Senior Planner- Community Development

Job Posting: Senior Planner - City of Columbia, Missouri

Position Title: Senior Planner

Department: Community Development - Planning Division

Starting Salary: $30.72/hour (minimum) to $37.79/hour (midpoint), commensurate with experience

Pay Grade: 110

Job Type: Full-Time

Number of Positions Available: 1

Deadline to Apply: December 13, 2024

Job Description Summary

The City of Columbia is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Planner to lead and manage comprehensive city planning initiatives. This pivotal role involves overseeing planning and development applications, administering zoning and subdivision processes, and managing transportation-related grants. If you’re passionate about shaping community growth and development through innovative planning strategies, this is the opportunity for you!

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Impact: Influence Columbia’s growth and development through dynamic city planning.
• Leadership Role: Act as a lead planner on key policy and regulatory initiatives.
• Professional Growth: Expand your skills in transportation planning, public engagement, and project management.
• Collaborative Environment: Build strong relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive city plan management, including updates to plans, agreements, and grants.
• Review and process planning and development applications, building permits, and business licenses.
• Administer and revise the Unified Development Code (UDC).
• Oversee federal and state transportation planning requirements and grants.
• Prepare reports and agendas for the Columbia Area Transportation Study Organization (CATSO) and other planning bodies.
• Engage with diverse audiences through effective public outreach strategies.
• Provide training and guidance to staff as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in city planning, architecture, landscape architecture, public policy, environmental studies, geography, construction science, or a related field.
• Experience: 3-5 years in planning, development, or a related field.
• Licenses/Certifications: Valid driver’s license.
  
  

Preferred

• Experience serving as a lead planner on policy or regulatory initiatives.
• Demonstrated success in public engagement and outreach with diverse communities.
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Strong understanding of capital planning, zoning, and urban planning processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, GIS, and permitting software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze complex data, read architectural designs, and prepare detailed reports.
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage challenging interactions and build relationships.
  
  

Work Environment And Physical Demands

• Environment: Primarily an office setting with occasional outdoor work, including construction sites and right-of-way areas.
• Physical Requirements: Sedentary work with occasional lifting (up to 10 pounds) and exposure to environmental elements such as extreme heat or cold.
• Schedule: Monday-Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) with occasional evening meetings.
  
  

How To Apply

Applications are open until December 13, 2024. Submit your application through the City of Columbia’s official website. For assistance, call 573.874.CITY (2489).

Special Notice

This position requires pre-employment drug testing and participation in the federal E-Verify program. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Come Work for the City that Works for You!

Join the City of Columbia as a Senior Planner and play a key role in building a sustainable, inclusive, and forward-thinking community. Apply today to make a lasting impact on Columbia’s growth and development!

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