Planner 2 - Plan Review - Land Development Division

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County is seeking experienced professionals for the Land Development and Design Division. The role supports shaping Nashville's future, presenting to the Metropolitan Planning Commission, and communicating with multiple stakeholders on urban design issues.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Planning or related field with 4 years of experience (or a Master’s with 2 years). A valid driver license may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Planning or related field with 4 years of related experience.
• Or Master's Degree in Planning or related field with 2 years of related experience.
• Working knowledge of land development and zoning principles.
• Familiarity with form-based codes and New Urbanism.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with Metro departments, development professionals, citizens and engineers at a high level.
• Review and analyze complex development issues with emphasis on urban design.
• Prepare items and present to the Metropolitan Planning Commission.
• Write clear letters, reports and presentations.
• Attend meetings and speak to the public as needed.
• Provide timely information with attention to detail and meet deadlines.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and negotiate priorities.

Skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Writing

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Time management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Planning or related field

Master's degree in Planning or related field

Job description

Nashville/Davidson County is seeking experienced individuals to join the Land Development and Design Division. It is an exciting time to be a part of a team that is shaping Nashville's future. This position is non-Civil Service and located with the Planning Commission.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness for qualifying loans.

• Communicate at a high-level with other Metro departments, development professionals, citizens, and engineers is desired.
• Accurately process, review, analyze and critique complex development issues with an emphasis on good urban design principles.
• Prepare items and make presentations to the Metropolitan Planning Commission.
• Write clearly and prepare concise and accurate letters, reports and presentations.
• Attend meetings and speaks to the public as needed.
• Provide information with attention to detail.
• Compliance with time-sensitive deadlines.
• Provide clear and timely communication with a variety of stakeholders.
• Prioritization and negotiation skills.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree in Planning, or related field, from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of related experience

OR

Master's Degree in Planning or related field from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of related experience.

LICENSES REQUIRED

Valid Driver License may be required for some positions in this classification.

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

• Working knowledge of basic legal principles of land development and zoning
• Working knowledge of form-based codes and New Urbanism

Applications will be accepted through December 4th, 2023.

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We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to Randi Semrick at 615-862-7150.