Urban Planner & Zoning Expert

Brentwood; Brentwood, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Brentwood is seeking a professional urban planner to perform planning duties, advise the Director, and assist in land use and development planning. You will coordinate with the Planning and Zoning Commission, review zoning codes, and prepare reports on planning issues for policy making bodies.

The role requires knowledge of zoning, urban design, and economic development, with strong communication and data analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree as listed in field of study.
• Two (2) years progressive municipal planning experience.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be available nights and weekends for scheduled/emergency work.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• AICP preferred or pursuit within timeframe.
• Master’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize Planning and Zoning Commission meetings and consult with developers on projects and Code Changes.
• Administer the Zoning and Sign Ordinances, answering inquiries and coordinating with the public and development community.
• Assist in development, maintenance, and implementation of the City’s Comprehensive Plan and annual review with the Planning and Zoning Commission.
• Assist in administration of the Zoning Code; review applications for compliance and compile reports for Planning and Zoning use and review.
• Respond to planning and land use questions; communicate effectively with the public.
• Perform research, data collection, analysis, reports, studies and recommendations to amend codes.
• Serve as staff liaison to Planning and Zoning Commission, Architectural Review Board, and Board of Adjustment.

Skills

Zoning laws

Urban design

Economic development

Oral & written communication

Ordinances interpretation

Reporting

GIS

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Public Policy or related field

Tools

GIS software

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The City of Brentwood is seeking a professional urban planner to perform planning duties, advise the Director, and assist in land use and development planning. You will coordinate with the Planning and Zoning Commission, review zoning codes, and prepare reports on planning issues for policy making bodies.

The role requires knowledge of zoning, urban design, and economic development, with strong communication and data analysis skills.