Assistant City Planner - Great Falls, United States - City of Great Falls, MT

Description

Salary : $59, $69,900.00 Annually

Location : Great Falls MT, MT

Job Type: Regular Full Time

Job Number:

Department: Planning & Community Development

Division: Planning & CD Administration

Opening Date: 04/25/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Union Classification: Non-Union

Nature of Work

Performs entry-level professional work in the Department's current planning program, while providing support for special long-range planning projects. Work varies, requiring individual judgment in variation from standards and procedures. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Senior City Planner position.

Essential Functions of Work

• Provides zoning information to the public, property owners, and development interests.
• Reviews site plans for development, proposed subdivision plats, and home occupation requests; issues zoning permits; and inspects projects under construction for zoning compliance.
• Gathers and analyzes planning-related data for projects as assigned.
• Prepares maps, charts, graphs, and other illustrative material related to development projects or long-range planning projects.
• Prepares staff reports on development projects for presentation to the Planning Advisory Board, City Commission, Board of Adjustment, local/state/Federal agencies, special interest groups, civic groups, the general public, etc.
• Assists the department in long-range comprehensive planning initiatives and projects.
• Provides information to contractors, homeowners, organizations, businesses, government agencies/departments, and the general public as requested.

Education and Experience

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in planning, civil engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, public administration, or a related field.
• Mainframe and personal computer experience (Microsoft Office Suite software).
• GIS knowledge

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a valid Montana driver's license is required.

Requirements of Work

• Work is conducted in a fast-paced office environment. Incumbent must be able to work in a team environment and collaborate with other planners, building inspectors, and engineering staff to achieve desired outcomes.
• Because of financial investments being made in the development process, it is crucial that zoning information be conveyed accurately and in a timely fashion. Attention to detail is very important.
• Incumbent must have excellent communication skills both orally and in writing and possess the ability to clearly communicate planning concepts in both technical and non-technical terms in meetings with applicants as well as in more formal presentations to boards and commissions.
• Incumbent must also possess polished writing skills in creating letters and memos as well as Board and Commission staff reports.
• Ability to deal with a wide range of persons, including situations in which individuals may be upset over some issues involving City activities and policies.
• Ability to operate, or quickly learn to operate, a personal computer or other devices using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Ethical Conduct
• Attention to Detail
• Collaboration Skills
• Technical Skills
• Oral and Written Communication Proficiency

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed in an office environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, reach, ride, and perform similar body movements. Must have the ability to perform light physical work and to lift and carry up to 25 pounds at a time; the possession of hand/eye coordination sufficient to operate a personal computer, office equipment, and a motor vehicle; the ability to talkand hear in person or by telephone; and the ability to see and read instructions and reports.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

The work schedule is a 40-hour workweek, Sunday through Saturday. This position is exempt and not eligible for overtime. Normal work hours are Monday through Friday.

TRAVEL

Travel is primarily local during the business day. Occasional travel may be required to attend off-site training and educational opportunities.

Full-time Employee Benefits

The City of Great Falls offers a complete benefits package to our full-time employee including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement/pensions, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. The City offers life and long term disability insurance to all full-time non-union employees. Union employees receive longevity pay. Optional plans are available for employees, flexible spending account, and 457 deferred compensation accounts.

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