Planning Technician

GENERAL PURPOSE
Performs technical planning work in the support of the Planning Division; and, provides administrative support to professional planning staff related to planning analyses and report preparation.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Planning Manager. Exercises no supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
• Provides information to the public regarding zoning requirements involving building setbacks, home additions, fences, pools and accessory buildings
• Confers with and advises architects, builders, attorneys, contractors, engineers, and the general public regarding City development requirements, codes, fees, and standards; reviews and logs-in applications
• Reviews plans for general conformance with subdivision and zoning codes; maintains records of approved plans; prepares correspondence related to plan approval
• Researches, analyzes, and interprets social, economic, population, and land use data and trends; prepares written reports on various planning matters
• Assists in preparing agendas and exhibits for City Council meetings, Planning and Zoning Commission, various committees, and advisory boards as directed
• Attends and participates in professional groups and conferences as necessary
• Researches and drafts ordinances for review\
• Interprets and applies applicable laws, ordinances, and policies
• Communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Analyzes and compiles technical information and reports
• Performs related duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma/G.E.D. and two years of college coursework in urban planning or a closely related field and one year experience in a position performing entry level planning work or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Extensive knowledge of modern principles and practices of urban planning; master plan and zoning administration; current literature, information sources, and research techniques in the field of urban planning; laws, ordinances, policies, and regulations governing planning and land use.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in urban planning or a closely related field.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to walk, stand and sit; talk and hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms and exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently to move objects; involves sitting most of the time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret information and documents; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret situations; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions; and interact with officials and the public.

Work Environment
Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
 

FLSA Status: Non-exempt
 

Revised: 03/06

 

DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN  RESOURCES DEPARTMENT. Employment Hotline (Voice Only): 623-773-7105 Human Resources (Voice/TDD): 623-773-7100 EOE M/F/D/V AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER OPORTUNIDAD DE EMPLEO CON DERECHOS IGUALES 8401 West Monroe St, Suite 110 - Peoria Arizona 85345 - (623) 773-7100 - Fax (623) 773-7149

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