City of Jennings
Planning and Development Manager
City of Jennings, Ferguson Crossroad, Alabama, United States
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Administers and interprets the zoning ordinance, subdivision code, and comprehensive plan.
Reviews development proposals, site plans, variances, and conditional use permits.
Provides staff support to the Plan Commission, Board of Adjustment, and other public bodies.
Coordinates with developers, architects, engineers, and property owners.
Manages long-range planning efforts, including housing, economic development, and land use studies.
Prepares and presents reports, maps, and recommendations to city leadership and the public.
Oversees public outreach for planning projects and community engagement activities.
Supervises assigned staff, contractors, or consultants.
Tracks grant opportunities related to planning, housing, and neighborhood improvement.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Geography, or related field (required).
Master’s degree preferred.
5+ years of progressively responsible planning experience.
Experience in municipal government or community development (preferred).
Certifications
AICP Certification (preferred, required within first year of employment).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of urban planning principles, zoning laws, and land development processes.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to analyze site plans, zoning maps, and legal documents.
Familiarity with public meeting procedures and government processes.
Proficiency with GIS, Microsoft Office, and permit management systems.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the public and other departments.
Work Environment Primarily office-based, with field inspections as needed. Evening meetings required (e.g., Plan Commission).
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Administers and interprets the zoning ordinance, subdivision code, and comprehensive plan.
Reviews development proposals, site plans, variances, and conditional use permits.
Provides staff support to the Plan Commission, Board of Adjustment, and other public bodies.
Coordinates with developers, architects, engineers, and property owners.
Manages long-range planning efforts, including housing, economic development, and land use studies.
Prepares and presents reports, maps, and recommendations to city leadership and the public.
Oversees public outreach for planning projects and community engagement activities.
Supervises assigned staff, contractors, or consultants.
Tracks grant opportunities related to planning, housing, and neighborhood improvement.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Geography, or related field (required).
Master’s degree preferred.
5+ years of progressively responsible planning experience.
Experience in municipal government or community development (preferred).
Certifications
AICP Certification (preferred, required within first year of employment).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of urban planning principles, zoning laws, and land development processes.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to analyze site plans, zoning maps, and legal documents.
Familiarity with public meeting procedures and government processes.
Proficiency with GIS, Microsoft Office, and permit management systems.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the public and other departments.
Work Environment Primarily office-based, with field inspections as needed. Evening meetings required (e.g., Plan Commission).
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