Planner Associate - Zoning

About We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the employee benefit enhancements: Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Language Incentive Referral Bonus Tuition Assistance Program Description The Department of Planning & Development Review is currently seeking a Planner Associate who will be responsible for reviewing building and zoning permits, inspecting property within the City limits for proper adherence to zoning regulations and the issuing of notices and summonses of violations. This is an entry‑level position that will provide reviews of building permits. Duties Examining site plans to verify zoning requirements Conducting field inspections of properties, at times during non‑business hours Searching court records and other documents Researching permits for compliance with zoning ordinances Testifying in court of cases in violation Attending and presenting at meetings and hearings, at times during non‑business hours Providing technical information and interpretations of ordinances to the general public Entering data into computer Research and preparation of code amendments Performing other related duties as assigned Qualifications Basic knowledge and application of planning and zoning, site plans, commercial and residential building plans, real estate, and development regulations Basic understanding of engineering principals, land use and zoning law, landscape architecture, architecture, and construction methods Basic knowledge of zoning, subdivision and site development ordinances Knowledge of re‑zoning and special use permit processes General knowledge of Plan of Development and Subdivision review processes Skills in providing excellent customer service, including dealing with difficult customers Being a clear and effective facilitator, including public speaking skills and defending recommendations/positions Negotiating and balancing the needs of citizens with economic demands, health and human service needs, goals of private corporations, and land use regulations; and, conducting research Ability to analyze information; pay attention to detail Communicate planning and local government policy issues to a range of audiences Minimum Training and Experience Bachelor’s degree in city/urban planning, civil or environmental engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, real estate, law, or a related field Three years of experience or an equivalent amount of graduate level training. An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification Preferred Qualifications Customer service (Face‑to‑Face, via E‑mail and over the telephone) Analytical thought processes Good writing skills Bi‑lingual helpful. Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Licensing, Certifications, and/or Other Special Requirements None required Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Jessica McKenzie, HR Division Chief by email at View email address on click.appcast.io. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The City of Richmond Values Veterans. We are an official V3 Certified Company. The City of Richmond is a proud partner with the US Army Partnership for Your Success PaYS Program. #J-18808-Ljbffr