Planner

Job Title

Provides a variety of public assistance in responding to inquiries and answering questions related to planning and land use issues, applications, and permits. Performs a variety of technical and professional planning, zoning, and land use activities. Assists in preparing and presenting staff reports for City boards and commissions involved in planning and land use issues. Interprets and applies Municipal planning ordinances.

Education & Experience/Licensing & Training

Education & Experience: Graduation from high school or GED required. Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or a related field from an accredited college; OR Minimum three (3) years working in a municipal setting in Planning divisions; OR any combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. *Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or previous experience as a Planner preferred. Licensing & Training: Valid State Driver's License National Incident Management System (NIMS) training based on assignment *Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation

Essential Functions/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential Functions: Serves as the liaison between the Planning and Zoning Division and the public and provides technical support for a variety of City land use entities. Assists the public with questions regarding proper procedures, forms, permits, plans, and fees associated with permits, subdivisions, and zoning regulations. Interprets and applies general plan policies, zoning ordinances, and Municipal Code requirements to a variety of land use issues. Reviews industrial, commercial, residential and sign permits for zoning and ordinance compliance. Conducts a variety of research and data collection for land use development, zoning history, and compliance with City land use ordinances and policies. Gathers and organizes a variety of information, preparing staff reports for City boards and commissions concerned with planning and land use issues. Develops and makes written and oral presentations of findings and recommendations. Processes site plan approvals, subdivision proposals, conditional use permits, variance requests, and permits. On occasion, evening or weekend hours may be required for attendance at Board & Commission meetings or special City-related functions. Represents the City of Bullhead City in both action and words, demonstrating strong ethics, both professionally and personally, in order to maintain the highest standard of integrity. Provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers. Performs other duties as required or as necessary in case of an emergency. Performs related work as required or directed. Knowledge Of: Applicable Federal, State and local codes and regulations The principles, practices and ethics of municipal planning Methods of community involvement and the public hearing process. GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Skill In: Evaluating the feasibility of plans in relation to economic, social and environmental costs and trends Analyzing and systematically compiling technical and statistical information and preparing technical reports Ability To: Communicate orally in person and using the telephone Instruct others Draw or letter charts, schedules, graphs, maps or similar objects Comprehend and make inferences from written material Operate a variety of office equipment Learn job-related material both on the job and in a classroom setting Produce written documents with clearly organized thoughts using proper sentence construction, punctuation, and grammar Enter data or information into a computer Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other city departments, the business community, and other government agencies Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Physical Demands: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific hearing abilities include the ability to hear sirens and whistles, and hold conversation with others by telephone, in person, and over radio equipment. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.

Benefits

Medical/Rx (EPO or HDHP) Dental/Vision Wellness Program Flexible Spending/Health Savings Account Group Life Insurance Optional Additional Life Insurance Optional Additional Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance 12 Paid Holidays Annually Paid Vacation (Accrual rate is dependent upon full time years of service) Paid Personal Leave (96 Hours/Year) Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Retirement Plan - 401A Defined Contribution Plan *Sworn Police Officers participate in the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS). Contribution rates are determined by State Legislature Optional Deferred Compensation Tuition Reimbursement Service Awards