Planner

North-Augusta; North Augusta (SC); In loco; USD 69.000 - 83.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

North Augusta is seeking a Planner in the Planning and Development Department to perform professional urban planning tasks, including zoning administration, data analysis, and preparing technical reports.

Reporting to the Director of Planning and Development, the role involves coordinating with departments, presenting at public meetings, and maintaining GIS and project management software.

Competenze

• Master's degree in urban planning, public administration, or geography.
• 4–6 years of experience in city planning, land planning and research.

Mansioni

• Interprets and applies zoning and development regulations.
• Reviews site plans and subdivisions, coordinating with multiple departments.
• Provides public assistance on zoning and development matters.
• Generates staff reports, memoranda, and public hearing notices.
• Maintains and updates GIS and land development project software.

Conoscenze

Urban planning

Formazione

Masters’ Degree in Urban and Regional Planning, public administration, or geography

Strumenti

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Land development software

Descrizione del lavoro

• Salary/Pay Rate: $69,025.62 - $82,830.74/annually
• Posted Date: 11/06/2026 8:55 AM
• Deadline to Apply: 12/04/2026 5:00 PM

JOB TITLE: PLANNER

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

Under occasional supervision, performs professional urban planning tasks including the administration of zoning and development regulation, collecting and analyzing data related to City planning, and writing technical reports and memoranda related to land use and other issues. Reports to the Director of Planning and Development.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this position title. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Interprets and applies applicable state and local codes, ordinances, and zoning and land development regulations through the review, analysis, and inspection of a variety of applications for development approval including site plans, subdivision plans, variance requests, and rezonings.

Provides technical assistance to the public at the counter as well as by telephone and email about zoning and development matters.

Administers the City’s land development project management software through regular maintenance and updates, technical support, staff training and report generation.

Manages the review of subdivisions and site plans, coordinating with multiple departments.

Provides assistance to staff, citizens, and outside organizations with assigning, verifying, and enforcing E-911 addresses. Creates notifications regarding new addresses. Creates new location on maps and maintains records for parcels in the City’s land development project management software.

Manages departmental pages and document storage on the City website.

Prepares public hearing notices, agendas, maps, staff reports and memos for Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals; attends public meetings, participates in discussions, and makes presentations to the boards as requested.

Conducts research in a variety of planning and zoning topics and presents reports and recommendations.

Drafts language for amendments to zoning and development regulations, comprehensive plan, etc.

Prepares legal documents associated with annexations, deeds of dedication, rezonings, etc.

Receives and/or reviews site plans, staff generated documents, professional publications, statistical data, regional data, e-mail, etc.

Prepares and generates staff reports, planning documents, finding of facts (research topics), e-mail, etc.

Refers to professional publications, staff generated documentation, and staff consultations as needed.

Demonstrates proficiency in GIS software (e.g. ArcGIS), Microsoft Office Suite, and land management/permitting databases.

Performs landscape and other site inspections as needed.

Interacts or communicates with department heads, City staff, the development community, the general public, etc.

ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs clerical duties, maintains project files, makes copies, and answers the phone. Uses variety of engineering, architects, office and clerical supplies including a computer, printer, telephone, fax machine, etc. Operates a City vehicle.

Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Requires a Masters’ Degree in Urban and Regional Planning, public administration, or geography with a minimum of four to six years’ experience in city planning, land planning and research, or any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must possess a valid driver's license.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED

TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Physical Requirements

Must be physically able to operate a variety of automated office machines including computer, calculator, copier, blueprint machine, etc. Must be physically able to exert up to ten pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of ten to twenty pounds.

Data Conception

Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of date, people, or things.

Interpersonal Communication

Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes the giving of information and instructions to citizens. Includes the receiving of information and instructions from supervisor.

Language Ability

Requires the ability to read a variety of documents and reports. Requires the ability to prepare various reports and documents with the proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech. Has the ability to speak to the general public with poise, voice control, and confidence.

Intelligence

Has the ability to apply principles of rational systems such as planning and legal applications in order to solve problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; to interpret a variety of instruments furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.

Verbal Aptitude

Requires the ability to record and deliver information and to follow verbal and written instructions.

Numeric Aptitude

Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; determine percentages and decimals; and determine time and weight. Uses college level statistics.

Form/Spatial Aptitude

Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape.

Motor Coordination

Requires the ability coordinate hands and eyes in using automated office equipment.

Manual Dexterity

Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, office equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have eye/hand/foot coordination.

Color Discrimination and Visual Acuity

Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color; requires the visual acuity to determine depth perception, night vision, peripheral vision, inspection for small parts; preparing and analyzing written or computer data, etc.

Interpersonal Temperament

Requires the ability to deal with people beyond receiving instructions. The worker needs to relate to people in situations involving more than receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency.

Physical Communication

Requires the ability to talk and/or hear (talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear).

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Knowledge of Job

Has thoroughknowledge of planning functions and activities. Understands the process of administering zoning and development regulations and is capable of doing the same. Is able to collect and analyze proper and appropriate data related to City planning, land use, and other issues. Has the ability to write technical reports. Has the verbal ability to draft languages for recommended changes and additions to zoning and development regulations. Is knowledgeable of the terminology relative to planning and community development. Is able to develop, prepare, and make public presentations to various groups, individuals, and committees. Is able to plan and control entire sets of non-routine activities. Has considerable knowledge of the general policies, rules, and procedures established by the City and other regulatory agencies that effect the functions of the position. Has considerable knowledge of the structure, functions, and inter-relationships of state and local governments as these relate to assigned responsibilities and is able to apply that knowledge effectively. Is able to use judgment and discretion in managing assigned activities. Is able to assemble and analyze information and make written and oral reports concisely, clearly, and effectively. Is able to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures, and related information. Is able to communicate effectively with a wide variety of public and private groups and is persuasive in such communication. Has sufficient knowledge of other City divisions/departments to communicate and interface with their representatives as necessary in carrying out duties and responsibilities. Has the verbal ability to make effective presentations and prepare effective and accurate required reports, and the mathematical ability to handle required calculations accurately and quickly.

Quality of Work

Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interaction with internal and external entities with whom the position interacts.

Quantity of Work

Performs described Essential Functions and related assignments efficiently and effectively in order to produce quantity of work which consistently meets established standards and expectations.

Dependability

Assumes responsibility for completing assigned work. Completes assigned work within deadlines in accordance with directives, policy, standards and prescribed procedures. Maintains accountability for assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.

Attendance

Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests.

Initiative and Enthusiasm

Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be accomplished, and initiates proper and acceptable action for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.

Judgment

Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies issues or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to issues or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice where appropriate and researches issues, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment.

Cooperation

Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified, i.e., poor communications, variance with established policies or procedures, etc. Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation intra- and inter-departmentally.

Relationships with Others

Shares knowledge with managers, supervisors and co-workers for mutual benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships inter- and intra-departmentally, and with external entities with whom the position interacts. Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints in order to establish and maintain good will. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image.

Coordination of Work

Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of work elements and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends required meetings, planning sessions and discussions on time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.

Safety and Housekeeping

Adheres to all established safety and housekeeping standards. Ensures such standards are not violated.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. EOE