Temporary Part-Time Planner I

Temporary Part-Time Planner I (Planning Department)

Apply By: Open until filled
Minimum Starting Salary: $20-$25 per hour
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The Town of Wake Forest is seeking a Part-Time Planner I. The ideal candidate will perform professional planning and responsible administrative work in the Planning Department. This is a part-time position, which is primarily responsible for reviewing applications for zoning and sign permits, plan review, data research and drafting ordinance amendments. The ideal candidate can expect to work between 15 to 20 hours per week. Under limited supervision, the successful candidate will perform the advanced professional planning work including but not limited to the following:

Reviews applications for zoning and sign permits.
Does research of data and statistics for reports for the department and drafts ordinance amendments.
Assists with daily inquiries from the contractors, engineers, developers, property owners, and the general public on planning, land use, zoning and process questions; refers questions requiring interpretation to Assistant Planning Director and Planning Director.
Prepares planning data; interprets maps and data; assists Assistant Planning Director in preparation of a variety of planning reports.
Reviews site, subdivision, and construction plans. Reviews easement and subdivision plats.
Reviews plot plans for zoning conformance and issuance of development permits.
Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of principles and practices of municipal planning.

Knowledge of the environmental and socio‑economic implications of the planning procedures and processes.

Knowledge of governmental laws, programs, and services pertinent to the planning process.

Knowledge of planning data and ability to perform research functions and draft reports and position papers for higher level review and actions.

Skill in the collection, analysis, and compilation of technical data from maps, charts, and other sources.

Ability to work effectively with employees and the general public and answer basic land use questions for the Town.

Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

Ability to coordinate special work efforts and projects for the Assistant Planning Director.

Desirable Education and Experience:

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in Planning, Geography, Public Administration, or related field or any other combination of education and code administration and enforcement experience required. At least two years of experience in local government planning preferred.