Planning & Zoning Analyst I

City-of-Kinsto; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Kinston is seeking a planning professional to support land use, zoning, permitting, and development initiatives. Responsibilities include reviewing proposals for compliance, preparing GIS-based maps, and assisting the public with guidance and information throughout the development review process.

The role requires knowledge of zoning and floodplain requirements, strong data interpretation, and collaboration with city officials and the public.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in urban planning, geography, public administration or related field.
• Experience in local government planning, development review, or permitting processes.
• Ability to communicate technical regulations effectively and interpret ordinances.
• Knowledge of GIS, regulations, and planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Review development proposals for compliance with land use and zoning ordinances.
• Prepare maps and materials for meetings using GIS.
• Assist the public, developers, and contractors with information and guidance in the development review process.
• Maintain department files and support policy analysis and community outreach.

Skills

GIS

Zoning

Public outreach

Data analysis

Documentation

Communication

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in urban planning, geography, public administration or related field

Tools

GIS software

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

City of Kinston is seeking a planning professional to support land use, zoning, permitting, and development initiatives. Responsibilities include reviewing proposals for compliance, preparing GIS-based maps, and assisting the public with guidance and information throughout the development review process.

The role requires knowledge of zoning and floodplain requirements, strong data interpretation, and collaboration with city officials and the public.