Planner 1

Job Title

Planner 1

Job Description

General Description:

Under general supervision of the Planning and Zoning Administrator. The Planner 1 provides numerous and varied services to assist residents, contractors, developers and others as necessary. Reviews permit applications, writes Planning and Zoning Board staff reports, and assists with the administration, interpretation and enforcement of Planning and Zoning Code for the City of Reynoldsburg.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions of Work

• Reviews proposed development plans and applications, assisting customers in the application process.
• Performs basic research in preparing draft sections and reports of planning and zoning documents with editing and content assistance from the Planning and Zoning Administrator and the Development Director.
• Present cases to Planning and Zoning Board in absence of Planning and Zoning Administrator or cases in which the Planning and Zoning Administrator feels are appropriate for the Planner 1 to manage.
• Attends meeting with zoning applicants and answers customer inquiries.
• Coordinates with other City Departments and other City contracted Engineering staff.
• Provides zoning code expertise, interpretation and regulatory guidance related to applications and permits to internal and external customers.
• Researches, interprets, and disseminates information about the City's Zoning and Land Use Plan requirements with respect to new and ongoing development projects.
• Responds to local citizens, contractors, developers, and other public officials inquiring about city planning and zoning regulations and ordinances.
• Assists with land use planning, leisure trail planning and other projects relating to community growth and development.
• Responds to telephone calls and visitors; responds to inquiries and complaints or directs non-routine matters to the appropriate authority for disposition.
• Performs planning and zoning duties as needed, including attending Planning and Zoning Board meetings, creating and reviewing planning proposals; reviewing Planning and Zoning Board applications and determining compliance with Zoning Code and Land Use Plan; determining what type of applications are required for projects; providing recommendations on behalf of the city administrations on Planning and Zoning Board applications.
• Reviews plans and proposals submitted for compliance with City Codes, applicable municipal regulations
• Assists with departmental records retention schedule; assists with records request.
• Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Completion of Bachelor's degree from an accredited University or College in Planning, Urban Design, Architecture or a related field.

Experience

• One (1) year experience in a planning or related function which may, in part, include an internship while completing undergraduate and/or graduate studies.
• Master's degree in Planning, Urban Design, Architecture or a related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

Licensure or Certification Requirements

• Current and valid Ohio Driver's license. Must maintain the ability to remain covered under the City of Reynoldsburg insurance coverage.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Zoning and subdivision regulations
• Economic, and development or transportation planning regulations
• Business/public administration, architecture, or civil engineering; technical writing
• City of Reynoldsburg ordinances
• G.I.S. (i.e., Geographic Information Systems) software preferred
• Knowledge of local geographical area*

Skill in:

• Computer operation and use of modern office equipment
• Motor vehicle operation

Ability to:

• Analyze and interpret zoning data statistics
• Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, or regulations to specific situations
• Prepare and deliver presentations on technical material to specialized audiences and general public
• Prepare technical reports
• Answer inquiries from citizens and City officials
• Communicate effectively

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in a normal office environment with little exposure to outdoor temperatures or dirt and dust
• The incumbent's working conditions are typically moderately quiet
• Required to attend Planning and Zoning Board Meetings
• May be required to attend City Council meetings or other meetings in the evening

CLASS TITLES OF POSITIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED:

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