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CITY OF ELLENSBURG
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
PLANNER I
REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
MISSION:
To perform professional land use planning to produce a variety of land use policies, plans and ordinances; to assist in the administration and enforcement of the policies, plans and ordinances, land use, zoning, and subdivision applications.
SUMMARY:
Assemble and analyze land use data and maps. Work with city boards, commissions and staff to develop land use policy. Develop specific land use plans and ordinances. Coordinate public review process which precedes the final adoption of those plans and ordinances. Assist in administration of adopted plans and ordinances. Perform staff review and report on activity associated with permit applications. Coordinate staff and city review with permit applicants and conduct site and plan reviews.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
All of the following are to be performed while adhering to City of Ellensburg operational policies, safety rules, and procedures.
Provide Staff Support to City Boards, Commissions, etc.:
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Determine needs of boards and commissions--timing of meeting, availability
of members, material, etc.
Coordinate and ensure fulfillment of needs of boards and commissions either personally or with assistance of department secretary
Represent staff at public meetings and hearings on development permit applications
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Present information
Facilitate meeting
Answer questions as needed
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Obtain and review materials
Perform professional analysis of data
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Review materials
Analyze information
Create draft reports, documents, plans, ordinances and recommendations for action
Review drafts and create final documents, reports, etc
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Draft written communications
Initiate or respond to telephone calls
Coordinate department activities with other departements as needed
Attend appropriate committee meetings and represent staff in permit discussion and decisions
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Respond to front counter inquiries
Respond to telephone inquiries
Respond to requests for information from applicants and general public
This is a representative sample--not to imply a complete listing of responsibilities and tasks.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university in Planning, Geography, or related field; and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
(A) Thorough knowledge of zoning laws and comprehensive plans including their formation, process of adoption, and enforcement; Extensive knowledge of planning programs and processes; Working knowledge of Personal Computers and GIS applications;
(B) Skill in the area of drafting and designing; Skill in the operation of the listed tools and equipment.
(C) Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with architects, contractors, developers, owners, supervisors, employees, and the general public; Ability to establish effective working relationships.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Valid State Driver's License, or ability to obtain one.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Personal computer, including word processing; motor vehicle; calculator; phone; copy and fax machine; various graphic design tools.
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 and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
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 occasionally works in outside weather conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
The key relationships described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will provide information to other departments, various planning commissions, the City Council, the public, and other agencies. Information will be provided in writing, by telephone, and/or in person.
The employee will collect information from other departments and other agencies in writing, by telephone, and/or in person.
The employee will coordinate projects and activities with various commissions in writing and/or in person.
The employee will solve problems with various commissions and the public in writing, by telephone, and/or in person.
The employee will negotiate solutions within policy guidelines and negotiate
solutions involving policy changes with other departments, various commissions,
the public, and other agencies in writing, by telephone, and/or in person.
Department Head (date) Supervisor (date) Employee (date)
NOTICE: The above job profile does not include all essential and nonessential duties of this job. All employees with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Personnel Department to review and discuss the essential and nonessential functions of the job. An employee with a disability can evaluate the job in greater detail to determine if she/he can safely perform the essential function of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.
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