Municipal Planner

PRIMARY DUTIES Serve as client representative and attend evening meetings. Draft development review letters pertaining to various municipal development applications. Prepare, amend, and update municipal comprehensive plans, master plans, and reexamination reports. Review, evaluate, and recommend zoning amendments and rezoning proposals. Prepare, amend, and update Housing Element and Fair Share Plans. Prepare redevelopment investigations and plans. Draft a variety of ordinances and regulations relating to development controls. Perform various research tasks as may be requested by municipal clients. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Well-developed knowledge of planning principles and practices. Working knowledge of the New Jersey Municipal Land Use Law; knowledge of Pennsylvania Municipal Planning Code a plus. Understanding of the NJ regulations including MLUL, LRHL, COAH. Knowledge of economic development, transportation planning, or environmental planning a plus. Strong writing, communication, and copy editing skills. Knowledge of computer software programs, including Microsoft Word and Excel; knowing ArcPRO, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Cloud a plus. Ability to critically analyze ordinances and codes and draft revisions. Ability to identify community problems, issues, and opportunities. Group facilitation and public engagement skills. Ability to multitask and deliver multiple projects on time and within budget. Comfort level with presenting to various stakeholder groups. Ability to complete tasks independently. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as Urban and Regional Planning, Environmental, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Public Relations, or a related field. Professional Planner is preferred or applicants’ pursuit of a PP is in process. 5+ years of experience; equivalent education and experience may be considered. COMPETENCIES Accountability Collaboration Conflict Management Delegation Problem Solving & Innovation WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Work is generally performed in an office or administrative setting but may include periodic field work. Field activities can involve exposure to varying weather conditions and typical outdoor hazards. The role requires minimal to moderate physical activity, such as occasional standing, walking, or lifting items up to 20 pounds, while most tasks remain focused on work at a keyboard, workstation, or desk. Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. #J-18808-Ljbffr