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Job ID:      2012-2867     # of Openings Remaining:      1
Location:      US-TX-Garland     

Posted Date:      5/4/2012
Category:      City Administration     

Min:      USD $61,401.60/Yr.
Mid:      USD $79,830.40/Yr.     

Target Hiring Range:      $61,402 - $79,830 DOQ
Type:      Regular Full-Time         

Position Summary:

Responsible for administering and supervising the land development review process and providing complex professional planning analysis involving development regulation and special projects related to the utilization of land.  

 

Number of Direct Reports (include titles): 1-Development Planner, 1-Planning Technician
Essential Job Functions:

    Supervise the coordination and function of the development review process. Evaluate staff performance, assess training needs and develop improvements to workflow.
    Coordinate the pre-submittal and technical review processes. Review submitted plans and approve as appropriate. Coordinate with other reviewing departments.
    Prepare and present Planning Reports to Plan Commission. Draft ordinances for City Council approval.
    Research, analyze and provide information and recommendations for amendments to codes, ordinances and procedures, and for special projects.
    Serve as a liaison to inform citizens and/or public officials regarding the development process, planning issues and concerns.
    Represent the Planning Department as requested for City sponsored projects.

Preferred Knowledge - Abilities & Skills:

Education/ Experience:     

    Masters degree in Urban Planning, Geography or related field
    5-7 years experience in planning with focus on development
    1-2 years leadership or supervisory experience in urban planning

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:           

    Extensive knowledge of the principles of urban planning and the development process
    Extensive knowledge of plan implementation, program design and management methods
    Extensive knowledge of City, State and Federal policies and ordinances as they relate to planning
    Skill in leadership and facilitating interdepartmental cooperation and teamwork
    Skill to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
    Skill in the operation of software programs such as word processing, spreadsheet applications, geographic information systems, data base applications and presentation software
    Ability to establish, implement and oversee methodologies for data collection, analysis, and studies related to development planning

Licenses & Certifications:
 Valid Class C Texas driver's license
 American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Urban Planner certification preferred
Physical Tasks & Working Conditions:
The incumbent works in a typical office environment; occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards; occasional outside work.
Competencies:
Customer Focus
Decision Making/Judgment
Managing Conflict
People Development
People Management
Planning
Quality
Results Focus
Minimum Education & Work Experience :
 Four-year college degree
 5 years related experience
 1 year leadership or supervisory experience
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Posted on Tuesday 17-Apr-12 0:00 AM     

Description

The Department is working on a number of exciting and challenging projects, including coordination of regional transportation projects, updates to several of its general plan land use elements, such as updates to the Mobility and Housing Elements, drafting of a new Health Element, planning of Transit Oriented Development along future fixed rail lines, development of design overlay and specific plans, implementation of the bike plan and the review of new development projects. Interns' tasks may include:

 

-        Issue-specific research and analysis, including field surveys

-        Policy development, report and recommendation writing

-        Review of development projects for design and plan consistency

-        Review of CEQA documents

-        Web site development and maintenance

-        Community meeting preparation, participation and outreach

-        Graphics creation using SketchUp, Photoshop, or Illustrator

-        Preparation of presentations

-        Data entry and records management

-        Various general support duties
Industry:    
Position Type:    Full Time, Part Time
Position Level:    Intern
Position Reports To:    Conni Pallini-Tipton
Location:    Los Angeles, CA
Travel Required:    0% of the time (approximate)
Starts On:    30-Apr-12
Job Requirements
Experience

- Experience or education in Urban/City Planning, Political Science, Architecture

- Available minimum 16 hrs/week

 

Ideal candidates are familiar with the City of Los Angeles, enjoy problem-solving, and are highly motivated and detail-oriented.
Computer Skills

- Word, Excel, Powerpoint proficiency

- Experience with GIS, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator preferred, but not required
Education Required:    Urban Planning
Company Information
CITY OF LOS ANGELES
200 N SPRING STREET, ROOM 667
LOS ANGELES, CA 91755
USA
Contact Information
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Southern New Hampshire Planning Commission, NH

The Southern New Hampshire Planning Commission (SNHPC) is offering a research internship for an undergraduate or graduate student. The intern will work with the SNHPC staff on numerous planning related projects.

Applicant must be a continuing graduate or undergraduate student available to work at least 37.5 hours per week for six months. He/she shall have a good understanding and keen interest in planning and community development. Programs used are Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and GIS program ArcView 10. Excellent interpersonal and writing skills and high initiative also required. The applicant must provide their own transportation to and from the Planning Commission’s office in Manchester, New Hampshire. Salary is negotiable depending upon qualifications. Applicant to start by June 1, 2012 or soon after and the position will remain open until filled.

Please send applications to David J. Preece, AICP, Executive Director, SNHPC, 438 Dubuque Street, Manchester, NH 03102; or Fax to (603) 669-4350; or email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . AA/EOE