POSITION IDENTIFICATION
TITLE Associate Planner
CLASSIFICATION NUMBER 2525
GRADE 43
CLASSIFICATION Exempt
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR Director, Center for Resource Planning and Management
GENERAL FUNCTION
The Associate Planner assists with and may manage community and regional planning programs and long-range planning for rural/small town communities by providing technical and advisory assistance regarding a variety of disciplines including disaster recovery planning, hazard mitigation planning, comprehensive and land use planning, land development and zoning regulations, site plan review, transportation planning, community development, and/or economic development. The Associate Planner conducts plan preparation and related research for assigned projects and coordinates planning activities with elected officials, citizen advisory committees, and the general public. The Associate Planner assists in the analysis of census and other statistical data and in the preparation of reports for local governments and community organizations. The Associate Planner helps to prepare grant applications and administer awarded grants.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor’s degree in City or Regional Planning or a related field is required.
Experience: At least one year of responsible practical experience in planning is required. Education attainment may not count toward required experience. Supervisory experience is preferred. Experience in disaster recovery planning, hazard mitigation planning, comprehensive and land use planning, land development and zoning regulations, site plan review, transportation planning, community development, economic development, rural/small town planning, regional planning, or a related field is preferred. Experience with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and/or Economic Development Administration (EDA) funded projects or programs is preferred.
Skill: A thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of community planning is required. A strong research background is required. Strong verbal and written communication skills, computer skills, including word processing, database management, graphic design, and presentation software are required. Knowledge of other planning-related software such as AutoCAD, EMSI, ArcGIS/ArcMAP, ESRI products, etc. is preferred. The ability to compile and analyze technical and statistical data is required. The ability to work with minimal supervision, meet deadlines, and work efficiently in non-routine situations is required. The ability to work effectively with the public and elected officials is required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
Certification: American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification is preferred.
Other: Occasional day travel (150-mile radius) is required and may include occasional overnight stays. The position requires attending occasional evening meetings.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Assists communities in planning by providing technical and advisory assistance to local governments and other public entities regarding disaster recovery planning, hazard mitigation planning, comprehensive and land use planning, land development and zoning regulations, site plan review, transportation planning, community development, economic development, rural/small town planning, and/or regional planning and participating in and assisting with the preparation of plans, programs, technical reports, and land development regulations.
2. Develops and makes recommendations to local/regional government entities by participating in and coordinating planning activities with citizen advisory committees, elected or appointed officials, and the general public.
3. Facilitates the development of potential sources of contracts for the Center for Resource Planning and Management and it’s clients by assisting in the preparation and presentation of project proposals to local, state, and federal governments, and other public entities.
4. Represents the Center for Resource Planning and Management and it’s clients to other government
jurisdictions on transportation planning and community development matters by
attending meetings, workshops, seminars, and other similar activities as may
be assigned.
5. Assists in the compilation and analysis of census data and other statistical data and prepares projections and reports on data analysis.
6. Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
7. Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses required by the Director, Center for Resource Planning and Management.
8. Contributes to the overall success of the Center for Resource Planning and Management and it’s clients by performing other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned.
SUPERVISION
The Associate Planner is supervised by the Center for, Resource Planning and Management and assists with the supervision of student planning interns.
OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
REVISED JULY 2021
