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Job Summary:
The Urban Planner will develop short- and long-range plans and programs for the best use of available land space in the jurisdictional limits of the city.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Analyzes data concerning current uses and long-term needs related to city land; analysis will consider all populations of the city, identifying needs as they pertain to schools, health care facilities, correctional facilities, open-space planning, and housing facilities for homeless, low-income, and elderly residents.
- Analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of redevelopment plans implemented in other cities; identifies which parts of those plans could be modified to address the citys needs.
- Creates technical and aesthetic designs intended to make the best use of available land.
- Recommends prioritized solutions to address city needs.
- Consults with land developers, civic leaders, and public officials.
- Identifies ways to maximize public benefits from private development projects.
- Creates, compiles, organizes, or otherwise prepares materials for community relations meetings.
- Presents and defends recommendations and plans to the city council, planning commission, and other legislative committees to secure approval and financing necessary to implement plans.
- Acts as mediator in public disputes.
- Provides supervision and conducts audits to ensure developments comply with financial and other specifications.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven negotiation skills and the ability to create consensus.
- Ability to clearly and persuasively present ideas.
- Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
- Ability to properly analyze data and make appropriate recommendations.
- Ability to predict growth and needs.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Urban Planning, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Political Science, or related field required; Masters degree highly preferred.
- At least eight years of experience in planning and development, preferably in the public sector.
- Certification by American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
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