To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
PLANNER Department: Planning Pay Grade: 113FLSA Status: Exempt Personnel Status: Regular Full-Time JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for performing professional planning duties in support of the development policies, practices, and regulations of the City of Auburn. This position reports to the Planning Director.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS - Interprets and applies the City’s zoning ordinance, including landscaping and signage regulations, subdivision regulations, historic design guidelines, City Code, the comprehensive plan, annexation policy, and addressing policy.
- Performs development review.
- Performs both current and long-range planning activities.
- Produces technical and illustrative content and assists in the management of contracted projects, including digital content utilizing multiple technologies, including GIS.
- Performs other related job duties as assigned.
AGENCY-WIDE COMPETENCIES Professional Excellence Sense of responsibility and commitment; ability to meet expectations; quality of work output; willingness to admit and correct mistakes.
Communication Ability to express oneself clearly, credibly, and respectfully in an appropriate tone; quality of judgment exercised in what information should be communicated; ability to adjust to different communication styles.
Teamwork Commitment to team activities; placing value of team success over personal recognition; altruism; impact on team success; willingness to fulfill a variety of roles.
Engagement Initiative exercised in solving problems; willingness to take on new responsibilities; acting on opportunities and presenting ideas; modeling a positive attitude and resilience; volunteering for group work; praising work of the City and coworkers; demonstrating pride in public service.
Public Service Views citizens as a priority; demonstrates ethical, trustworthy behavior, stands as an example of servant leadership; maintains trust of the Auburn citizens.
QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Planning or related field; three (3) to five (5) years’ experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Qualifications: - Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Knowledge of the City of Auburn Zoning Ordinance.
- Knowledge of City of Auburn subdivision regulations.
- Knowledge of general planning theory and practice.
- Knowledge of the Alabama State Code as related to municipal governments.
- Knowledge of platting, surveying, and cartography principles.
- Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
- Knowledge of City of Auburn policies, procedures, and rules.
- Knowledge of local government operations, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
- Skill in the utilization of GIS technologies in problem-solving.
- Skill in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Excel and Access.
- Skill in design software, including Adobe Acrobat and Google Sketch-Up.
- Skill in the manipulation of GIS data.
- Skill in using computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
- Skill in the use of small office equipment, including calculators, copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
- Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to interpret various codes and ordinances.
- Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
- Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
- Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
- Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
- Ability to work independently, work well with others, and manage time effectively.
- Ability to work with deadlines, track multiple tasks/projects, and complete work on time.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is sedentary work, which requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Work is typically performed while sitting, standing, stooping, or walking. The employee uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, utilizes the sense of smell, and distinguishes between shades of color.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work is typically performed in an office, occasionally in outdoor environments, infrequently in cold or inclement weather.
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Closing Date/Time: Continuous
