Special Projects Planner I, II, III

Description

ABOUT US

The Community Development Department provides a broad mix of development services including building inspections, residential and non-residential growth analysis and projections, development review, transportation planning, air quality inspections, annexation studies, tax increment financing review and historic preservation assistance.

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The City of Rapid City offers fantastic benefits including 2 healthcare options with low premiums, 6% employer-matching retirement, life insurance benefits, short-term disability, and generous vacation and sick leave. For a detailed benefit summary, clickhere.

Position Details

ABOUT OUR JOB

The Special Projects Planner is responsible for performing historic preservation and professional urban planning projects. They assist in the development and implementation of community plans and regulations to provide for the orderly growth and development of Rapid City and the three-mile jurisdiction. These positions also provide staff support and project coordination for various commissions and committees.

Starting wage and level based on experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Special Projects Planner I:

• Assists in administering the City's Historic Preservation Program including project review, community education programs, and Certified Local Government grant coordination for the Historic Preservation Commission.

• Participates in the development of comprehensive plans and their implementation through the zoning ordinances, subdivision regulations and other policies, regulations, and plans.

• Assists in delivery and implementation of urban planning projects such as land use studies, neighborhood plans, urban infill initiatives, annexation studies, housing policies, and other projects.

• Assists in the delivery of public engagement strategies for a variety of planning initiatives

• Drafts and proposes ordinances and ordinance revisions.

• Writes and submits grant applications, as well as managing and monitoring grant programs to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state and local requirements.

• Prepares oral, narrative and graphic reports and makes recommendations on project plans and development requests.

• Assists the public with applications and inquiries regarding City policies, ordinances, and procedures.

• Provides local officials, developers, engineers and others with information regarding comprehensive plans, zoning ordinances, subdivision regulations and other ordinance requirements, and their application to specific development proposals.

• Uses computer and software applications, including GIS tools and Microsoft Office products, to analyze and present information for planning projects.

• Provides staff support and project coordination for various commissions and committees.

• Provides assistance to the Tax Increment Financing Planner, as needed.

Special Projects Planner II:All of the above duties, plus:

• Designs and implements public engagement strategies for a variety of planning initiatives.

• Drafts and develops comprehensive plans and their implementationthrough the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations, and other regulations and plans.

• Assists in the design, delivery, and implementation ofurban planning projects such as land use studies, neighborhood plans, urban infill initiatives, annexation studies, housing policies, and other projects.

• Reviews complex development requests for compliance with applicable ordinances and regulations.

• Uses computer and software applications,including GIS tools and Microsoft Office products, to conduct or coordinate studies, and to collect original research data for planning projects

Special Projects Planner III:all of the above duties, plus:

• Provides leadership for the Planning Projects Division team, including coordinating development plan review with other agencies and planning staff, as well as providing assistance, support and guidance to other planning team members.

• Analyzes, inspects, and makes recommendations relative to existing and proposed planning projects.

Additional Information

ABOUT YOU

The Community Development team is seeking an individual withthe following skills: the ability to design, implement, and manage planning projects, grants, and studies; to prepare and present reports and to provide excellent customer service to join their team. We understand your time is valuable. Please consider applying if you possess the following minimum qualifications:

Education and/or Experience:

Planner I:

• Master's Degree in planning or related field; or Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in planning, public administration, or related field and

• Two years of progressively responsible experience in the municipal planning field.

• A combination of education and experience deemed appropriate to fulfill the role and responsibilities of this position will be considered.

Planner II:

• Master's Degree in planning or related field and two years of progressively responsible experience in municipal planning field; or Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in planning, public administration, or related field and

• Four years of related experience in the municipal planning field.

• A combination of education and experience deemed appropriate to fulfill the role and responsibilities of this position will be considered.

Planner III:

• Master's Degree in planning or related field and four years of progressively responsible experience in municipal planning field; or Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in planning, public administration, or related field and

• Six years of related experience in the municipal planning field. A combination of education and experience deemed appropriate to fulfill the role and responsibilities of this position will be considered.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Must possess a valid driver's license or ability to obtain within 30 days from the date of hire.

• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification is highly desirable.