Planner II

ZipRecruiter; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Garner is seeking a Planner II to perform professional planning work on various projects. This position entails reviewing permits, assisting senior staff with amendments, and ensuring compliance with the Unified Development Ordinance. A valid driver's license is required, along with relevant education and experience in local government planning.

Qualifications

• Must have a Master's degree or relevant Bachelor's with 2+ years experience.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Knowledge of GIS, zoning laws, and urban planning principles essential.

Responsibilities

• Reviews permits and plans for compliance with codes and ordinances.
• Prepares staff reports and assists in public hearings.
• Conducts inspections and ensures compliance with all regulations.

Skills

GIS technology

Urban planning practices

Zoning and land use laws

Data interpretation

Technical report preparation

Education

Master's degree in urban planning

Bachelor's degree in related field

Associate's degree with relevant experience

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

The Town of Garner is seeking a Planner II to perform intermediate/journey-level professional planning work in a variety of projects for current and long-range planning efforts.

Examples of Duties:

• Reviews permits/plans and associated documents as assigned, including but not limited to, commercial building permits, final plats, site/subdivision plans and sign permits for compliance with adopted codes, ordinances and policies, and managing all related correspondence.
• Utilizes the department’s permitting and plan review software to manage assigned cases and associated files.
• Prepares and presents staff reports as assigned for rezonings and/or special use permits with recommendations to be reviewed by the Planning Commission and/or Town Council with special emphasis on conformity with Garner Forward Comprehensive Plan.
• Assists senior staff with research and preparation of Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) text amendments.
• Assists in the collection and preparation of demographic and development data for staff reports.
• Works with colleagues to ensure compliance with all UDO-mandated public hearing notification requirements.
• Responds to questions from regarding development requirements, sign regulations, buffering requirements, long-range comprehensive plans and re-zoning cases, ensuring UDO and code provisions are known, understood, and applied by the general public.
• Conducts site compliance inspections as assigned.
• Ensures routine maintenance of the Department’s Town vehicles.
• Provides administrative support to the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment which may include agenda packet preparation/distribution and the taking/transcription of minutes.
• Consults with officials in other local, state, or federal agencies regarding site plan and subdivision review matters as needed.
• Attends evening meetings as required.
• Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must have:

• a Master's degree in urban planning, landscape architecture, urban design, or related field from an accredited college or university; OR
• a Bachelor's degree in urban planning, landscape architecture, urban design, or a related field from an accredited college or university AND at least two (2) years of work experience in local government planning; OR
• an Associate's degree AND at least six (6) years of work experience in land development, local government or similar field.
• a valid driver's license and good driving record.

A successful candidate must have the:

• Working knowledge of general office and GIS technology.
• Working knowledge of the principals and practices of urban planning and urban design.
• Working knowledge of state and federal laws related to zoning and land use planning.
• Working knowledge of economics, environmental studies, and sociology as they relate to municipal planning.
• Working knowledge of the methods and techniques used in effectively preparing and presenting technical reports.
• General knowledge of current literature, recent developments and sources of information related to zoning and subdivisions.
• General knowledge of the principles of civil engineering as they relate to land use and urban design.
• General knowledge of research methods and statistical principles related to urban growth and development.
• Ability to interpret and analyze data and prepare and present oral and written technical reports.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and assignments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineered site plans.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, other agencies, and the general public.

Additional Information:

The pay range shown is the hiring range. The starting salary will be determined based on the selected candidate's skills and qualifications.

This position is open until filled and may close at any time.

Equal Opportunity Employer