Please see the attached job description for an exciting long range planning opportunity in New Hanover County, one of the most urban of North Carolina’s 100 counties and the location of historic Wilmington and the destination towns of Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, and Kure Beach.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
This position is open until filled; however, priority consideration will be given to applications received through July 21, 2019. Applicants who previously applied do not need to re-apply and are still under consideration.

New Hanover County is seeking a motivated professional to perform long range planning duties in the Planning and Land Use Department. This position works in coordination with the current and long range planning team to implement New Hanover County’s Comprehensive Plan andother projects and initiatives to promote more efficient development patterns within unincorporated New Hanover County. It requires strong analytical skills, competence in managing multiple ongoing projects, building and developing partnerships with stakeholders to ensure the comprehensive plan vision is achieved; and the ability to clearly communicate technical information through written reports, memorandums, and presentations. Typical work activities include demographic and land use research, policy and data analysis, community-level planning, and public outreach. Duties include evaluating and preparing written reports on amendments to long range plans, development codes, the Official Zoning Map, and other related proposals; serving as a staff liaison in a variety of long range planning focus areas, including transportation; preparing technical studies and reports; and preparing or assisting in the preparation of grant applications.

New Hanover County’s Planning and Land Use department is comprised of a team of dedicated professionals who stay committed to the County’s goal of intelligent growth and economic development by providing services in the areas of short and long range planning and zoning. The department oversees research, planning, and zoning activities to ensure orderly growth and development for New Hanover County. The comprehensive plan is used as a guide, to address our County’s current development trends, determine a vision for how the community would like to see New Hanover County develop over the next twenty five years, and determine a plan for how to achieve this vision.

Our long range planning team is committed to a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach to addressing the ongoing challenges of laying a framework for the next twenty to thirty years of growth and development in the unincorporated areas of the county. We work in a variety of areas, including comprehensive planning, transportation, zoning and development regulation, and are seeking a motivated professional interested in building a broad base of skills and a strong community. As a member of the long range team, you will have the opportunity to work closely with current planning, zoning, and engineering staff, as well as organizational and community partners who focus on public health, transportation, and parks planning.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or related field and two years of professional level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Master’s Degree strongly preferred.
Must have excellent customer service, oral and written communications skills, and interpersonal skills. Must have excellent computer skills, including the ability to create graphic designs and professional documents. Experience in zoning administration, development review, transportation planning, GIS, and implementation of a comprehensive plan is preferred. Must have good driving record.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
NC Driver License
AICP preferred – must be obtained within 5 years of employment

OTHER INFORMATION:
Hours are 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday through Friday, with some night and weekend work possible for meetings or public outreach events.
Must be available to work during emergency situations.

Salary Information:
The current salary range for this position is $49,236 – $83,701. The hiring range for this position is $49,236 – $66,469 plus a competitive benefits package. Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations.

TO APPLY: https://humanresources.nhcgov.com/job-opportunities/

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Duties
Performs intermediate technical work enforcing the zoning ordinance and various environmental codes; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Inspections Director, with additional work assigned by the Development Director.

Distinguishing Features of the Class
An employee in this class is required to possess a general knowledge of practices and procedures associated with managing building and local land use and zoning code compliance and perform a variety of administrative and paraprofessional functions. The position manages the administration of code issues from discovery to compliance which requires excellent communications skills and knowledge of compliance tools provided in local, state and federal regulations. While applicants will not be expected to be familiar with the Mebane Unified Development Ordinance upon hiring, a working knowledge of this document is required within six months. The position will spend a significant amount of time developing, maintaining and enforcing compliance processes and procedures as well as conducting administrative tasks. The Code Enforcement Officer works closely with internal and external customers on a regular basis to provide customer service on data management, inspections and code issues.

Illustrative Examples of Work
Enforcing zoning ordinance and various environmental and minimum housing codes; inspecting properties; maintaining records; preparing reports. (These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
• Investigates violations associated with minimal housing, abandoned structures, abandoned property, weeds, junk and other nuisances identified by the codes of the City of Mebane.
• Enforces the Mebane Unified Development Ordinance.
• Researches statutes and code regulations; provides advice to the public on code
applications, ordinances and statutes.
• Conducts field inspections and on-site inspections of property, existing and proposed land
use, vehicles, signs, landscaping, parking and rights-of-way to determine compliance
with code regulations.
• Initiates action on violations; issues citations to resolve code violations; continues follow-
up enforcement as necessary; files, logs and maintains records.
• Consults with citizens, contractors, architects and engineers regarding their application to
help ensure compliance with ordinances, regulations and codes.
• Removes illegal signs from rights-of way.
• Installs and removes public hearing signs.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Thorough knowledge of North Carolina zoning laws and various environmental codes; • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, site plans and designs to ensure compliance with
appropriate ordinances and codes;
• General knowledge of legal procedures related to the enforcement of ordinances and codes;
• Ability to prepare factual reports and present same to appropriate board or council;
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, public
officials, associates and the general public;
• Ability to enforce ordinances and regulations with firmness, tact and impartiality.

Educations and Experience
Considerable experience as a building code, zoning, or nuisance abatement official, police officer, or equivalent enforcement role preferred. Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Special Requirements
• A valid North Carolina driver’s license
• Proficiency or fluency in speaking Spanish preferred

Position open until filled.

Salary: $44,777-$55,632

TO APPLY: http://www.cityofmebane.com/city_hall/departments/human_resources/employment_opportunities

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PLEASE NOTE: HIRING RANGE FOR THIS POSITION IS $63,229 – $75,875. POSITION RANGE IS $63,299 – $101,167.

Description
Performs difficult technical and responsible administrative work conducting plans review and overseeing and participating in the administration and enforcement of building codes and related ordinances; does related work as required. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Inspections Director.

Examples of Duties

Supervises Building Inspectors
Completes annual performance evaluations
Examines building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical construction plans for new and renovated commercial structures. Prepares notes for inspectors use in field. Verifies compliance with applicable codes.
Performs field inspections and re-inspections of residential and public facilities for compliance with state building codes and Town ordinances. Signs certificates of occupancy;
Approves or rejects plans and communicates results to appropriate parties. Checks status of applications on hold for revisions or approval by other agencies.
Conducts preconstruction and presubmittal conferences with designers and contractors, with an emphasis on coordinating and scheduling for all new buildings and large alterations/upfits
Handles special projects as assigned.
Investigates and resolves complaints from citizens.
Prepares sustainability reports.
Maintains detailed records of contacts and decisions.
Receives, investigates and attempts to resolve complaints from citizens regarding substandard construction.
Assists Inspections Director with the development of internal policies and procedures.
Trains and develops field inspectors to advance to other levels of code enforcement and plan review.
Assists inspectors with code interpretation.
Conducts meetings to update on recent changes in policies and procedures.
Assists with the recruitment and selection of personnel.
Performs the duties of a Building Inspector when workload dictates.
Performs related tasks as required.
Conduct site plan review for commercial buildings with an emphasis on ADA compliance
Create and implement training program for site plan review and site inspections for Inspections staff
Create and implement quality assurance reviews for building plans and inspections (both residential and commercial) to verify accuracy with NC Building Codes
Act as lead for Damage Assessment team for Inspections
Primary Inspections liaison for Express Review
Coordinate/conduct needed inspections for ABC permits
Conduct special event plan reviews and coordinate/conduct associated inspections for temporary structures
Facilitate requirements for Temporary Certificate of Occupancy and Safe to Stock
Primary Inspections liaison for Planning/Engineering presubmittal and preconstruction meetings
Coordinate inspections and plan review for Inspectors using Energov
Create and implement a cross training program for residential and commercial plan review and inspections
Responsible for scheduling and assigning work in Energov

Typical Qualifications

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical code enforcement; thorough knowledge of building, construction, engineering and structural engineering principles and practices; thorough knowledge of plans review; ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinates; ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form; firmness and tact in enforcing codes and ordinances; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with building owners, contractors, associates, County, and the general public.

Supplemental Information

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and extensive experience in building, electrical and inspections work.

Possession of, or ability to obtain within 1 year from date of hire, Level III Standard Certification in all four construction disciplines (Building, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical) as required by the North Carolina Code Officials Qualifications Board. To apply for prequalification, please visit https://apps.ncdoi.net/f?p=114:1:::::: . Copy of prequalification letter must be received prior to interviews. Please forward prequalification letters to spadgett@townofmorrisville.org .

CLOSING DATE: 08/02/19 04:59 PM

TO APPLY: https://www.townofmorrisville.org/government/departments-services/human-resources/employment-opportunities

The City of Waterbury has hired Randi Frank Consulting to assist them with the recruitment of their City Planner Position which is vacant due to a retirement -exciting position working on innovative economic development projects. Please review the advertisement below and the attached profile and share it with your network and your professional associations. If you have any questions about the position please contact Ms. Randi Frank or see details and links to the City Website and application process at www.randifrank.com

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED OR SUFFICIENT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED – First screening of applications will be between July 24 and Aug 5, 2019

CITY PLANNER POSITION AVAILABLE

CITY OF WATERBURY, CT

(Population 110,000)

Located only two hours from New York and Boston off of interstate 84, Waterbury is a great location to live, work, learn and play. Waterbury, Connecticut, is a city that’s going places. With a highly skilled workforce, a robust infrastructure, and manufacturing companies that have re-invented themselves to adapt to the new economy. Waterbury neighborhoods are thriving with new schools. Businesses are being motivated to come to town. But the real gift to the region is the cultural flavor that remains in the neighborhoods established by early immigrants, which gives Waterbury its diverse personality, rich traditions, and highly engaged people.

The City Planner performs highly responsible, professional and administrative work. This position directs, actively manages and the leads the Planning Department which includes: Land Use, Wetlands and Zoning Enforcement. The Planner is responsible for short- and long-term planning needs of the City including the City Plan of Conservation and Development which was last updated in 2015 and will require updating by 2025. Supervises and assigns work to the three Land Use Officers who assist with development plans and permits and enforcing zoning and inland wetland regulations. Works with and provides advice to the following Boards and Commissions: City Plan Commission, Zoning Commission, Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in planning or related field from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban planning, regional planning, urban design, public administration, business management or a closely related field, plus five years of increasingly responsible experience in comprehensive urban planning preferably with a mid-to large-sized municipality, including two years of administrative and supervisory responsibility; 6 additional years of responsible planning experience is acceptable in lieu of Masters’ degree; AICP certification preferred

Compensation and Application Process

· Open Competitive Examination for: City Planner—Salary Range $85,000-$120,000

· Excellent Fringe Benefits. This position has a Three (3) year contract provision per City Charter

· To Apply you must follow instruction on City HR Website and complete application.

· Applications must be submitted via mail to office or via email at mjamieson@waterburyct.org or fax to 203-574-8087 Copies of Degree or Transcripts and applicable Certifications must be submitted with Application

· If you have questions about the position please contact our consultant—Ms. Randi Frank at randi@randifrank.com or 203-213-3722. Links to City Website and application can be found on www.randifrank.com

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED OR SUFFICIENT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED

First screening of applications will be between July 24 and Aug 5, 2019

City of Waterbury is an Equal Opportunity Employer—E.O..E. M/F/H/V

EEOP Utilization Report available upon request

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED OR SUFFICIENT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED – First screening of applications will be between July 24 and Aug 5, 2019

APPLY: http://www.waterburyct.org/content/9569/9605/9625/default.aspx

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The Principal Planner is part of a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary regional planning department engaged in long-term, regional scale issues that integrate development, environmental quality, infrastructure and mobility. The position manages contract- and grant-funded projects, provides technical assistance, conducts analysis, develops plans and studies and facilitates collaboration among member governments and partner organizations.

Must be knowledgeable of federal and state laws and policies related to community and economic development. Successful candidates will demonstrate interests and experiences in a wide range of issues, most notably resilient communities, but also housing affordability and community asset management. Excellent research and synthesis skills are required. Superb communication (writing, speaking), interpersonal, and consensus-building skills are imperative, as well as the ability to understand different perspectives, build collaborative relationships and develop and implement creative solutions. The person must be self-motivated, diligent, and able to work with limited direct supervision. Demonstrated competence in contract and budget development and administration is essential. Experience with state and federal community and economic development programs is highly desirable. The ability to use Microsoft Office software is required; GIS ability is a plus.
We are seeking a skilled team member who can hit the ground running to update the region’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) and leverage the Triangle Regional Resiliency Assessment and our staff’s expertise in housing, water resources and brownfields to benefit the Triangle’s cities, towns and counties.

Required: Master’s degree in planning, public administration, or related field, together with three years of progressively more responsible experience in community and economic development. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in a related field, that have extensive experience in project management and demonstrated advanced knowledge, and that have documented participation in specialized instruction (e.g. associated with professional accreditation) may be considered.

Hiring range: $58,528 to $60,500 (Salary range: $58,528 to $93,645)

Benefits: The Triangle J Council of Governments offers a generous benefits package including paid vacation and sick leave; NC Local Government Retirement System; 401(k); health, dental, vision and life insurance; health spending account, flexible spending account for child/dependent care expenses; and flexible work schedules.

How to Apply
1. Download TJCOG employment application at: http://www.tjcog.org/employment- opportunities.aspx
2. Send completed application package (cover letter, completed application and resume) to: Employment – Principal Planner
Triangle J Council of Governments 4307 Emperor Blvd, Suite 110 Durham, NC 27703
or by email to employment@tjcog.org with the subject Principal Planner.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Position is open until filled; initial review of
applications begins July 22, 2019.
All employment offers will be within the stated hiring rage.

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The Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC) seeks an independent operator for the position of Regional Planner. The PTRC is the lead regional organization for the 12 counties of the Piedmont Triad of North Carolina. Primary duties are related to transportation planning services to local government members. Secondary duties include a strong skillset to assist in land use planning and zoning ordinance updating. Additional planning activities will be needed. Job posting will remain open until filled.

Bachelor’s degree in planning or a related field with minimum of 5 years’ experience in planning or related field. Candidates can distinguish themselves with a Master’s or AICP certification. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Individual must have a general knowledge of local and regional planning principles and practices with experience in grant writing, along with intermediate knowledge of ArcGIS systems and software including basic data processing using Microsoft programs. Experience in transportation planning is desirable. Successful candidate will possess the ability to work independently; review information for accuracy and consistency; interpret regulations; determine when to seek guidance from superiors; and possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Position requires superb verbal and written communication skills to interact with a variety of individuals including co-workers, local government staff, general public, and elected officials. Successful candidate must pass organization’s pre-employment drug screen and organization’s background screening process Valid NC driver’s license required. Travel throughout 12-county region is required. Other travel may be required on occasion.

The Piedmont Triad Regional Council is the Lead Regional Organization that collaborates with the local leaders of the 12 county Piedmont Triad region to implement creative regional solutions with the mission to improve the lives of the community. The PTRC accomplishes its mission through seven programs that include the Area Agency on Aging, Criminal Justice Systems Administration, Economic Development, Community Development, Management Services, Regional Planning, and Workforce Development. The PTRC hires and retains staff that is at the top of their field. See why our employees love working at the PTRC.

Classification and starting salary is dependent upon credentials and experience. PTRC offers competitive salary and excellent benefits including Local Governmental Employees Retirement System (LGERS).

APPLY: https://www.ptrc.org/about/job-openings-careers and search “Regional Planner”

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DESCRIPTION:
Performs work with an emphasis on data analysis and mapping functions with geographic information systems (GIS) technology to support planning and inspections activities and other Town departments, serves as the Energov Administrator performing maintenance, upgrades, and implementation of new features to support the Town’s permitting and inspections software, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Planning & Inspections Director.

Essential Job Functions

Provides GIS support to the Planning & Inspections department and other departments;
Creates, collects, analyzes, and maintains a variety of statistical data; creates and maintains GIS layers, data models and maps; develops GIS applications with the appropriate software.
Interprets data and performs spatial and other kinds of analysis on areas relating to land use, development trends, and special projects; responds to requests for data analysis by researching, compiling information, and analyzing a variety of planning issues from multiple sources.
Manages internal and external applications of the Energov software platform to ensure efficiency and accuracy across multiple departments; performs technical code-writing and other procedural adjustments associated with the implementation, configuration, testing, overall use/functionality, launch, and ongoing maintenance of the Energov software platform.
Serves as an expert resource for all Energov software users and a liason between users and the vendor’s support services.
Maintains the Town’s addressing system and assigns new addresses; responds to questions and concerns from property owners, developers, and agencies regarding streets and addresses.
Prepares correspondences, reports, maps, charts, diagrams; digitizes geographic data and inputs other nongraphic data.
Prepares public notice mailing lists for public hearings; attends public meetings as necessary.
Assists other department staff as needed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in geography, planning, computer science, or a related field and considerable experience in GIS applications, computer mapping, and permitting and inspections software, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possession of GISP certification or similar upon hire.
Possession of an appropriate driver’s license valid in the State of North Carolina.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

General knowledge of engineering and architectural drawings and plans.
General knowledge of database programming languages such as SQL, R or Python.
General knowledge of front end design languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript and various mapping languages.
Thorough knowledge of addressing best practices and planning, zoning, and inspections processes and workflows.
Thorough knowledge of ESRI technical support information and documents.
Comprehensive knowledge of policies, practices, procedures, and current trends of Geographic Information Systems.
Comprehensive knowledge of ArcGIS 10.X and related extensions and add-ons, ArcGIS Online, REST Services, and relational databases and data cataloging.
Comprehensive knowledge of Tyler Energov modules, technical support information, and documents.
Ability to learn and apply those aspects of Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards pertinent to assigned areas of responsibility.
Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
Ability to utilize statistical, algebraic, or geometric applications, principles, and practices of research and data collection.
Ability to apply the principles and practices of project management.
Ability to conduct themselves in a professional manner regardless of situation.
Ability to effectively communicate with staff and customers in both oral and written form, both in group and one on one settings.
Ability to solve problems, to gather relevant information, to solve vaguely defined practical problems.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to perform varied assignments under appropriate degrees of supervision.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, supervisors, elected officials, consultants, engineers, surveyors, architects, representatives of other agencies and the general public.

Physical Requirements

This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work occasionally requires standing, walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, lifting and repetitive motions and frequently requires sitting and speaking or hearing; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions; work is generally in a moderate noise location (e.g. business office with computer printers/copiers, light traffic).

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary Range- $52,394.50-$83,831.21 Hiring Range- $52,394.50-$60,897.60 Salary within the hiring range is determined based on relevant and verifiable work experience.

Position is open until filled.

APPLY: https://recruiting.myapps.paychex.com/appone/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=2554960

CLOSING: 7/31/2019 5:00 PM Eastern
APPLY: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/matthewsnc/jobs/2489106/planner-ii?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Distinguishing Features of the Class

An employee in this class performs difficult journey level planning to provide coordinated guidance and regulation of the growth and development of the Town. Work involves creating and updating maps and GIS data base; reviewing applications for sign permits; assisting citizens and developers with various development issues; preparing text amendments; updating documents and plans; and participating in site plan reviews, zoning verification, and special projects. Work involves considerable research, public contact often in sensitive or emotional issues requiring judgment, firmness, and tact. The role also includes developing a favorable relationship between the Town and the community. Work is supervised by the Planning Director and is evaluated through conferences, review of work results obtained, and overall acceptance of the programs by the Town’s citizens.

Essential Duties and Tasks

Creates and updates maps; manages and updates data; gathers data and researches needed information; develops graphs and tables utilizing GIS technology.
Reviews applications for sign permits and makes sure they are in compliance with the UDO.
Assists the public, developers, engineers, contractors, and others with information, processes, technical guidance and other customer service needs in the development review process.
Updates design guidelines such as building styles, sign regulations, streetscape improvements, and requirements for tree protection.
Prepares text amendments for the UDO; prepares staff reports, memoranda, etc.
Facilitates various meetings, task forces, teams and other groups.
Performs site plan reviews; prepares zoning verification letters; prepares grant applications and performs other special projects.
Reviews plans for compliance with land use plans; researches and prepares recommendations for board consideration; reviews commercial site plans for compliance with town codes.
Researches and prepares planning elements necessary for decisions by management or boards regarding land use, zoning, housing, transportation, open space, and environmental impact.
Represents the Town with various local, regional and state groups; serves as staff when needed to Planning Board, and Town Commissioners.

Additional Job Duties

Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of the Town’s zoning, land use, and other ordinances and codes.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of community and economic development and public sector planning.
Knowledge of governmental laws, programs, and services pertinent to the community and economic development and planning processes.
Considerable knowledge of GIS systems including application of software, hardware and peripherals to planning needs.
Considerable knowledge of the environmental and socio economic implications of the planning process.
Knowledge of the application of information technology to the work.
Skill in the collection, analysis, and presentation of technical data and planning recommendations.
Skill in conflict resolution, meeting facilitation, and public presentations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community groups, federal, state, regional, Town officials, and the general public.
Ability to enforce codes with firmness and tact.
Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and studies.
Ability to express ideas effectively in oral and written form.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with staff, leaders, volunteers, elected officials and the general public.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of reaching, standing, walking, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Must be able to perform light work exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Must possess the visual acuity to examine and work with maps, charts, and detailed materials, operate a computer, inspect sites regarding planning issues, and do extensive reading.

Desired Education and Experience
Graduation from a college or university preferably with a Masters degree in planning or related field and professional experience in public sector planning; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Typical Qualifications

The Town of Matthews, NC is seeking an energetic professional team player, self-motivated, with well-developed communication and consensus-building skills. This position focuses on providing high quality GIS-generated products for the Planning and Development Department, various Town departments and others. The qualified candidate must demonstrate strong GIS capabilities as evidenced by past/current work responsibilities, with preference for familiarity with ArcGIS/ArcPro systems at the parcel and community level. The candidate should also have experience in performing a variety of professional urban planning tasks, including: proven ability to compile technical and statistical data and clearly present them in oral and written format; working knowledge of transportation planning efforts; experience with rezoning and site development review processes; and providing technical planning expertise to citizens.

General work hours are 8AM to 5PM weekdays, with occasional evening meetings.

Hiring Range for this position is from $47,397 to $60,431 depending upon qualifications.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in city planning or closely related field with coursework in GIS, and at least three years of experience in a GIS position or a local government planning position with demonstrable proficiency in GIS. AICP preferred, or can attain AICP designation within two years of employment. Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Drivers License.

Job Description

This class is the seventh level in a ten-level Transportation Series devoted to transportation system maintenance, planning, management and administration. Incumbents provide journey-level professional transportation planning and/or program administration and coordination. As assigned, incumbents may serve as lead workers, assigning work and monitoring work completion.

Hiring Range: $47,902.00 – $57,500.00 (Promotional Hiring Range may vary)
Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties:
The Wake Transit Planner position provides technical assistance with responsibilities assigned to the MPO through the Wake Transit program.

The MPO is responsible for transit planning activities including the administration of an adopted project-level concurrence process for projects funded through Wake Transit; managing the Community Funding Area Program, including providing technical transit planning assistance to local towns and agencies, prioritizing projects for funding, and monitoring project progress; managing consultant-led projects for Wake Transit implementation planning; managing the development of the annual Wake Transit Work Plan, including multi-year capital and operating programs; staffing the Wake Transit Planning Advisory Committee (TPAC); maintaining and updating the multi-year Wake Transit Vision Plan; designation of project sponsors; leading evaluations of Wake Transit-funded project performance against adopted performance targets; and maintaining and administering the application of an adopted project prioritization policy.

This is an entry-level position that will report to the CAMPO Wake Transit Program Manager and will assist with all aspects of the MPO’s Wake Transit Plan implementation work. Core responsibilities of the position include providing technical and coordination assistance in the development of annual Wake Transit Work Plans (including Work Plan amendments) and for ongoing management of the Community Funding Area program.

The position will also be responsible for ongoing website maintenance and providing technical assistance for the TPAC’s evaluations of project performance. Broadly, this position will involve providing technical support, research, administration, and coordination with partner agencies to ensure the MPO’s Wake Transit responsibilities are carried out in an efficient and effective fashion. Attention to detail, ability to prioritize and complete tasks with competing deadlines, and ability to produce high-quality work in a fast-paced work environment are essential.

This position is a key member of the MPO’s team focused on delivering quality transit planning services to our member governments and partner agencies. Applicants should have a working knowledge of the principles and practices of regional transportation planning in an urban setting and some familiarity with federal transit and transportation funding programs and practices. An ability to establish and maintain productive professional working relationships with partners including technical staff and the general public is necessary. General knowledge of transit planning principles is helpful.

Applicants should recognize the value of the Wake Transit program as a transformative component of the MPO’s transportation planning work in Wake County, and should be motivated self-starters able to work both independently and in a team environment.

Preference will be given to candidates with Bachelor’s Degree level or higher in a related field (Urban or Regional Planning, Transportation Planning, Public Administration, or similar), and at least one year of experience working in a local or regional planning setting.
Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in urban planning with an emphasis on transportation planning and management, transportation engineering or directly related field and two years of related 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.

Licensing/Certifications
Valid Driver’s License may be required
Additional Information

Knowledge of:

Project management principles and practices.
Principles and practices of program administration and management.
Best practices, trends and emerging technologies.
Principles and methods of qualitative and quantitative research.
Principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis.
Best practices, trends and emerging technologies.
Principles and techniques of effective oral presentations.
Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment).
Customer service principles.
Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
Modern office technology.

Skill In:

Planning, researching and analyzing program or operational data for process improvement.
Managing a project or program.
Researching industry trends, solutions and best practices.
Gathering data, analyzing findings and applying logic and reason.
Interpreting, monitoring and reporting financial information and statistics.
Coordinating deadlines and prioritizing competing demands.
Authoring and preparing original reports, technical documents and presentations.
Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards (based on assignment).
Providing customer service.
Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

ADA and Other Requirements:
Positions in this class typically require: standing, walking, fingering, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Light Work:
Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work, and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light work.
Working Conditions:
Work is routinely performed in an indoor, office environment.
Note:
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Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Close Date: Open Until Filled
Salary Range: $48,700.34 – $72,208.85

Description: This is a full-time permanent position responsible providing land use planning services to citizens, business owners, property owners and developers to ensure our community is developed in accordance with the Town’s Land Use Ordinances and Comprehensive Growth Plan. Work involves high level professional planner responsibilities in the formation, installation, modification and improvement of the Town’s growth and development. Work involves coordination with a variety of other regional, local and state jurisdictions and agencies, considerable knowledge of the planning field, GIS, and local ordinances, and extensive public contact skills, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills.
Duties involve: reviewing and approving applications, permits, subdivision plats, and development plans; zoning interpretations; preparing planning material for agenda packets; presenting cases to appropriate boards and Council, which involves some evening work; providing assistance to the public; and, other work as needed to deliver expected departmental services to stakeholders. Excellent communication and customer service skills are required with a proven ability to work effectively with both private and public sectors. This position is also responsible for the preparation of proposals and grant applications that will benefit the Town. This work will be performed in an office setting and the position reports directly to the Town Manager.
Requirements: High school graduate or GED; Experience in working with the general public and using self-management skills and interpersonal skills. Graduation from a four year college or university with a major in planning, geography, landscape architecture, or related field and experience in municipal, county or regional planning; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree in urban planning or public administration preferred. Preference will be given to applicants certified by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) or North Carolina Association of Zoning Officials (CZO), or who will be able to obtain certification in a short period of time.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess or obtain prior to employment, a valid North Carolina Driver’s license and maintain said license during the term of employment. Experience working with computer programs is preferred. Because of the nature of this position, a strict criminal background investigation will be conducted during the hiring process.
Applications can be accessed on the Town website at http://townofhollyridge.net/info/employment/ or at Town Hall. Mail or bring resume with an application to Holly Ridge Town Hall, PO Box 145, Holly Ridge, NC 28445 ATTN: Interim Town Manager Heather Reynolds. Open until filled. EOE.

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