The N.C. Department of Commerce, Rural Economic Development Division, has posted an opening for an Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Community Economic Development Planner. The position provides support to the NC ARC program by providing strategic economic development planning, technical assistance, and training to rural communities in the state’s Northwest Prosperity Zone region.

Learn more about the position and apply at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/jobs/4319961-0/arc-community-economic-development-planner.

The application period closes on January 3, 2024, at 5:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time.

Salary: $78,873.60 – $130,124.80 Annually
Anticipated Hiring Range: $78,873.60 – $111,987.20
Closing Date: 1/15/2024

Cary is recruiting for a collaborative, innovative and passionate Principal Planner to join our team. Cary is focused on the goal of creating “The Local Government That Doesn’t Exist” by exceeding standards for how municipalities should operate. We embody excellence and professionalism by demonstrating leading practices and partnering effectively with our community. We are looking for a planning professional to help us build on our legacy of excellence while recognizing there is always room for growth and innovation. High-performing candidates who are adaptive, ready to engage in problem solving, dare to think differently, have the technical skills to deliver, and want to make a difference in their community are encouraged to apply.

Cary NC, a progressive community of over 180,000 people, is actively working on implementing the most ambitious long-range planning effort in our history – the Imagine Cary Community Plan. The plan sets out a long-term vision, policies, and strategic actions for Cary through 2040. The Imagine Cary Plan seeks to focus the most intense development in strategic locations, encourage mixed use, redevelopment, infill, and revitalization while maintaining that much of Cary will stay suburban in nature. We are seeking a special talent to become part of an innovative team to bring the vision in the Imagine Cary Community Plan to life, as well as to collaborate in a fast-paced, evolving environment while adapting to change through continuous learning.

Cary offers the best benefits, which supports our diverse workforce, providing employees with choices. A competitive salary is offered depending on qualifications and experience. Our highly comprehensive total compensation package is unprecedented, allowing Cary to value and support our employee’s whole selves, and sets us apart as an employer of choice.

This is an exciting time to be a part of the transformational development occurring in Cary!

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Assistant Planning Director, with additional assignments from the Assistant Director of Development Services.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $78,873.60 – $111,987.20

TYPICAL TASKS:

What are we looking for? We are looking for someone who can:

• Respond to public inquiries from citizens, businesses, landowners, the development community and elected and appointed officials regarding matters such as the status of current projects, interpretations of the Imagine Cary Community Plan, current and proposed ordinances, area plans and studies;
• Review development proposals for consistency with policies and ordinances and communicate with developers regarding designs, and offer opinions for improvements;
• Serve as case manager for rezoning requests. Work includes coordinating with staff from various disciplines to work through key issues with rezoning cases and to serve as the point of contact for the development team. Also includes preparing staff reports and presentations to the community, council and Members of the Planning and Zoning Board;
• Research and develop amendments to the Land Development Ordinance (LDO) and maintain a list of potential amendments to the LDO;
• Conduct community outreach and publicity, collect background baseline data on existing conditions and discuss draft plans with citizens, landowners, developers, and Council members;
• Serve as a liaison on regional projects and coordinate planning with regional agencies;
• Conduct special research when needed, as well as provide research, advice, and technical support in consultants’ efforts on multiple projects;
• Perform other job-related tasks as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

What you will need to bring to the table:

• Thorough knowledge of the philosophies, principles, practices, and techniques of land use planning;
• Ability to focus your knowledge on reuse and redevelopment opportunities that balance sensitivity to Cary’s heritage with a challenge for the community development to be innovative;
• Thorough knowledge of site design, landscape architecture, and urban design;
• Thorough knowledge of planning research, zoning, transportation bicycle and pedestrian planning and annexations;
• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of community facilitation and conflict resolution;
• Ability to read and interpret ordinances, statutes, plans, and maps;
• Ability to plan, organize, supervise, and carry out complex research projects effectively and simultaneously Ability to present effectively in oral, written, and graphic form;
• Demonstrated relationship-building skills to maintain effective working relationships with associates, municipal officials, representatives of other agencies, and members of the public;
• A proven technical expertise in urban planning, along with the ability to articulate the Town’s vision into various plans, guidelines, and other tools to advance high quality standards of design excellence.

MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, landscape architecture, or related field; a master’s degree in urban or regional planning or related field; and considerable experience in professional planning and/or economic analysis work. A master’s degree in a closely related field may be credited toward some years of experience.

Preference will be given to candidates who have the following:

• Experience with urban design, mixed use, and redevelopment projects Development plan review experience;
• Experience in zoning verification and plat review;
• Experience writing staff reports and making presentations to public officials and citizens;
• Strong written and verbal presentation skills;
• Desire to seek out, foster and implement change;
• Desire to build and be a key resource for collaborative groups within the organization;
• Ability to learn and adapt in an agile environment;
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), Registered Landscape Architecture certification, and/or other related professional certifications.

Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification and credit history review) prior to employment.

Requires a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

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ABOUT US

HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) is an industry-leading real estate, economic development, and public policy consulting firm that helps create more equitable, resilient, and dynamic communities. Our work turns vision into action through rigorous analysis, strategy development, and implementation planning.

HR&A professionals come from a variety of backgrounds and have a breadth of lived experiences. We are former city officials, planners, architects, lawyers, and economists. We are passionate about increasing the vitality of urban life.

HR&A is proud to be an employee-owned company and is committed to building a diverse workforce while centering issues of equity and inclusion in the work that we do.

For more information, visit our website at www.hraadvisors.com.

ABOUT YOU

You have a passion for urban development and policy, strong quantitative and qualitative skills, and a deep curiosity about the challenges and opportunities facing cities today. You want to have an impact with the work that you do.

You will bring a capacity for critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration, and are excited to dive into projects that help our clients solve the difficult challenges cities face today.

THE ROLE

We are seeking full-time Summer Fellows for 10-12 weeks in our Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Raleigh, and Washington, DC offices. Summer Fellows will be expected to work from an HR&A office at least two days per week.

Summer Fellows will have the opportunity to engage in project work and practice development as well as employ skills aligned with the core analytical staff at HR&A. Our analyst cohort forms the foundation of our team-oriented structure and helps to drive our data-driven approach to city building.

Summer Fellows may help prepare written reports, presentations, and Excel models for clients, as well as firm marketing materials and proposals for new projects. Day-to-day tasks will range from project to project and may include:

• Market Analysis
• Case Study Research
• Econometric Modeling
• Spatial Analysis
• Real Estate Pro Formas
• Public Policy Analysis

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Candidates should currently be completing their senior year of a bachelor’s degree program or are working towards a graduate level degree. Preference will be given to candidates with a concentration in urban planning, real estate finance, economic development, public policy, housing finance, or a related field.

TIMELINE

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 PM ET on January 29, 2024. Accepted Fellows will be notified in early March and will begin the Summer Fellowship Program on June 3, 2024. The Summer Fellowship to Full-Time Employment Track is anticipated to run until August 23, 2024. Start and end dates are flexible based on candidate availability.

Individuals in the Summer Fellow to Full-Time Employment Track, who have completed their degree programs, may be considered for transition into a full-time role at HR&A upon successful completion of the fellowship.

COMPENSATION

Summer Fellows will be paid a monthly stipend of $6,000.

HOW TO APPLY

HR&A is committed to attracting and retaining a talented, diverse, and high performing team of professionals dedicated to solving the challenges of urban life. Women, people of color, members of the LGBT community, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply, please submit an application on our online portal at https://hraadvisors.applytojob.com/apply.

In lieu of a cover letter, please write an essay of no more than one typewritten page on how you see yourself bringing equity to cities and the built environment. Please submit this essay and your resume as a single PDF document. Applications without this requested essay will not be reviewed.

As part of our ongoing work to build a hiring system that mitigates bias and is based on candidate merit and performance, we ask that you submit a version of your resume and essay that has your school information removed. Please list your degree, e.g., B.A. Economics; however, remove all references to undergraduate and graduate schools you have attended.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

For more information, please contact us at jobs@hraadvisors.com.

Apply by December 3, 2023!

The Town of Garner is seeking an experienced Assistant Planning Director to develop, coordinate, and conduct the Town’s comprehensive planning (“Garner Forward”) and master plan review programs focused on implementing the Town’s overall vision as represented by the Town of Garner Strategic Plan.

The Assistant Planning Director will perform work that involves direct supervision of planning staff; advising the Town Council and Planning Commission in a leading role; providing high-level urban design direction to staff and developers as informed by the adopted comprehensive plan; and filling in for the Planning Director in their absence. The position requires considerable public contact, often in sensitive or emotional issues requiring sound judgement, firmness, and tact. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Planning Director.

Examples of Duties:

• Advises the Planning Director, Town Managers, Town Council, Planning Commission and others on comprehensive planning, master planned rezoning, demographic analysis, land use and transportation matters.
• Assumes responsibilities of Planning Director in their absence, including the signing of final plats certifying compliance with Unified Development Ordinance regulations.
• Manages all long-range plans and related activities under the umbrella of “Garner Forward” and ensures coordination with regional partners and neighboring local jurisdictions.
• Supervises subordinate staff – including the completion of staff performance reviews; delegating work; mentoring and encouraging professional growth and development.
• Sets the bar for subordinate staff in regard to teamwork by filling in as needed during periods of employee leave and position vacancies.
• Represents the Town as the voting member of both the Technical Coordinating Committee and the Transit Planning Advisory Committee of the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO), and directs participation of subordinate staff in CAMPO subcommittees and special studies as needed.
• Coordinates with the Town Clerk to manage the Town’s annexation petition process.
• Maintains a close working relationship with the Garner Town Engineer and Assistant Town Engineer (Engineering Department Director and Assistant Director).
• Leads and/or delegates review of conditional master planned and other rezoning requests.
• Presents rezoning cases and/or provides support to presenting staff at Planning Commission and Town Council meetings and hearings.
• Ensures coordination with partner agencies including, but not limited to, the US Census Bureau, NC Secretary of State, NC Department of Transportation, State Demographer’s Office, Wake County Housing and Community Revitalization Division, Wake County Planning, GoRaleigh, GoTriangle, and the Wake County Public School System.
• Prepares job postings, conducts interviews, and completes personnel action forms for new hires as assigned.
• Attends a number of evening meetings.
• Provides high-level direction for the proper maintenance and retention of department data (GIS, digital and physical) managed by subordinate staff.
• Performs related duties as required.

Requirements:

• Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture or closely related field from accredited college or university and at least six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience in public sector planning or contracted public planning service.
• Applicants must have at least two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Applicants must be able to obtain AICP within one (1) year of hire.
• Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and good driving history.
• Preference will be given to applicants that have a Master’s degree in Urban Planning or closely related field.
• Preference will be given to applicants that have a current AICP designation.

Are you passionate about well-planned development in Wake County, NC that promotes vibrant, mixed-use, walkable communities?

Are you an advocate for diverse housing choices, transportation options, access to clean and adequate drinking water and for local solutions to solve the global climate crisis?

Are you the next Executive Director of WakeUP Wake County?

Why?
WakeUP Wake County promotes good growth planning and sustainable, healthy communities through education, advocacy, and civic engagement, climate change and advancing a higher quality of life for all. WakeUP Wake County is working to create an economically and environmentally sustainable region for future generations. They are now seeking their next Executive Director to join their compassionate and dedicated team to help achieve and grow their strategic vision.

What will you do as WakeUP Wake County’s next Executive Director?
This experienced nonprofit Executive Director will work with the board and staff to implement WakeUP Wake County’s three-year strategic plan created earlier this year. In addition to serving as the face of the organization, attending public meetings and fundraising, the Executive Director will plan, organize, and direct the organization’s governance, advocacy, fiscal management, communications, and operations.

Responsibilities Include:

– Regular attendance at community meetings, events, and facilities. Candidates should expect a moderate number of nights and weekend events and meetings.
– Work closely with the Board of Directors to energize and engage their involvement in policy decisions, fundraising, and visibility of the organization.
– Ensure sound fiscal management practices through budget tracking, billing, and projecting cash flow.
– Educate and be a strong advocate with county, municipal, state, federal elected officials, and staff on growth policies.
– Serve as a catalyst for grassroots advocacy to engage citizens in timely policy actions and help to maintain and grow citizen actions within and outside of the organization.
– Communicate with local media on timely relevant planning and development issues.
– Guide internal research and synthesis activities that lead to recommended policy frameworks and strategies that would further the organization’s vision and goals.
– In partnership with the Director of Development, lead fundraising efforts including grant writing, individual, planned gifts, and other revenue sources.
– Motivate, evaluate, and hire staff.
– Maintain effective working relationships with volunteers and other local partner organizations.

Why WakeUP Wake County?
WakeUP Wake County is a 501(c)3 non-profit, non-partisan advocacy organization that leads public engagement on housing, transportation, climate change, and other land use issues in Wake County. WakeUP began as a grassroots collective in 2006, born out of concern for the challenges of rapid growth and development. Since then, WakeUP has become the leading voice representing citizens in land use and development issues that influence and are influenced by climate, transportation, clean water, and housing, taking the long-term view on regional needs. WakeUP is uniquely positioned to enact change in one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States.

Want to know more? Visit WakeUP Wake County – Speaking UP for a better tomorrow.

Key lived experiences, attributes, and skillsets sought in the Executive Director
– A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college, with a major in environmental science, natural sciences, political science, humanities, urban planning, or public policy.
– Three years experience leading or in a senior level role with a nonprofit organization, political campaigns, community organizing, nonprofit management, environmental policy, or economic development.
– Dynamic, visionary, high-level strategic thinking, and planning. Ability to envision and convey the organization’s strategic future to the staff, board, volunteers, and donors.
– Familiarity with transportation planning, affordable housing policy, community relations, climate change policy, land use policies, and government relations.
– Track record of fundraising and donor relations.
– Experience collaborating with grassroots organizations, community members, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
– Strong social media, writing skills and ability to speak confidently in public forums.
– High level of initiative, effort, and commitment toward completing assignments efficiently.
– Organized and detail-oriented, ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines and work independently and as part of a team.

Think you are the next WakeUP Wake County Executive Director?
To apply, click on the link to the WakeUP Wake County Executive Director position profile at ArmstrongMcGuire.com/jobs. You will see instructions for uploading your compelling cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and professional references. Please provide all requested information to be considered. In case of any technical problems, contact talent@armstrongmcguire.com. No phone calls, please, and no applications will be accepted by email or directly from third-party posting sites.

Salary and Benefits
Salary is commensurate with the requirements of the position and is in the $70,000 to $80,000 range and includes a stipend for medical benefits. Benefits include accrued vacation and sick time of 8 paid holidays plus the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day. In addition, the Executive Director receives a cell phone stipend, mileage reimbursement and travel expenses.

WakeUP Wake County is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity in the workplace. Our organization considers applicants equally of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, or prior record of arrest or conviction. We seek a workplace that reflects and respects the full range of the nation and state’s diversity.

Review of candidates will continue until the position is filled.

The City of Hamtramck has an opening for a full-time Economic Recovery Coordinator. This position is part of the Community and Economic Development Department in City Hall at 3401 Evaline Street,
Hamtramck, MI 48212. Limited term for 34-36 months (depends on date of hire) but may be extended depending on funding levels. The Economic Recovery Coordinator reports to the CED/DDA Manager or designee.

 

Job Description Summary:
Under the general direction of the CED/DDA Manager, the Economic Recovery Coordinator will be responsible for implementing the Economic Development Strategic (EDS) plan, which is currently in development. This position will be the lead contact with the consultant that has been hired to develop the EDS plan and will be the primary staff member pushing forward and bringing together the new changes both while the plan is in development and after the EDS plan is adopted by City Council.

This position has an emphasis on economic development, industry, business and government policy. It calls for creativity, flexibility in scope of work and design-thinking due to the diverse nature of projects, challenges and initiatives within the department. Hamtramck is a culturally diverse community, the Economic Development Recovery Coordinator should strive to understand community challenges, generate ideas to address challenges, be flexible and perceptive to feedback, and show initiative to employ solutions.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with CED team members and lead the implementation of the Economic Development Strategic (EDS) plan in the City of Hamtramck.
• Focus on industrial and commercial development, including business development in the city’s downtown area (Joseph Campau), on other commercial corridors (Conant, Caniff and Holbrook) and development within the multiple industrial zones of the city.
• Refine and present new and updated economic development policy to city staff and government officials, with the goal or attracting more jobs, infilling vacant land and repurposing vacant or underutilized buildings with companies, restaurants, housing and services.
• Proactively work to fill market gaps in the city by contacting national or regional businesses.
• Work with the Redevelopment Ready Communities (RRC) liaison at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to meet the RRC expectations 5.1, 5.2, and 5.3 (Economic Development Strategy, Incentive Tools, Marketing Plan).
• Market vacant residential land for residential development; create a new set of clear and informative materials that communicate development opportunities and constraints to potential investors.
• Work with various stakeholders to get new EDS projects off the ground; initiate necessary meetings, conversations and presentations and present to City Council when necessary.

 

Depending on the findings of the EDS Plan, this position could entail working on the following:

• Applying for funding for a Hamtramck façade grant program and organizing the program; working to create a Brownfield Redevelopment Authority and/or applying for brownfield redevelopment grants; looking at programs that can assist with getting sites “shovel ready.”
• Assist with tourism and promoting Hamtramck; assist with developing a parking map and other amenities for visitors, such as downtown signage.
• Assist the CED and DPW department with implementing changes to the built environment that will improve the attractiveness of the city; this could include developing additional parks, seating, transportation amenities, water features and art or murals.
• Work with the consulting firm on the draft and final EDS Plan, to be presented in March 2024 and September 2024, respectively.
• Set and maintain personal deadlines to keep EDS projects on track.
• Measures the success and outcomes of economic recovery plan implementation.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Able to plan and lead effective and efficient meetings
• Able to work independently and come up with suggested solutions to present to the CED team, city staff and after revisions, elected officials
• Able to work on a wide-variety of projects and learn about areas outside existing expertise
• Able to take initiative to get projects off the ground
• Able to read and comprehend a wide range of documents, including policy documents, grant documents, and ordinances
• Able to work in a team environment, and both provide and receive feedback
• Able to create clear, understandable and visually compelling documents, including visually engaging reports and marketing materials
• Knowledge of or ability to learn computer programs and applications such as Canva, Customer Relationship Management software, Adobe Creative Suite software, GIS, and BS&A Suite (municipal government software)
• Ability to create maps using ArcGIS is a plus, but not required

 

Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in economic development, public policy, or related area of study. Master’s degree preferred. Related experience will be considered in lieu of education.

Pay Rate & Benefits:

• $60,000-$65,000 annual salary depending on experience
• Standard benefit package available including medical, dental and vision
• All regular, full-time employees will receive prorated PTO based on their date of hire within their first year of employment. Employees shall earn the following PTO based upon years of service to the City:
  • 1-5 years: Twenty (20) working days
  • 6-10 years: Twenty-five (25) working days
  • 10 + years: Thirty (30) working days.
• All regular full-time employees are allowed ten (10) sick days per year.

 

Application Process:
Download application at https://hamtramck.us/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Hamtramck-ApplicationFinal-05072021.docx. Return completed application and resume by email to hr@hamtramckcity.com. Position open until filled.

The City of Hamtramck is an equal opportunity employer and will not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, height, marital or veteran status or the presence of medical conditions or disability. Michigan and Federal laws require employers to make accommodations to persons with a disability if the disability can be accommodated within certain guidelines, and the individual can perform the essential job duties with or without such accommodation. Persons with a disability may request an accommodation of their disability by notifying the City of Hamtramck City Manager’s office in writing of the need for accommodation.

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CVRPC is looking for a full-time planner or senior planner with broad life experience, the capacity to pair municipal needs with available resources, and a commitment to helping Central Vermont plan for the future. The strongest candidates will have three or more years of experience and be ready to take on the responsibilities of the position (see job descriptions on our website). A background in community, town and regional planning with an understanding of municipal land use planning or related fields is preferred. The Land Use and Community Planner will be tasked with supporting municipalities to identify and achieve their goals in addressing the housing shortage, protecting forests, water and farmlands, adapting to climate change, mitigating flood impacts, and revitalizing village centers. Exceptional organizational and communication skills are a must.

The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission (CVRPC) works cooperatively with 23 member-municipalities in Washington and Orange counties to address regional issues and support effective local government. We engage with municipal leaders, area non-profits, regional organizations, and State and Federal agencies to implement a variety of projects and programs tailored to local and regional needs, and complete projects of statewide importance. CVRPC is a great place to start or advance your career in planning, surrounded by a dynamic, personable team working collaboratively to plan a sustainable future for the Central Vermont region.

Use the link above to view more details!

Job Description

 

This position is being re-advertised. Candidates who have previously submitted an application and were referred to the hiring manager are still being considered and do not need to reapply. 

This position would be a part of the Land Development Administration within the Planning and Development Department.

Incumbents provide advanced journey level professional planning work and are considered subject matter experts with the highest level of knowledge, providing consultation to other planning staff and to management. As assigned, incumbents may serve as lead workers, assigning work and monitoring work completion, and/or support staff, including coordinating training. This position will be a primary point of contact for those interested in performing development activity within the City of Raleigh.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

 

• The primary purpose of the position is to administer Unified Development Ordinance regulations and oversee the proper and lawful recordation of final plat legal instruments to ensure orderly and accurate real estate property records are established and maintained for parcel recombination and subdivisions of land, dedications of public and private easements, and other real estate matters of public record within the City’s jurisdiction
• Responsibilities also include the review of zoning and sign permits; and providing customer support and education to developers, builders, professional designers, and citizens to encourage development in accordance with City policies and ordinances
• Facilitates communications and project work with internal and external stakeholders; coordinates and develops work plans; monitors project status; provides updates and recommendations to leadership.
• Serves as a liaison and representative of assigned area and coordinates and supports partnerships with other departments, external organizations, and community groups
• Provides planning and analytical support related to programs, projects, and planning function of area of assignment; assists in managing and coordinating project/programs work and support activities
• Facilitates communications and project work with internal and external stakeholders; coordinates and develops work plans; monitors project status; provides updates and recommendations to leadership
• Evaluates land development processes and permitting procedures; recommends improvements; facilitates and assists in implementing new processes and approved program changes. Assists with special project administration and coordination
• Researches and gathers information related to planning efforts; prepares reports, maps, charts, data, presentations and/or other materials derived from research and analysis
• Identifies, develops, implements, and maintains processes and practices that encourage, support and promote effective, comprehensive and meaningful citizen engagement

 

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in planning or public administration or field directly related to assignment and five years of related professional planning experience

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation

Additional Information

Knowledge of:

• Supervisory principles, practices, and techniques (based on assignment)
• Techniques and methods for organizing, prioritizing, assigning, and monitoring work (based on assignment)
• Practices and methods of coaching and leading the work of others (based on assignment)
• Principles and practices of planning administration
• Principles and practices of program administration and management
• Principles and practices of project management
• Best practices, trends, and emerging technologies

Skill In:

• Coordinating deadlines, prioritizing work demands and assigning/monitoring work performed (based on assignment)
• Overseeing the implementation and adherence to quality assurance and standards.
• Researching industry trends, solutions, and best practices
• Authoring and preparing original reports, technical documents, and presentations
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards (based on assignment)

ADA and Other Requirements:
Positions in this class typically require: Fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Working Conditions:
Work is routinely performed in an indoor, office environment.

Note:
This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Duties and Responsibilities: Reviews plats and site plans and works with developers and the public for conformance with all zoning and subdivision ordinances, the comprehensive plan, and state law. Researches and prepares data and reports for various development applications including rezonings and major subdivisions for consideration by the Planning Board and Board of Commissioners. Directs or participates in the preparation of maps, charts, illustrations, presentations, and other related materials. Participates in public meetings, hearings, & presentations; explains recommendations and the planning process. Creates maps and other visual information using ArcPro and Adobe Creative Suite. Assists the general public, elected officials, and others on planning, development, and land use matters. May assist the Code Enforcement Department in Zoning and Special Use Permits and quasi-judicial proceedings. Responsible for assigned projects and potentially a board-appointed committee, including agenda preparation and minute taking. Reports to the Senior Planner under the direction of the Planning Director.

Qualifications: Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of urban and rural planning; general knowledge of NC land use law; general knowledge of the geographic, topographic, and socioeconomic layout of the County; skilled in the use of geographic information systems and work-related computer software, ArcPro; familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, and other technology used to perform position duties; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to attend work regularly; excellent interpersonal skills.

A bachelor’s degree in community planning, geography, public administration, or a related field; graduate degree in community, urban, or rural planning is preferred; entry-level position. Working knowledge of planning practices is required.

Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license or the ability to obtain one within six months. Ability to work some evenings and other times as necessary and requested and/or approved by the Senior Planner.

Pre-employment drug test and background checks required of finalist applicants.

Applications must be obtained, fully completed, and submitted to Henderson County HRD by mail 112 First Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC 28792, by email (hrd@hendersoncountync.gov), or by fax (828) 698-6184. Please see our website, www.hendersoncountync.gov/hr and refer to the Additional Applicant Information section for more detailed instructions.

The deadline for application is: Open until filled.

Salary Range: $24.99 – $27.50

Hiring salary will be determined based on qualifications and internal equity.

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JOB TITLE: PLANNER
DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

REPORTS TO: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
CLASSIFICATION: GRADE 15

FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT
PAY RATE: $59,868 MINIMUM

NATURE OF WORK
This is professional, administrative, and highly skilled technical work within the Department of Community Development. Work includes the coordination and management of various development, redevelopment, and special project activities. Three focus areas of the position include: urban planning, economic development, and housing/neighborhood revitalization. The work consists of the direction, coordination, and management of professional planning functions including comprehensive planning, neighborhood planning, project management, code enforcement/coordination, site development and design, business and industrial marketing, strategic planning, and basic master planning. Work also includes the research and administration of various state and federal grant programs [e.g. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Transportation Enhancement (ISTEA/TEA-21), and Historic Resources (DHR).
Position serves as staff support to the City Council, Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and other Council appointed Boards and Commissions. Work involves the continuous interaction with citizens, neighborhood and civic organizations, governmental agencies, and other city departments. Work is performed according to general guidelines and policies issued by the appropriate governmental agencies, and work is performed independently with minimal, general supervision. Work consists of the acquisition and effective use of a variety of professional consultant services, and includes planning, organizing, scheduling and assigning work activities. Coordination and guidance is exercised over professional, technical, and clerical personnel. Position serves as “deputy” Community Development Director during Director’s absence.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Coordinates, develops, presents, and administers various neighborhood and community planning projects and associated public participation processes. Responsibilities involve long and short-range planning activities including the preparation of land use plans, small area and corridor plans, community facilities and master plans, parks and greenway plans, neighborhood revitalization plans, economic development strategies, and housing rehabilitation programs.
• Organizes, directs, manages, and prepares complex technical planning reports and studies, including data collection and analyses, mapping, graphics, public information materials, and proposed ordinance amendments.
• Plans, directs, evaluates, and participates in development related projects with City staff and various public and private sector participants. Provides plan review assistance and site design recommendations to developers, contractors, consultants, etc.
  Coordinates and administers City’s Enterprise Zone Program. Prepares Zone Annual Report and updates the program design as needed. Promotes and markets Zone program to the local and outside business communities. Process state and local Enterprise Zone tax incentive applications. Consults area industry and business representatives with financial incentive information and offers assistance on a need basis.
• Works in a team environment with other planning/economic development professionals and provides guidance to supporting personnel and related boards and commissions.
• Conducts feasibility land use studies for residential, commercial, or industrial development/ redevelopment. Directs, coordinates, and organizes various updates to City Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances, as well as prepares updates to the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
• Investigates and prepares a variety of urban design projects centering around the natural and built environments. Conducts site analyses, small- and large-scale urban design studies, as well as develops streetscape and landscape design guidelines.
• Assists in the research, coordination, enforcement of various City development codes and ordinances, including zoning and subdivision.
• Initiates and administers various neighborhood revitalization programs including historic preservation/historic districts, housing rehabilitation/critical care, and brownfields redevelopment.
  Manages various City development projects [e.g. parks master plan, rails to trails greenway development, uptown renewal projects, etc.
• Researches, develops, and administers federal and state grant applications.
  Consults regularly with representatives from the area planning district commission and other regional and state planning agencies, as well as attends various related training symposiums and conferences to obtain information and keep abreast of new developments in the planning, community, and economic development fields.
• Prepares reports of new and revised planning programs for the City administration and general public; maintains zoning, enterprise zone, historic district, transportation maps and other related information files; advises the public on a variety of matters related to the development and redevelopment of land within the City.
• Assists the City’s Engineering Department with mapping and geographic information system (GIS) development.
• Performs any other related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF WORK

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a major in public administration, urban and/or regional planning, or closely related field and a minimum of three years experience in planning, economic development, or similar experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of modern urban planning methods and techniques.
• Considerable knowledge of the laws and regulations relating to the planning and construction of public facilities, as well as current trends and literature in the planning/economic development fields.
• Demonstrated experience in the management, coordination, preparation, and public presentation of neighborhood and community planning projects.
• Demonstrated experience in working with private developers, local governments, and with Council-appointed Boards and Commissions.
• General knowledge of building, fire prevention, property maintenance, and housing rehabilitation codes.
• Ability to interpret and analyze technical and statistical information, as well as to effectively communicate such information both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, City Officials, developers, business owners, architects, contractors, representatives of other agencies and the general public. Must have demonstrated visionary and sensory skills in order to effectively communicate with citizens, employees, local area governments and agencies, and community organizations [e.g., Chamber of Commerce, PHCC, MURA, Gateway Streetscape, PHDC, Local School System, SVEDP, etc.].
• Thorough knowledge of economic development principles and techniques, public administration, grant preparation and administration, real estate development, marketing, and related federal and state law regulations with respect to Enterprise Zones.
• General knowledge of civil engineering, landscape architecture, and environmental studies.
• Demonstrated project management skills with ability to make formal presentations and coordinate diverse groups of people and organizations.
• General knowledge and experience with municipal budgeting and finance principles.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee normally will work in an office environment, but will occasionally work in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.