City of Morgantown
Overview
Position : Planner Department : Development Services Employment Status : Permanent - Full Time - Exempt Schedule : Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This position may be on call outside of core business hours. Compensation : Grade 11; Salary starting at $60,409.50 Summary : Under the direction of the Development Services Director, this position performs complex administrative and managerial work in assisting the Development Services Director with planning, direction, control and evaluation of City operations and programs. The City Planner attends and staffs civic and public meetings to explain aspects of the City’s Planning and Zoning Code and the City of Morgantown Comprehensive Plan. The position reports directly to the Development Services Director and has interaction with the City Manager’s Office, the Morgantown Planning Commission, City Council members, and the public. The City Planner supervises the City’s Zoning Administrator and provides guidance on zoning matters, building permits, and staff/technical assistance to the Board of Zoning Appeals when necessary. The City Planner may serve as chief planner in the Director of Development Services’ absence and supports development and execution of city policies, long- and short-term goals, objectives, and strategic plans under local and state planning regulations. The City Planner directs and executes special projects and provides professional management of assigned projects, programs, and functions under the Director’s direction. Essential Duties - Knowledge - Skills - Abilities
Interpret and apply applicable City development ordinances and regulations and provide written determinations. Review development applications including site plans, minor/major subdivisions, zoning map and text amendments, and planned unit developments. Provide staff and technical assistance to the Morgantown Planning Commission. Assist the Zoning Administrator review and process building permits and zoning-related applications (variances, conditional use permits, temporary use permits, signage permits). Initiate actions necessary to correct Planning and Zoning deficiencies or violations. Assist with updates and maintenance of the Comprehensive Plan and Subdivision and Land Development SALDO regulations. Conduct extensive research in specific or general project areas. Write and/or assist in writing formal and technical reports, working papers, correspondences, ordinances, regulations, and operating procedures. Prepare and present reports to staff, Planning Commission, and City Council; liaison to committees. Assist with short- and long-term planning, assess priorities, schedules, and funding sources to implement community and economic development projects. Collaborate with community agencies on planning, transportation, public facility/infrastructure, and development projects. Review field notes and site conditions. Attend community meetings as necessary. Other duties as assigned. Strong knowledge of professional planning principles, practices, and administration across planning specialties (housing, land use, economic development, etc.). Knowledge of land use laws and regulations at federal, state, and local levels. Knowledge of citizen participation methods and processes. Knowledge of research methods and data collection techniques. Knowledge of technical report preparation and presentation. Knowledge of computer hardware and software including Microsoft Office, ArcGIS, databases, and internet applications. Ability to review development plans and apply codes to determine compliance and to apply regulations to field conditions. Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects and meet deadlines. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and in a team; capacity for group facilitation for community workshops. Ability to interpret research data and apply quantitative/qualitative techniques in reports. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
Physical demands reflect essential functions; reasonable accommodations may be made. Sedentary work: mostly sitting with potential lifting up to a modest weight depending on assignment. Field work: ability to operate a motor vehicle and walk on uneven surfaces; experience with field analysis and data collection. Use of Technology
General office equipment, computers, laptops, phones, printers, scanners, and cameras. Motor vehicle use is frequent. Contact & Supervision
Reports to the Director of Development Services. Provides direct supervision of the Zoning Administrator. Collaborates with the Chief Building Official, Community Development Services Coordinator, Director of Engineering and Public Works, and other staff. The City of Morgantown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Requirements
Minimum Requirements
Education
Bachelor Degree from an accredited university in City and Regional Planning, Public Administration, Geography, Urban Planning, or a closely related field and four years of professional planning experience. Certification/License
Valid Driver\'s License Ability to obtain AICP certification within one year of hire or as soon as reasonably possible per AICP requirements. Experience
Three to five years of professional experience in city/urban planning or related field. Working knowledge of ArcGIS; experience with GIS preferred. Other combinations of experience and education may be substituted. If Master\'s degree: at least two years of professional experience; if Bachelor\'s degree: at least four years. Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in City and Regional Planning, Public Administration, Geography, Urban Planning, or related field. Four to six years of planning experience; supervisory experience. Experience with design and visualization tools (PowerPoint, SketchUp, CAD, GIS, Photoshop, etc.). AICP Certification. Experience in multiple planning practices (zoning evaluation/administration/enforcement, long-range planning, environmental and/or economic development planning, etc.). Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at City of Morgantown. Get notified about new Planner jobs in Morgantown, WV.
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Position : Planner Department : Development Services Employment Status : Permanent - Full Time - Exempt Schedule : Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This position may be on call outside of core business hours. Compensation : Grade 11; Salary starting at $60,409.50 Summary : Under the direction of the Development Services Director, this position performs complex administrative and managerial work in assisting the Development Services Director with planning, direction, control and evaluation of City operations and programs. The City Planner attends and staffs civic and public meetings to explain aspects of the City’s Planning and Zoning Code and the City of Morgantown Comprehensive Plan. The position reports directly to the Development Services Director and has interaction with the City Manager’s Office, the Morgantown Planning Commission, City Council members, and the public. The City Planner supervises the City’s Zoning Administrator and provides guidance on zoning matters, building permits, and staff/technical assistance to the Board of Zoning Appeals when necessary. The City Planner may serve as chief planner in the Director of Development Services’ absence and supports development and execution of city policies, long- and short-term goals, objectives, and strategic plans under local and state planning regulations. The City Planner directs and executes special projects and provides professional management of assigned projects, programs, and functions under the Director’s direction. Essential Duties - Knowledge - Skills - Abilities
Interpret and apply applicable City development ordinances and regulations and provide written determinations. Review development applications including site plans, minor/major subdivisions, zoning map and text amendments, and planned unit developments. Provide staff and technical assistance to the Morgantown Planning Commission. Assist the Zoning Administrator review and process building permits and zoning-related applications (variances, conditional use permits, temporary use permits, signage permits). Initiate actions necessary to correct Planning and Zoning deficiencies or violations. Assist with updates and maintenance of the Comprehensive Plan and Subdivision and Land Development SALDO regulations. Conduct extensive research in specific or general project areas. Write and/or assist in writing formal and technical reports, working papers, correspondences, ordinances, regulations, and operating procedures. Prepare and present reports to staff, Planning Commission, and City Council; liaison to committees. Assist with short- and long-term planning, assess priorities, schedules, and funding sources to implement community and economic development projects. Collaborate with community agencies on planning, transportation, public facility/infrastructure, and development projects. Review field notes and site conditions. Attend community meetings as necessary. Other duties as assigned. Strong knowledge of professional planning principles, practices, and administration across planning specialties (housing, land use, economic development, etc.). Knowledge of land use laws and regulations at federal, state, and local levels. Knowledge of citizen participation methods and processes. Knowledge of research methods and data collection techniques. Knowledge of technical report preparation and presentation. Knowledge of computer hardware and software including Microsoft Office, ArcGIS, databases, and internet applications. Ability to review development plans and apply codes to determine compliance and to apply regulations to field conditions. Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects and meet deadlines. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and in a team; capacity for group facilitation for community workshops. Ability to interpret research data and apply quantitative/qualitative techniques in reports. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
Physical demands reflect essential functions; reasonable accommodations may be made. Sedentary work: mostly sitting with potential lifting up to a modest weight depending on assignment. Field work: ability to operate a motor vehicle and walk on uneven surfaces; experience with field analysis and data collection. Use of Technology
General office equipment, computers, laptops, phones, printers, scanners, and cameras. Motor vehicle use is frequent. Contact & Supervision
Reports to the Director of Development Services. Provides direct supervision of the Zoning Administrator. Collaborates with the Chief Building Official, Community Development Services Coordinator, Director of Engineering and Public Works, and other staff. The City of Morgantown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Requirements
Minimum Requirements
Education
Bachelor Degree from an accredited university in City and Regional Planning, Public Administration, Geography, Urban Planning, or a closely related field and four years of professional planning experience. Certification/License
Valid Driver\'s License Ability to obtain AICP certification within one year of hire or as soon as reasonably possible per AICP requirements. Experience
Three to five years of professional experience in city/urban planning or related field. Working knowledge of ArcGIS; experience with GIS preferred. Other combinations of experience and education may be substituted. If Master\'s degree: at least two years of professional experience; if Bachelor\'s degree: at least four years. Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in City and Regional Planning, Public Administration, Geography, Urban Planning, or related field. Four to six years of planning experience; supervisory experience. Experience with design and visualization tools (PowerPoint, SketchUp, CAD, GIS, Photoshop, etc.). AICP Certification. Experience in multiple planning practices (zoning evaluation/administration/enforcement, long-range planning, environmental and/or economic development planning, etc.). Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at City of Morgantown. Get notified about new Planner jobs in Morgantown, WV.
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