Planner

City of Edgerton, Kansas; Edgerton (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Edgerton, Kansas is seeking a Planner to join our Community Development team. The successful candidate will review planning and zoning applications, work with developers, assist residents with code questions, and prepare materials for the City’s Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and City Council.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of interpreting local, state, and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in city, urban, or regional planning or related field preferred.
• Two or more years of progressively responsible related experience preferred.
• A valid driver's license and insurable driving record are required.
• Position may require evening, weekend, holiday, or overtime work including overnight seminars or conferences.

Responsibilities

• Review rezoning requests, site development plans, plats, and other planning applications for compliance with codes.
• Coordinate with developers, property owners, and design professionals to discuss development requirements.
• Prepare staff reports, agendas, and presentations for Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals.
• Assist with public hearing notices and advertising and respond to inquiries from residents and staff.

Skills

Planning knowledge

Strong communication

Customer service

Regulatory interpretation

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in city/urban/regional planning

Job description

The City of Edgerton is looking for a Planner to join our Community Development team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people and helping shape the future of a growing community.

The Planner reviews planning and zoning applications, works directly with developers and design professionals, assists residents and contractors with code questions, and prepares materials for the City’s Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and City Council.

What You'll Do

• Review rezoning requests, special use permits, site development plans, plats, lot splits, sign permits, and other planning and zoning applications for compliance with City codes and ordinances.
• Review plans and specifications and identify potential issues or areas that need to be addressed.
• Meet with developers, property owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss the development process and code requirements.
• Prepare staff reports, correspondence, agendas, minutes, and presentations for Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals meetings.
• Assist with public hearing requirements, including notices and advertising.
• Answer questions from residents, contractors, developers, City staff, and elected officials regarding zoning and development codes.
• Research and recommend updates to the City's Unified Development Code and related policies and guidelines.
• Coordinate the City's Land Disturbance Regulations.
• Process and issue building and sign permits as needed.
• Serve as the City's ADA Coordinator.
• Represent the City on various local, regional, and state boards and organizations.
• Make public presentations as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who can balance technical knowledge with strong communication and customer service skills. The ideal candidate will be:

• Organized and detail-oriented
• Comfortable reading and interpreting plans and specifications
• Able to interpret and apply local, state, and federal regulations
• A strong written and verbal communicator
• Able to work independently while also being a strong team member

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in city, urban, or regional planning, architecture, engineering, construction management, business administration, public administration, or a related field is preferred.

Two or more years of progressively responsible related experience is preferred. A combination of education, training, and experience that provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the job may also qualify.

A valid driver's license and insurable driving record are required.

This position works in both an office and field environment. The position may occasionally require evening, weekend, holiday, or overtime work, as well as attendance at overnight seminars or conferences.