What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Planner/Planner II position at City of Coeur d'Alene?
JOB
The City of Coeur d'Alene Planning Department is looking for a qualified Associate Planner/Planner II to join their team!The Associate Planner is the mid-level position in the Community Development Department, responsible to analyze, review and approve moderately difficult development proposals that may be more controversial or include multiple parts. These reviews require much more thorough review of a project and more detailed staff reports, with presentations to both the Planning Commission and the City Council. This position handles Design Review Commission items, which generally require a very solid understanding of the City's varying overlay of zoning districts and design guidelines. The position assists with the more complex code amendments and helps with organizing and leading workshops on proposed ordinances or special projects and conducts appeal hearings. The Associate Planner differs from the Assistant Planner in the diversity and scope of professional responsibility and complexity of projects assigned. The position works under the general direction of the Community Planning Director, with latitude for the use of independent judgment and decision-making. The position works primarily in a general office environment, with some field work for site-visits.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
(illustrative only and may vary by assignment)Interprets and applies applicable state and city codes, ordinances and regulations;Analyzes, reviews and coordinates moderately difficult development proposals and site plans for conformance with codes, plans and regulations, including Design Review Commission items;Prepares and presents detailed reports on development proposals to the Planning Commission and/or the City Council;Reviews legal notices and maps for public hearing items;Prepares staff reports and PowerPoint presentations to present development proposals with findings and orders, Attends and conducts public meetings providing testimony to questions and concerns from public, professionals and policy makers;Follows up with development plans, ensuring elements are incorporated into the approved plan, including final development plans, final plat review, condition tracking and annexation agreement, etc.;Reviews potential significant projects for completeness and compliance with applicable sections of the Municipal Code prior to accepting building permit submittal;Reviews residential, commercial, industrial plan sets for compliance with Title 17 Planning codes; identifies deficiencies to applicants, engineers and architects for revisions as necessary;Conducts onsite inspections for compliance and/or documents existing conditions to determine extent of violations; provides alternatives to gain compliance;Conducts feasibility studies and prepares a variety of reports related to project progress; prepares and updates varies databases, land use and planning maps, including census updates, population projections, GIS maps/layers/attributes, etc.;Answers planning, zoning and development process questions from citizens, developers and other agencies;Assists with updates and maintenance of Comprehensive Plan and land development regulations;Conducts extensive research in specific or general project areas;Writes and presents formal and technical reports, working papers and correspondence;Conducts conferences for applicants scheduled for public hearings and meets with developers and the general public to discuss planning and zoning issues;Schedules and conducts pre-application and mini-meetings with applicants and attends project review meetings;Ensures code compliance with builders, developers and the public in coordination with Code Enforcement and legal staff;Recommends and helps implement strategies for public outreach on planning projects;Responds to management's, supervisor's, co-workers' and citizens' questions and comments in a courteous, thorough and timely manner;Performs time management and scheduling functions, meets deadlines, and sets project priorities;Assists other department and City employees as requested and approved by the Community Planning Director;Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures, and safety practices. Secondary Duties and Responsibilities: Organize and lead workshops on proposed ordinances or special projects;Coordinates with and acts as liaison for task forces and study groups taking public comments and input on planning and development issues, and may act as staff liaison to commissions and committees;Makes presentations to community groups and organizations;Recommends Comprehensive Plan amendments, master plan updates and special studies such as the development impact fee report;Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for an individual to satisfactorily perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be successful in the position.Knowledge of: Principles, laws and practices of planning, zoning and community development;City ordinances, codes and regulations;Principles and practices of research and data collection;Methods and techniques of citizen involvement as they apply to the planning processes;Effective writing techniques;Computer software and applications related to land use and planning and development projects;Public sector, government, or related environment and operations, including general municipal terminology, codes, acts, and regulations. Skill and Ability to: Coordinate controversial public/private projects and present the related facts and recommendation to policy makers;Analyze, review and approve moderately difficult development proposes and site plans in compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations;Understand, interpret, explain and apply federal, state and local law, regulations, policies, procedures and standards as they apply to the planning and zoning processes;Develop and interpret graphic information such as blueprints, layouts, maps, plans and specifications, graphs and statistical data;Analyze demographic and development trends and integrate information across multiple platforms including GIS Systems;Utilize statistical, algebraic or geometric formulas as needed in the performance of work;Organize and complete complex research projects;Operate a personal computer using program applications appropriate to assigned duties and operate a variety of office equipment and cameras;Attend meetings scheduled in the evenings as needed;Use good judgment in problem solving and decision making;Communicate technical facts in an understandable manner;Display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of City employees, the general public and other organizations;Assist the public in a professional and courteous manner in stressful and emotional situations;Use English and speak clearly for understanding;Perform duties to supervisor's expectations;Follow verbal and written instructions;Maintain a professional demeanor at all times;Perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines;Demonstrate integrity and ingenuity in the performance of assigned tasks and solving problems;Perform all duties in accordance with City policies and procedures with regard for personal safety and that of other employees and the public.Physical Demands & Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis. While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds in a general office environment. Specific vision abilities required by this classification include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing abilities required by this classification includes those which permit the employee to communicate effectively in person and by telephone. While performing the duties of this classification, the employee works in a public building setting where the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The City of Coeur d'Alene Planning Department is looking for a qualified Associate Planner/Planner II to join their team!The Associate Planner is the mid-level position in the Community Development Department, responsible to analyze, review and approve moderately difficult development proposals that may be more controversial or include multiple parts. These reviews require much more thorough review of a project and more detailed staff reports, with presentations to both the Planning Commission and the City Council. This position handles Design Review Commission items, which generally require a very solid understanding of the City's varying overlay of zoning districts and design guidelines. The position assists with the more complex code amendments and helps with organizing and leading workshops on proposed ordinances or special projects and conducts appeal hearings. The Associate Planner differs from the Assistant Planner in the diversity and scope of professional responsibility and complexity of projects assigned. The position works under the general direction of the Community Planning Director, with latitude for the use of independent judgment and decision-making. The position works primarily in a general office environment, with some field work for site-visits.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
(illustrative only and may vary by assignment)Interprets and applies applicable state and city codes, ordinances and regulations;Analyzes, reviews and coordinates moderately difficult development proposals and site plans for conformance with codes, plans and regulations, including Design Review Commission items;Prepares and presents detailed reports on development proposals to the Planning Commission and/or the City Council;Reviews legal notices and maps for public hearing items;Prepares staff reports and PowerPoint presentations to present development proposals with findings and orders, Attends and conducts public meetings providing testimony to questions and concerns from public, professionals and policy makers;Follows up with development plans, ensuring elements are incorporated into the approved plan, including final development plans, final plat review, condition tracking and annexation agreement, etc.;Reviews potential significant projects for completeness and compliance with applicable sections of the Municipal Code prior to accepting building permit submittal;Reviews residential, commercial, industrial plan sets for compliance with Title 17 Planning codes; identifies deficiencies to applicants, engineers and architects for revisions as necessary;Conducts onsite inspections for compliance and/or documents existing conditions to determine extent of violations; provides alternatives to gain compliance;Conducts feasibility studies and prepares a variety of reports related to project progress; prepares and updates varies databases, land use and planning maps, including census updates, population projections, GIS maps/layers/attributes, etc.;Answers planning, zoning and development process questions from citizens, developers and other agencies;Assists with updates and maintenance of Comprehensive Plan and land development regulations;Conducts extensive research in specific or general project areas;Writes and presents formal and technical reports, working papers and correspondence;Conducts conferences for applicants scheduled for public hearings and meets with developers and the general public to discuss planning and zoning issues;Schedules and conducts pre-application and mini-meetings with applicants and attends project review meetings;Ensures code compliance with builders, developers and the public in coordination with Code Enforcement and legal staff;Recommends and helps implement strategies for public outreach on planning projects;Responds to management's, supervisor's, co-workers' and citizens' questions and comments in a courteous, thorough and timely manner;Performs time management and scheduling functions, meets deadlines, and sets project priorities;Assists other department and City employees as requested and approved by the Community Planning Director;Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures, and safety practices. Secondary Duties and Responsibilities: Organize and lead workshops on proposed ordinances or special projects;Coordinates with and acts as liaison for task forces and study groups taking public comments and input on planning and development issues, and may act as staff liaison to commissions and committees;Makes presentations to community groups and organizations;Recommends Comprehensive Plan amendments, master plan updates and special studies such as the development impact fee report;Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for an individual to satisfactorily perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be successful in the position.Knowledge of: Principles, laws and practices of planning, zoning and community development;City ordinances, codes and regulations;Principles and practices of research and data collection;Methods and techniques of citizen involvement as they apply to the planning processes;Effective writing techniques;Computer software and applications related to land use and planning and development projects;Public sector, government, or related environment and operations, including general municipal terminology, codes, acts, and regulations. Skill and Ability to: Coordinate controversial public/private projects and present the related facts and recommendation to policy makers;Analyze, review and approve moderately difficult development proposes and site plans in compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations;Understand, interpret, explain and apply federal, state and local law, regulations, policies, procedures and standards as they apply to the planning and zoning processes;Develop and interpret graphic information such as blueprints, layouts, maps, plans and specifications, graphs and statistical data;Analyze demographic and development trends and integrate information across multiple platforms including GIS Systems;Utilize statistical, algebraic or geometric formulas as needed in the performance of work;Organize and complete complex research projects;Operate a personal computer using program applications appropriate to assigned duties and operate a variety of office equipment and cameras;Attend meetings scheduled in the evenings as needed;Use good judgment in problem solving and decision making;Communicate technical facts in an understandable manner;Display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of City employees, the general public and other organizations;Assist the public in a professional and courteous manner in stressful and emotional situations;Use English and speak clearly for understanding;Perform duties to supervisor's expectations;Follow verbal and written instructions;Maintain a professional demeanor at all times;Perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines;Demonstrate integrity and ingenuity in the performance of assigned tasks and solving problems;Perform all duties in accordance with City policies and procedures with regard for personal safety and that of other employees and the public.Physical Demands & Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis. While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds in a general office environment. Specific vision abilities required by this classification include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing abilities required by this classification includes those which permit the employee to communicate effectively in person and by telephone. While performing the duties of this classification, the employee works in a public building setting where the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
