Planner II

Moore County; North Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Moore County seeks a qualified Planner to handle a variety of tasks in the Planning Department, including managing development applications and applying state regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Planning or a related field, coupled with substantial experience. This position demands excellent research and presentation abilities, with a focus on enhancing urban and regional planning efforts. Evening meetings and collaborative work with county officials are part of the role.

Qualifications

• 4 years of related experience for Bachelor's; 2 years for Master's.
• Knowledge of urban and regional planning principles.
• Ability to present research findings effectively.

Responsibilities

• Handles assignments in the Planning Department concerning local codes and regulations.
• Conducts reviews of various development applications.
• Writes and presents technical reports.

Skills

Planning principles

Regulatory knowledge

Research methodology

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Architecture, or Public Policy

Master’s Degree in Planning, Architecture, or Public Policy

Job description

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Performs moderate difficult professional work handling a variety of assignments in the Planning Department through essential functions such as: interprets and applies applicable state, county and local codes, ordinances and regulations; initiates actions necessary to correct deficiencies or violations of regulations; assists with updates and maintenance of Land Use Plan, land development regulations, and other long-range plans as required; conducts review of various development applications including plats, permits, site plans, variances, text and map amendments; conducts extensive research in specific or general project areas; writes and presents formal and technical reports and correspondences; writes, or assists in writing, a variety of ordinances and regulations relating to development controls; attends substantial number of evening meetings; leads project review team meetings; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision of the Planning Director.
•Thorough knowledge of the philosophies, principles, practices and techniques of planning as they pertain to the design and development of urban and regional areas, planning research, and zoning activities
•Thorough knowledge of the various codes and regulations pertaining to land use planning and zoning
•Thorough knowledge of research methodology and of standard statistical procedures
•Ability to present the results of research effectively in oral, written, and graphic form
•Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, county officials, representatives of other agencies, and the general public
•Bachelor’s Degree from an appropriately accredited institution in Planning, Architecture, Public Policy, or related area of study and four (4) years of work-related experience OR
•Master’s Degree from an appropriately accredited institution in Planning, Architecture, Public Policy, or related area of study and two (2) years of work-related experience
•Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver’s license

This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects; work requires reaching, standing, and walking; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken work levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, night vision, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surrounding and activities; the work is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

The County of Moore is a drug-free workplace andEqual Opportunity employer.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Moore County will employ only those individuals who are U.S. citizens or legal aliens authorized to maintain employment in the United States.

All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to a background check, pre-employment drug test and post offer physical.

Moore County is an E-Verify Participant