PLANNER

The purpose of this position is to support department planning activities, including development plan review, advisory board staffing, research, project management, and community engagement.

Development Plan Review: Conducts development plan review using Town of Chapel Hill development standards; works with staff from other Town departments and organizations as part of Technical Review Team.

Staff Support: Provides staff support to Town Advisory Boards, committees, and the Town Council.

Project Management: Manages and oversees implementation of various planning related projects according to departmental work plan and with limited supervision.

Data Research and Analysis: Gathers complex planning-related data and prepares analysis for staff review as directed by supervisor.

Report Preparation and Presentation: Evaluates data and prepares plans and reports for distribution and presentation to the Council, Advisory Boards, Town departments, and the general public.

Customer Service and Community Engagement :  Provides planning information as needed to community stakeholders, development applicants, and others; engages community stakeholders and the general public in planning initiatives to share information and solicit input from diverse communities.

Performs other related duties as required:     Such duties include review and analyze  development applications, providing assistance during the development review process, and supporting the administration and implementation of federal/state grants

Supervision Exercised
None

Physical Demands
The work requires sitting at a desk or table, with intermittent standing or stooping. The employee uses equipment requiring a moderate degree of dexterity.

Work Environment
The work is typically performed in an office environment and remote.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of planning, zoning, land use, and/or inspection
• Community engagement practices
• Project management techniques
• Microsoft Office

Ability to:

• Learn Federal, state, and local laws regarding land use regulation
• Read and interpret ordinances, statutes, plans, plats, maps, blueprints, and similar documents
• Read and understand development and planning related documents, site plans, other development related materials, technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents
• Develop and communicate complex presentations in a public setting
• Plan, organize, supervise, and carry out complex research projects effectively and simultaneously
• Learn new software programs for development review
• Solve problems and make sound decisions; perform mathematical calculations
• Maintain accurate financial records and prepare reports
• Utilize a computer, office equipment and various word processing and database software applications to include virtual meeting platforms
• Work collaboratively, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, customers, and supervisors
• Communicate effectively (orally and in writing)
• Work independently and manage time
• Model behavior that is consistent with our Town values of RESPECT