Zoning & Land Use Planner II — Drive Growth & Policy

Fairbanks North Star Borough; Highland Park (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fairbanks North Star Borough seeks a Planning Analyst to interpret zoning, flood plain and subdivision codes, advise the public, and prepare staff recommendations.

You will perform field inspections, review land use requests, prepare presentations for Planning Commission and Borough Assembly, and maintain planning databases. Strong writing and GIS skills are essential; a driving license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or graduate degree) in planning or related field with professional experience.
• Ability to prepare accurate reports and present data effectively, orally and in writing.
• Proficient with MS Word/Excel; GIS software experience preferred; driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide public interpretations of zoning, land use, flood zone, and related codes; advise on applicable laws.
• Perform field inspections and technical review of land use development requests and variances.
• Gather data, prepare staff reports, and present recommendations at planning meetings.
• Interpret ordinances and prepare position papers; review platting and permit compliance.
• Maintain planning databases and assist with permit-tracking systems.
• Assist with special studies and collaborate with other agencies on planning projects.

Skills

Land use planning knowledge

Report writing and presentation

Public interaction / tactful comms

GIS data analysis

Driving license

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning or closely related field

Graduate degree in planning or closely-related field

Five years progressively responsible experience in land use planning

Tools

MS Word & Excel

GIS software (ESRI ArcGIS/ArcView)

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

The Fairbanks North Star Borough seeks a Planning Analyst to interpret zoning, flood plain and subdivision codes, advise the public, and prepare staff recommendations.

You will perform field inspections, review land use requests, prepare presentations for Planning Commission and Borough Assembly, and maintain planning databases. Strong writing and GIS skills are essential; a driving license is required.