Public-Facing City Planner: Shape Growth & Policy

Minnesota City Jobs; Columbus (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Columbus is seeking a motivated and community-focused City Planner to join its Administration Department. This public-facing role interprets and applies the City’s land use ordinances, Comprehensive Plan, and applicable state, county, and local regulations.

The planner reviews development and land use applications, including plats, site plans, rezonings, variances, and permits; coordinates review with applicants, property owners, consultants, and regulatory bodies; and prepares

Qualifications

• Interpreting and applying land use ordinances and the Comprehensive Plan.
• Coordinating review with applicants, property owners, consultants, and regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

• Review development applications including plats, site plans, rezonings, variances, and permits.
• Prepare reports, findings, and recommendations for Planning Commission, Park Board, and City Council.
• Respond to public inquiries and prepare maps and public notices; staff meetings, including evenings.

Job description

The City of Columbus is seeking a motivated and community-focused City Planner to join its Administration Department. This public-facing role interprets and applies the City’s land use ordinances, Comprehensive Plan, and applicable state, county, and local regulations.

The planner reviews development and land use applications, including plats, site plans, rezonings, variances, and permits; coordinates review with applicants, property owners, consultants, and regulatory bodies; and prepares