Community Planning Manager

City of Norman; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Norman seeks an experienced urban planning supervisor with a four-year degree in a related field; a Master’s is preferred. Candidates should have at least three years of progressively responsible staff supervision and related planning experience to manage complex development projects.

Responsibilities include guiding comprehensive planning efforts, reviewing permits and zoning proposals, presenting at public meetings, coordinating with departments, and advising the Planning

Qualifications

• Four-year degree required in urban planning or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Planning or Urban Studies preferred.
• Three years of progressively responsible related experience including staff supervision.

Responsibilities

• Supervise professional, technical, and clerical staff; manage priorities and deadlines.
• Oversee comprehensive planning functions and large development proposals.
• Review zoning, land use, and development applications and ensure code compliance.
• Prepare staff reports and memos for Planning Commission and City Council.
• Coordinate with other departments and engage with community groups.

Skills

Site planning

Neighborhood design

Data analysis

Staff supervision

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning

Master's degree in Planning or Urban Studies

Job description

Education and Experience:

Requires a four-year degree from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree in Planning or Urban Studies from an accredited college or university preferred. Three (3) years progressively responsible related experience is required to supervise staff and solve complex work issues and problems.

Knowledge:

Thorough knowledge of urban planning development and local government code, policies and procedures; applicable state, federal and local laws, rules and regulations; methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis and report presentation; principles and practices of city planning, zoning, development process and code compliance; management and supervisory methods and techniques.

Skills:

Site planning and neighborhood design; read and interpret blueprints, plats, site plans, and development proposals. Analytical abilities are required to integrate and interpret data from various sources, and to plan, develop and implement responsible strategies. Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with internal staff, citizens, contractors, government agencies in such areas as supervising project work to insure compliance with design specifications and building codes, responding to citizen’s questions regarding zoning concerns; consulting with builders and developers in reviewing plans for development. Prepares clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials. Organizes work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up assignments with a minimum of direction. Plans, organizes, assigns, directs, reviews and evaluates the work of staff. Communicates clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential Functions:

Maintains amendments to the Comprehensive Plan; researches and provides recommendations on various community development issues; gathers land use and other data about the community; conducts presentations and participates in public hearings regarding the same. Oversees specialized planning functions such as large-scale new development proposals and land use studies. Responds to citizens’ inquiries regarding interpretation of codes, zoning, land use, and code compliance issues of a wide variety of development activity in the city. Meets with citizens, builders and developers who may submit formal applications to alter the city's comprehensive plan or to request specific zoning approval; accepts and reviews applications and responds to proposals; ensures that legal notice requirements are met, agendas are prepared, and the staff response is written; conducts presentations regarding the same at night meetings as assigned. Reviews minutes prepared by administrative staff of all actions resulting from public meetings, which are forwarded to the City Council; prepares items and memos for the Planning Commission and City Council agenda and packet. Prepares and reviews ordinances affecting wide variety of development issues. Reviews and/or manages the review of building permits of all types for compliance and may be called on to conduct on-site inspections for occupancy certifications if necessary. Coordinates with other departments on planning, zoning, and subdivision issues; interfaces and provides outreach to community groups including public and private schools and colleges, professional groups, and the Chamber of Commerce. Supervises professional, technical, and clerical personnel; interviews and recommends hiring personnel; instructs employees in correct methods and procedures; monitors and inspects work in progress to ensure continuity and timely completion of work; ensures deadlines are met; reviews and evaluates employee performance. Prepares and reviews staff reports for Boards and Commissions, presenting staff reports at related night meetings. Serves as liaison and performs all necessary functions in support of the Planning Commission. Provides staff support and attends, as necessary all meetings of Planning Commission and other meetings assigned. Oversees specialized planning functions such as large-scale new development proposals and environmental studies. Assigns work to professional staff and ensures appropriate training is provided. Evaluates operations and activities of assigned responsibilities. Attends training, workshops, and conferences to stay abreast of modern advancements in municipal planning. Performs other related work as required.