Principal Planner (not an arborist)

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Acts as the zoning application coordinator by overseeing the zoning application process including pre-submittal meetings, application intake, staff report delegation and review, and facilitating Planning Commission meetings. Manages Senior Planner and assists in daily management of the Planning and Zoning Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES (employee may not perform all duties):

Acts as the zoning application coordinator by overseeing the zoning application process including pre-submittal meetings, application intake, staff report delegation and review, and facilitating Planning Commission meetings.

Oversees and assists with preparation of zoning maps, legal ads, staff reports, and notifications of the public and applicants.

Conducts pre-application meetings and works with applicants to submit complete and accurate variance, conditional use, special use and rezoning applications.

Supervises staff in interpretation of regulations related to zoning, annexation and other land-use issues.

Provides zoning interpretation and research to Planning Commission, Board of Commissioners, and Administration in absence of Director.

Researches and evaluates zoning and annexation cases to provide staff recommendations for Boards’ decisions.

Provides information to the public about compliance with zoning requirements and assists the public in researching zoning and annexation cases.

Develops code amendments as needed.

Plans, assigns, reviews and approves work. Develops standard operating procedures and departmental policies. Trains staff.

Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Blueprint machine Personal Computer

Copy machine Video camera

Video cassette recorder Television

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education and Experience:

Master's degree in City Planning, Regional Planning or related field and three years relevant experience or Bachelor’s Degree in City Planning, Regional Planning or related field and seven years relevant experience.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the minimum level of qualifications stated above.

At least four (4) years of progressive managing and supervisory experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid Class I Driver's license and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

American Institute of Certified Planners certification is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of comprehensive planning principles, including forecasting and project feasibility analysis.

Knowledge of cartography, cadastral mapping, and surveying fundamentals.

Knowledge of site planning and urban design principles and practices.

Knowledge of Georgia land use laws and local regula tions.

Ability to use computer in research and analysis for record management and statistical reporting.

Ability to deal courteously and diplomatically with the general public.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to read zoning maps and legal descriptions.

Ability to prepare and present a variety of concise reports for oral and written presentation.

ADA Minimum Requirements:

Physical Ability: Essential functions of this position continuously require the ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing); operate a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Incumbents must continuously be able to think analytically; handle stress and emotion, concentrate on tasks, remember names and other details; examine and observe details; make decisions, and adjust to change. Incumbents must also continuously direct others; meet deadlines; stay organized; use math/calculations and use a keyboard/type.

Essential Functions frequently require the ability to move about inside the office; and move/transport items up to 10lbs.

Essential functions occasionally require the ability to bend body downward and forward by bending spine and legs, and twisting at the waist, hips or knees; reach overhead; push or pull; and repetitively use hands/arms/legs. Incumbents in this position are occasionally required to be on-call and work irregular hours.

Sensory Requirements: Essential functions regularly require the ability to use effective verbal and written communication; and use of hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation to use equipment.

Environmental Factors: Essential functions of this position continuously require the ability to either work with others or work alone.

This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major respon sibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specifica tion.

Full-time