Planner II

The Town of Apex; North Carolina; On-site; USD 69,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Apex is seeking a Planner II to enhance community engagement and support transit planning. This role involves coordinating projects, leading initiatives, and fostering relationships with the community. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in planning and relevant experience, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

5% contributions to NC 401(k) plans

Participation in LGERS

Sick and vacation leave

80 hours Peak Paid Time Off annually

$1,200 Peak Lifestyle Benefit

Paid parental leave

Paid caregiver leave

Paid bereavement leave

Qualifications

• At least two years of professional experience in public sector planning.
• Thorough knowledge of public sector planning principles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analyze data for long-range planning.
• Plan and participate in public workshops and meetings.
• Manage community engagement activities.

Skills

Creative problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Public speaking

Excellent report writing

Oral communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in urban or regional planning

Tools

Microsoft Office

ArcGIS Pro

Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Job description

invites applications for the position of:

Planner II

ABOUT THIS POSITION:

EXPECTED HIRING RANGE: $69,742.40 - 85,425.60

SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. This position may require some evening and weekend work.

POSTING CLOSING DATE: Open until filled. The posting may close at any time without notice.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

Are you an energetic, outgoing, and well-organized planner? Are you passionate about engaging the community? Are you interested in improving multi-modal transportation in a rapidly growing town? Can you work well independently and in a team? If so, the Planner II position in the Long Range section of the Town of Apex Planning Department may be for you!

The Planner II performs intermediate-level professional planning work. This position focuses on community engagement and supporting transit planning. Responsibilities may include coordinating, supporting, and leading minor transit projects; leading community engagement initiatives; conducting research and writing; and supporting special projects. Additional duties may involve serving as staff to the Multimodal Transportation Advisory Board. The role involves significant public contact, often involving sensitive or emotional issues requiring judgment, firmness, and tact. The position aims to develop a positive relationship between the Town and the community. Work is evaluated based on work results and the acceptance of programs by the Town's leadership and citizens.

A SAMPLE OF THE ESSENTIALS:

• Conduct research, synthesize information, and analyze data to inform long-range plan implementation, transit planning, and ordinance updates.
• Prepare annual reports documenting progress on planning efforts.
• Plan and participate in public workshops, charrettes, stakeholder interviews, and meetings to educate, gather input, and address questions.
• Serve as staff support or representative on various boards and committees, including the Town’s Multimodal Transportation Advisory Board and others.
• May serve as the customer service point of contact for GoApex under guidance.
• Manage community engagement activities, including preparing communication materials and maintaining outreach contact databases.
• Utilize visual design tools like Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, or similar software for community engagement materials.
• Perform related duties as required and assist with special projects as directed.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Bachelor’s Degree in urban or regional planning, geography, landscape architecture, or a related field, with at least two years of professional experience in public sector planning; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

WITH...

• Thorough knowledge of public sector planning principles, practices, and relevant laws and programs.
• Knowledge of environmental and socio-economic implications of planning.
• Skill in collecting, analyzing, and presenting technical data and recommendations.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Conflict resolution, facilitation, and public speaking skills.
• Ability to plan and execute public engagement processes.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with community groups, officials, and the public.
• Ability to enforce codes with tact and firmness.
• Excellent report writing and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ArcGIS Pro is preferred.

WHO WE ARE:

Known as "The Peak of Good Living," the Town of Apex is a rapidly growing Wake County municipality with over 75,000 residents, ranked as Money Magazine's Best Place to Live in America in 2015. Our workforce includes over 540 full-time employees and over 125 part-time/seasonal staff. Our HR department is committed to providing top-tier programs, fostering a culture of empowerment and accountability, and offering competitive salaries and benefits. We are a highly rated employer with a 96% job satisfaction rating from employee surveys.

WHAT WE OFFER:

We aim to be an employer of choice by providing competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:

· Paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

· 5% contributions to NC 401(k) plans (no matching required)

· Participation in the Local Government Employees' Retirement System (LGERS), with a 6% employee contribution

· Sick and vacation leave

· 80 hours Peak Paid Time Off annually (after probation)

· $1,200 Peak Lifestyle Benefit for health and wellness activities (after probation)

· Paid parental, caregiver, and bereavement leave

All new hires must pass pre-employment drug testing, background checks, and other verifications prior to employment. The Town of Apex is an equal opportunity employer, providing employment without regard to age, sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.