Planner I

The City of Dover; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team dedicated to making Dover a vibrant place to live! As a Planner I, you will engage in essential research and analysis to support the Planning Office, ensuring compliance with zoning and land use regulations. This role involves collaborating with developers, reviewing permits, and preparing reports for various boards. Your contributions will directly impact community development and enhance the quality of life for residents. If you are passionate about planning and want to make a difference, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Group life insurance

401a and 457 deferred compensation plans

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred with experience in GIS.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance for planning and zoning compliance.
• Review development plans for compliance with city ordinances.
• Analyze data to support reports and planning initiatives.

Skills

Planning and zoning compliance

Data analysis

Technical report writing

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field

Master’s degree in planning or related field

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Salary range: AFSCME Grade 124 / $24.48 (Based on Qualifications)

Department: Planning

Hours: Full-Time

Job Description:

Do you have what it takes to be part of a team? The City of Dover is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Planner I. The essential function of the position within the organization is to research, analyze, and summarize data to support the Planning Office and to perform plan review for development including plans for zoning and land use compliance. The position is responsible for providing technical assistance, preparing reports, and reviewing permits. The position works under general supervision independently developing work methods and sequences.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides technical assistance to City customers for planning and zoning compliance.
• Works with developers to facilitate resolution of planning-related issues/problems.
• Performs technical reviews of development plans for compliance with city ordinances, policy, and sound planning principles. Develops reports for the Planning Commission and other appointed boards and commissions. Attendance at meetings for boards and commissions is required. Meetings occur monthly during both day and evening time frames.
• Gathers and analyzes data/information to support periodic and special reports for the area of responsibility.
• Authors text for ordinance text amendments, annexations, and special research projects.
• Reviews building and sign permits for compliance; makes determination on whether to approve or disapprove permits.
• Handles constituent inquiries and complaints.
• Provides technical assistance to a variety of City programs, analyzing and assessing data and preparing reports.
• Attends staff and other professional meetings to exchange information.
• Requires education or training equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, landscape architecture, geography or related field.
• Valid Delaware Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in planning, public administration, landscape architecture, geography or related field.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems.

A criminal background investigation will be required. Candidates may be given a job-related test during the interview.

Compensation

• Health, dental, vision and group life insurance.
• 401a and 457 deferred compensation plans.

Ethical conduct and honest behavior are our basic organizational values. Candidates will be instrumental in assisting to make Dover a place where people want to live through our motto – Dedication, Ownership, Vision, Excellence and Reliability.

City of Dover is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Minimum Hourly Rate: AFSCME Grade 124 / $24.48 (Based on Qualifications)