Planner I

Town of Wake Forest, NC; Wake Forest (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Wake Forest, NC is seeking an entry-level planner to assist with development review and current planning activities. The role involves reviewing exempt plats, annexation petitions, and various permits, while providing technical guidance to residents, developers, and staff.

Responsibilities include processing zoning verifications, site compliance inspections, and contributing to planning policy reports.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of planning principles and practices.
• Knowledge of current planning literature and best practices.
• Knowledge of laws, programs, and services relevant to planning.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Proficiency with computers including GIS and MS Office.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with staff and the public.
• Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize work, set priorities, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review final exempt plats and annexation petitions.
• Assist residents and developers with zoning and planning issues.
• Perform site inspections and write reports on planning matters.
• Provide guidance to staff and the public on planning processes.
• Assist with walk-in customers and phone inquiries.
• Support special projects and team efforts.

Skills

Planning principles

GIS

Microsoft Office

Written communication

Public communication

Education

Bachelors degree in urban planning or related field

Four-year degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

This position performs entry level planning work implementing a variety of planning activities focused on development review and current planning.

Job Description

This position performs entry level planning work implementing a variety of planning activities focused on development review and current planning.

An employee in this class is responsible for reviewing exempt plats, processing annexation petitions, assisting residents and developers with various issues, reviewing administrative permits such as minor architectural applications and sign permits. Work involves providing technical guidance to department staff and the public requiring empathy, tact, and firmness. The employee works under the general supervision of the Development Services Manager.

Essential Duties And Tasks

• Reviews final exempt plats;
• Reviews sign permit applications;
• Reviews plots plans;
• Reviews annexation petitions;
• Reviews minor architectural applications;
• Issues zoning verification letters;
• Performs site compliance inspections;
• Researches, investigates, and prepares written reports on planning policies and issues;
• Helps citizens and developers on zoning and related matters;
• Assists other planning staff with special projects;
• Assists with covering walk in customers and phone calls; and
• Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of planning principles and practices.
• Knowledge of current literature and best practices in the field of planning.
• Knowledge of governmental laws, programs, and services pertinent to the planning process.
• Knowledge of effective writing techniques.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software programs, which include Microsoft Office, and GIS
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, elected officials, partner agencies, and the general public.
• Ability to work effectively independently or in a team environment as needed.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of research and data collection.
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills to explain rules and procedures clearly to the public.
• Ability to plan and organize work for efficient processing, set and follow effective work priorities, and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with routine supervision and guidance.

Desirable Education And Experience

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in urban and regional planning, geography, architecture, historic preservation, engineering, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license.
• Certified Zoning Official certification required or must be obtained within one year of employment.