; provides information regarding regulatory matters.
Meets with developers and property owners to provide guidance and advice regarding standards and procedures.
Reviews and approves commercial and residential building site plans for compliance with zoning ordinances.
Reviews zoning compliance applications for existing buildings that change occupant or use.
Reviews signage permits, and related duties.
Conducts staff reports and preparation of analysis and recommendations regarding rezoning, special uses and other development related petitions and requests.
Provides staff support to various City appointed advisory committees, boards and neighborhood associations.
Presents analysis and recommendations to the Hickory Regional Planning Commission, Hickory Board of Adjustment and other relevant bodies.
Provides collaborative review input regarding property subdivision, planned developments, and site plans.
Identifies and secures appropriate grant funding.
Works on special projects including planning studies, neighborhood planning, and comprehensive planning.
Performs other related duties as assigned.