City of Yuma, AZ
Senior Planner (Current Planning)
City of Yuma, AZ, Yuma, Arizona, United States, 85365
Summary
***Open until filled with a first review date of September 30, 2024. ***
Are you looking to join a team that values Professionalism, Accountability, Integrity, and Responsiveness? Do you want to be a part of a strong team dedicated to serving our community, building relationships, and creating opportunities? Then this might be the opportunity for you!
We are looking for someone to join Team Yuma as a Senior Planner (Current Planning) working with the City of Yuma Department of Planning & Neighborhood Services Community Planning Division. The ideal candidate will have extensive U.S. city planning experience in case review/current planning.
Under basic supervision, this job classification interprets and implements the Zoning Code, using knowledge of urban planning and growth management theory, public policy, and land use law; performs experienced technical planning, research, data analysis, and report writing duties for the Department of Planning & Neighborhood Services (P&N).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.
Conducts detailed reference research, case reviews, and site visits for current planning projects.
Uses extensive knowledge of urban planning, community development, land use, and permitting rules and regulations to perform experienced technical planning work for complex projects.
Completes plan review checks for site plans, subdivision plats, and inspections; conducts site inspections to verify projects are in compliance with regulations, codes, and P&N standards.
Performs research, compiles data, reviews case files, and writes reports for review by P&N staff and City commissions and committees; prepares and presents assigned planning and zoning cases and issues.
Reviews planning drawings and technical documents, and reviews applications for planning actions to be heard by City Council and commissions.
Assists the public with inquiries and problems in submitting applications for development plans, proposed zoning changes, variances, conditional use permits, text amendments, subdivision plats, and General Plan amendments; explains and interprets P&N programs, zoning codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Facilitates pre-development meetings to review and discuss project proposals; coordinates meetings with staff from other City departments, and public meetings for neighborhood residents.
Assists other City departments with project planning.
Supports the relationship between the City and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; promotes the City goals and priorities, vision, values and the “Yuma Way”, and complies with all City policies and procedures.
Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience Guidelines
Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, or Public Administration; AND three years municipal planning experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge of:
City policies and procedures.
Federal and state regulations, and City codes and ordinances governing planning and development, including special historic district and building safety regulations.
Principles of urban planning, community development, land use, and permitting.
Project planning and management principles.
Research techniques and resources for regional land use trends and regulations.
Personal computers utilizing standard and specialized software, including GIS software applications.
Record keeping and file maintenance principles and procedures.
Customer service methods and techniques.
Skill in:
Researching and analyzing the factors and components affecting community planning projects.
Interpreting and applying building and safety standards, state and Federal regulations, and City land use and zoning regulations, codes and policies.
Presenting and defending planning reports and P&N issues in public meetings.
Checking designs, details, estimates, plans, and specifications of planning projects.
Collecting, organizing, analyzing, and presenting data and information.
Maintaining accurate and interrelated technical records.
Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
A valid Arizona State Driver's License is required. Professional certification through the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a standard office environment. May occasionally be required to bend, reach, stoop, and lift objects.
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***Open until filled with a first review date of September 30, 2024. ***
Are you looking to join a team that values Professionalism, Accountability, Integrity, and Responsiveness? Do you want to be a part of a strong team dedicated to serving our community, building relationships, and creating opportunities? Then this might be the opportunity for you!
We are looking for someone to join Team Yuma as a Senior Planner (Current Planning) working with the City of Yuma Department of Planning & Neighborhood Services Community Planning Division. The ideal candidate will have extensive U.S. city planning experience in case review/current planning.
Under basic supervision, this job classification interprets and implements the Zoning Code, using knowledge of urban planning and growth management theory, public policy, and land use law; performs experienced technical planning, research, data analysis, and report writing duties for the Department of Planning & Neighborhood Services (P&N).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
-
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.
Conducts detailed reference research, case reviews, and site visits for current planning projects.
Uses extensive knowledge of urban planning, community development, land use, and permitting rules and regulations to perform experienced technical planning work for complex projects.
Completes plan review checks for site plans, subdivision plats, and inspections; conducts site inspections to verify projects are in compliance with regulations, codes, and P&N standards.
Performs research, compiles data, reviews case files, and writes reports for review by P&N staff and City commissions and committees; prepares and presents assigned planning and zoning cases and issues.
Reviews planning drawings and technical documents, and reviews applications for planning actions to be heard by City Council and commissions.
Assists the public with inquiries and problems in submitting applications for development plans, proposed zoning changes, variances, conditional use permits, text amendments, subdivision plats, and General Plan amendments; explains and interprets P&N programs, zoning codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Facilitates pre-development meetings to review and discuss project proposals; coordinates meetings with staff from other City departments, and public meetings for neighborhood residents.
Assists other City departments with project planning.
Supports the relationship between the City and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; promotes the City goals and priorities, vision, values and the “Yuma Way”, and complies with all City policies and procedures.
Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience Guidelines
Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, or Public Administration; AND three years municipal planning experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge of:
City policies and procedures.
Federal and state regulations, and City codes and ordinances governing planning and development, including special historic district and building safety regulations.
Principles of urban planning, community development, land use, and permitting.
Project planning and management principles.
Research techniques and resources for regional land use trends and regulations.
Personal computers utilizing standard and specialized software, including GIS software applications.
Record keeping and file maintenance principles and procedures.
Customer service methods and techniques.
Skill in:
Researching and analyzing the factors and components affecting community planning projects.
Interpreting and applying building and safety standards, state and Federal regulations, and City land use and zoning regulations, codes and policies.
Presenting and defending planning reports and P&N issues in public meetings.
Checking designs, details, estimates, plans, and specifications of planning projects.
Collecting, organizing, analyzing, and presenting data and information.
Maintaining accurate and interrelated technical records.
Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
A valid Arizona State Driver's License is required. Professional certification through the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a standard office environment. May occasionally be required to bend, reach, stoop, and lift objects.
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