What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Planner position at City of Seattle?
Position Description
THE OFFICE
The Office of Planning & Community Development (OPCD) ensures that City departments are aligned and coordinated in planning and advancing equitable development for Seattle’s future growth. OPCD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The fields of urban planning and community development have often failed to reflect the experiences and identities of people affected by development decision and outcomes, including Black, Indigenous, People of Color, Immigrants, Refugees, People with Disabilities, and LGBTQ people. We strongly encourage people with these identities or from other marginalized communities to apply.
THE JOB
We are recruiting for a Community Planner to join our Community Planning division, which focuses on neighborhood plans, regional centers plans, and station area planning. This is an opportunity to have a significant impact on equitable planning and the built environment in Seattle. Your immediate focus will be on:
- Completing community planning for the North Aurora neighborhood
- Leading regional centers planning for Ballard
- Supporting work on six other regional centers plans
Job Responsibilities
We are looking for a generalist who is committed to:
- Anti-racist and equity-based urban planning
- Nurturing and facilitating effective partnerships and relationships with communities, non-profit organizations, service providers, businesses etc.
- Asking for ideas and input from community, listening, synthesizing, and incorporating them into policies and planning
We are looking for applicants who have:
- Led complex community-based projects that integrate with current plans and included economic analysis and modelling, visioning with community, policy and plan recommendations
- Managed consultants and consultant contracts, including setting scope and schedule, tracking budget, reviewing invoices, and communicating effectively and respectfully with internal and external partners
- Facilitated meetings, discussions, planning efforts, or internal briefings to identify and resolve issues of risk, legal compliance, public policy, or public expectations and trust
- Provided direct support, assistance, and relationship management to community members and organizations
- Assessed and worked within policy or regulatory-driven environments and managed compliance
- Created a range of compelling and informative written documents and made engaging and successful presentations adapting both styles of communication to the audience, their concerns, and levels of understanding
Qualifications
Five years of experience in planning and research related to urban economics, human services, environmental issues, conservation, land use; or other work directly related to City planning and development activities
OR
Four years of experience in planning and research related to urban economics, human services, environmental issues, conservation, land use; or other work directly related to City planning and development activities and an associate’s degree in public administration, planning, urban design, environmental studies or a related field
OR
Three years of experience in planning and research related to urban economics, human services, environmental issues, conservation, land use; or other work directly related to City planning and development activities and a bachelor's degree in public administration, planning, urban design, environmental studies or a related field
Additional Information
Work Location and Hours: This position offers the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Individual schedules will be based on agreement between the employee and management.
Here is a resource for Application and Interviewing tips (Download PDF reader) with the City of Seattle.
A PDF of your current resume- A cover letter that details the work you have done aligned with equitable planning and development
This hiring process involves a background check of conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be provided with an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
Why work at the City?
This position is open to all applicants that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The City encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ , people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
Accommodations:
Individuals with disabilities will be provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact Kate.Moore@seattle.gov for questions or to request accommodations.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
Salary : $54 - $63
