City of Kent, WA
Principal or Senior Long-Range Planner
City of Kent, WA, Kent, Washington, us, 98089
Come work at a place where you have a direct impact on the quality of life for Kent residents, business owners and visitors alike!
The City of Kent is seeking an experienced and dynamic long-range planner to help build Kent’s future. In this role, the Principal or Senior Long-Range Planner will perform professional duties related to all aspects of City planning with a high degree of independence. You will lead complex planning projects, engage with diverse stakeholders, and leverage your knowledge of Growth Management Act, zoning, and urban design to create plans, policies, and regulations that reflect the needs and aspirations of our community. This is an exciting opportunity to not just develop plans, but to also implement them!
The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively as a team member. Five (5) years of professional level experience in municipal planning and a bachelor's degree in urban planning, public administration or a related field are required for a candidate to be qualified as a Senior Planner, while seven (7) years of professional level experience in municipal long-range planning and either a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in the fields listed above are required in order for a candidate to be placed at the Principal Planner level. If you have the requisite education and experience, thrive in fast-paced environments, and have a proven track record in equitable community planning, we invite you to apply. Consider advancing your career and fostering the growth of a vibrant community through employment with the City of Kent.
There is ONE full-time position that will be filled by this recruitment process, depending on qualifications and experience. This is a benefited, non-represented position that is exempt from overtime.
SALARY:
If placed in the Principal Planner position: $9,175.00- 11,176.00 per month, depending on experience
If placed in the Senior Planner position: $8,305.00-10,118 per month, depending on experience
GENERAL PURPOSE:
Under the direction of the Long-Range Planning Manager, perform senior-level, professional planning and supervisory duties. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, code administration and development; comprehensive and sub-area planning; implementing policy initiatives; staff supervision, analysis of legislation, representing the city, coordinating with external agencies, and special project research and studies related to land use planning and development.
Work is characterized by professional, senior-level planning duties associated with the research, development, implementation, and administration of City codes, ordinances, policies, and procedures in the area of planning, policy development, environmental and land use management. Supervisory duties include assigning, evaluating, training, and reviewing work activities of other professional, paraprofessional, and technical personnel, including consultants.
The incumbent assures compliance with various City ordinances and regulations related to land development; applies research and analytical skills to prepare and present staff reports for public hearings and meetings; informs the public, outside agencies, developers, and others of various City and State land use and development code requirements and policies; coordinates the development and amendment of comprehensive and sub-area plans and technical planning documents; and performs planning and coordination tasks for special projects and programs.
Work is performed under limited supervision. The manager sets the overall objectives and resources available. The incumbent and manager work together to develop the deadlines, projects, and work to be completed. The incumbent is responsible for the work, plans and carries out the assignment, resolves most conflicts that arise, and interprets policies on own initiative in terms of established objectives. The incumbent keeps the manager informed of progress, potentially controversial matters, or far-reaching implications. Work is reviewed in terms of feasibility, compatibility with other work, or effectiveness of results.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct research to prepare and present concise reports, conclusions, and recommendations on long-range planning issues.
Apply knowledge of economic and social factors that influence decisions and practices around development, construction, design, and use of land.
Under the direction of the Long Planning Manager, effectively develop, interpret, administer, and amend the Zoning Code, Subdivision Code, Shoreline Master Program, Comprehensive Plan, sub-area plans, technical planning documents, and other land use regulations, policies, and procedures.
Develop and implement equitable community engagement efforts to gather input on projects, especially from community members not historically involved in government processes.
Provide excellent customer services through clear and effective communications.
Serve as lead planner and provide technical advice and assistance related to long-range planning principles and practices to other internal City departments and external agencies as necessary.
Work with GIS and data technical experts to define and draw areas for GIS map layers, choose symbology and colors, and develop, execute and maintain associated databases.
Prepare, review and process non-project SEPA land use permit applications.
Clearly and effectively communicate with customers, the community, interested parties, external agencies, and the Land Use and Planning Board.
Provide effective written, graphic, electronic, and oral communication with diverse audiences.
Direct the activities and monitor the completion of work tasks of consultants who are contracted to perform specified Planning activities of the department.
Effectively write, oversee, and coordinate grants, including budget and deliverables.
Organize, attend, and conduct effective interdepartmental and public meetings.
Effectively and tactfully represent the City in various regional and intergovernmental capacities.
Prepare a variety of planning graphics for reports, plans, and public presentations.
Prepare timely and accurate informational materials on long-range planning issues and public hearings.
Maintain long-range planning documents, updating content and projects for public access.
Review and provide technical comments on behalf of the City on state legislation and planning policies.
Assist the Long-Range Planning Manager in establishing the scope and schedule for major Planning projects.
Actively support the vision, mission, values, and goals of the department and the City.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Supervisory principles and practices
Municipal government policies, procedures, structure, operations, and objectives
Applicable local, state, and federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances
Trends, and developments in the planning field
Principles and practices of planning and zoning
Research methodology for planning data collection and analysis
Planning information sources including demographic and economic data
General theories, principles, and practices of site planning and design review
Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment including personal computers and related software
Technical aspects of policy development, growth management requirements, project management, and land use law
Grant writing and funding sources
SKILLED IN:
Using research and analytical methods to define and resolve issues
Research techniques and technical writing
Project management
Interpreting and making decisions based on ordinances and regulations
Thinking conceptually; observing and evaluating trends
Interpersonal skills, including patience and courtesy
Effective organization and expression of ideas through communication
Recordkeeping and preparing reports
Preparing and delivering oral and multimedia presentations
ABILITY TO:
Train, supervise, and provide work direction to internal staff and consultants
Compile, organize, analyze, evaluate, and effectively utilize technical and statistical data
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing on sensitive issues
Read, interpret, apply, and explain codes, rules, regulations, and technical policies
Work effectively in a rapid-paced work environment on several projects concurrently
Work confidentially with discretion
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
Work independently and make decisions within broad guidelines
Effectively direct the work of others in a team environment
Effectively speak and present information before groups
Perform mathematical computations relevant to technical aspects of work
Define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Navigate difficult situations with emotional intelligence
Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills
SKILLS FOR THE POSITION MAY BE GAINED THROUGH EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, RELEVANT JOB EXPERIENCE or a COMBINATION, SUCH AS:
Education: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Planning, Public Administration, or a related field;
Experience: Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in the planning field including at least three (3) years of experience in Long Range Planning;
Or: In place of the above requirements, incumbent may possess any combination of relevant education and experience.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Successful completion of AICP certification desired
Valid Washington State Driver's License, or the ability to obtain within thirty (30) days of employment
Must successfully pass the City's pre-employment driver's records check
Lead or supervisory experience is preferred
Experience with Geographic Information System (GIS), excel, and other data analysis
Multilingual skills in one of Kent’s most spoken languages is desired
MACHINES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Typical business office machinery and equipment including personal computer and software, GIS, graphic design programs, and presentation tools.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk; and hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed primarily in an indoor environment, subject to driving from site to site to visit development sites, perform inspections, and understand areas of varying intensities of land use in the city. Work includes some night and weekend meetings. The incumbent may also be exposed to individuals who are irate or hostile.
The City of Kent is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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The City of Kent is seeking an experienced and dynamic long-range planner to help build Kent’s future. In this role, the Principal or Senior Long-Range Planner will perform professional duties related to all aspects of City planning with a high degree of independence. You will lead complex planning projects, engage with diverse stakeholders, and leverage your knowledge of Growth Management Act, zoning, and urban design to create plans, policies, and regulations that reflect the needs and aspirations of our community. This is an exciting opportunity to not just develop plans, but to also implement them!
The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively as a team member. Five (5) years of professional level experience in municipal planning and a bachelor's degree in urban planning, public administration or a related field are required for a candidate to be qualified as a Senior Planner, while seven (7) years of professional level experience in municipal long-range planning and either a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in the fields listed above are required in order for a candidate to be placed at the Principal Planner level. If you have the requisite education and experience, thrive in fast-paced environments, and have a proven track record in equitable community planning, we invite you to apply. Consider advancing your career and fostering the growth of a vibrant community through employment with the City of Kent.
There is ONE full-time position that will be filled by this recruitment process, depending on qualifications and experience. This is a benefited, non-represented position that is exempt from overtime.
SALARY:
If placed in the Principal Planner position: $9,175.00- 11,176.00 per month, depending on experience
If placed in the Senior Planner position: $8,305.00-10,118 per month, depending on experience
GENERAL PURPOSE:
Under the direction of the Long-Range Planning Manager, perform senior-level, professional planning and supervisory duties. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, code administration and development; comprehensive and sub-area planning; implementing policy initiatives; staff supervision, analysis of legislation, representing the city, coordinating with external agencies, and special project research and studies related to land use planning and development.
Work is characterized by professional, senior-level planning duties associated with the research, development, implementation, and administration of City codes, ordinances, policies, and procedures in the area of planning, policy development, environmental and land use management. Supervisory duties include assigning, evaluating, training, and reviewing work activities of other professional, paraprofessional, and technical personnel, including consultants.
The incumbent assures compliance with various City ordinances and regulations related to land development; applies research and analytical skills to prepare and present staff reports for public hearings and meetings; informs the public, outside agencies, developers, and others of various City and State land use and development code requirements and policies; coordinates the development and amendment of comprehensive and sub-area plans and technical planning documents; and performs planning and coordination tasks for special projects and programs.
Work is performed under limited supervision. The manager sets the overall objectives and resources available. The incumbent and manager work together to develop the deadlines, projects, and work to be completed. The incumbent is responsible for the work, plans and carries out the assignment, resolves most conflicts that arise, and interprets policies on own initiative in terms of established objectives. The incumbent keeps the manager informed of progress, potentially controversial matters, or far-reaching implications. Work is reviewed in terms of feasibility, compatibility with other work, or effectiveness of results.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct research to prepare and present concise reports, conclusions, and recommendations on long-range planning issues.
Apply knowledge of economic and social factors that influence decisions and practices around development, construction, design, and use of land.
Under the direction of the Long Planning Manager, effectively develop, interpret, administer, and amend the Zoning Code, Subdivision Code, Shoreline Master Program, Comprehensive Plan, sub-area plans, technical planning documents, and other land use regulations, policies, and procedures.
Develop and implement equitable community engagement efforts to gather input on projects, especially from community members not historically involved in government processes.
Provide excellent customer services through clear and effective communications.
Serve as lead planner and provide technical advice and assistance related to long-range planning principles and practices to other internal City departments and external agencies as necessary.
Work with GIS and data technical experts to define and draw areas for GIS map layers, choose symbology and colors, and develop, execute and maintain associated databases.
Prepare, review and process non-project SEPA land use permit applications.
Clearly and effectively communicate with customers, the community, interested parties, external agencies, and the Land Use and Planning Board.
Provide effective written, graphic, electronic, and oral communication with diverse audiences.
Direct the activities and monitor the completion of work tasks of consultants who are contracted to perform specified Planning activities of the department.
Effectively write, oversee, and coordinate grants, including budget and deliverables.
Organize, attend, and conduct effective interdepartmental and public meetings.
Effectively and tactfully represent the City in various regional and intergovernmental capacities.
Prepare a variety of planning graphics for reports, plans, and public presentations.
Prepare timely and accurate informational materials on long-range planning issues and public hearings.
Maintain long-range planning documents, updating content and projects for public access.
Review and provide technical comments on behalf of the City on state legislation and planning policies.
Assist the Long-Range Planning Manager in establishing the scope and schedule for major Planning projects.
Actively support the vision, mission, values, and goals of the department and the City.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Supervisory principles and practices
Municipal government policies, procedures, structure, operations, and objectives
Applicable local, state, and federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances
Trends, and developments in the planning field
Principles and practices of planning and zoning
Research methodology for planning data collection and analysis
Planning information sources including demographic and economic data
General theories, principles, and practices of site planning and design review
Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment including personal computers and related software
Technical aspects of policy development, growth management requirements, project management, and land use law
Grant writing and funding sources
SKILLED IN:
Using research and analytical methods to define and resolve issues
Research techniques and technical writing
Project management
Interpreting and making decisions based on ordinances and regulations
Thinking conceptually; observing and evaluating trends
Interpersonal skills, including patience and courtesy
Effective organization and expression of ideas through communication
Recordkeeping and preparing reports
Preparing and delivering oral and multimedia presentations
ABILITY TO:
Train, supervise, and provide work direction to internal staff and consultants
Compile, organize, analyze, evaluate, and effectively utilize technical and statistical data
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing on sensitive issues
Read, interpret, apply, and explain codes, rules, regulations, and technical policies
Work effectively in a rapid-paced work environment on several projects concurrently
Work confidentially with discretion
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
Work independently and make decisions within broad guidelines
Effectively direct the work of others in a team environment
Effectively speak and present information before groups
Perform mathematical computations relevant to technical aspects of work
Define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Navigate difficult situations with emotional intelligence
Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills
SKILLS FOR THE POSITION MAY BE GAINED THROUGH EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, RELEVANT JOB EXPERIENCE or a COMBINATION, SUCH AS:
Education: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Planning, Public Administration, or a related field;
Experience: Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in the planning field including at least three (3) years of experience in Long Range Planning;
Or: In place of the above requirements, incumbent may possess any combination of relevant education and experience.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Successful completion of AICP certification desired
Valid Washington State Driver's License, or the ability to obtain within thirty (30) days of employment
Must successfully pass the City's pre-employment driver's records check
Lead or supervisory experience is preferred
Experience with Geographic Information System (GIS), excel, and other data analysis
Multilingual skills in one of Kent’s most spoken languages is desired
MACHINES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Typical business office machinery and equipment including personal computer and software, GIS, graphic design programs, and presentation tools.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk; and hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed primarily in an indoor environment, subject to driving from site to site to visit development sites, perform inspections, and understand areas of varying intensities of land use in the city. Work includes some night and weekend meetings. The incumbent may also be exposed to individuals who are irate or hostile.
The City of Kent is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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