Listing Summary

Department: Planning & Development
Job Status: Full-Time
Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Days Worked: Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri.
Rate of Pay: $64,335.92 - $72,500.00 

 

Job Summary

The Senior Planner performs professional planning functions in support of the Department of Planning and Development's operations.

 

Essential Job Functions

• Supports the successful implementation of the City's land development and permitting procedures;
• Evaluates and processes applications for Planning Commission staff reports;
• Evaluates land subdivision applications for compliance with the City's subdivision ordinance;
• Conducts zoning reviews for occupational tax certificates, building permits, sign permits, zoning certifications, and land use applications;
• Facilitates complex projects related to land use and development programs such as comprehensive plans or other plans related to growth, development, and redevelopment;
• Interprets the City's Unified Development Code;
• Conducts on-site reviews and inspections;
• Analyzes site design, circulation, land use compatibility, utilities, and other facilities;
• Assists with the administration of the City's housing program;
• Assists the public, builders, property owners, staff, and others with general ordinance and code questions;
• Facilitates workshops, meetings, community outreach events, and public hearings;
• Collaborates with GIS to maintain up-to-date zoning maps and land use maps;
• Prepares staff reports for the Planning Commission.

 

Requirements to Perform Work

• Bachelor's Degree and three years of planning experience or a Master's Degree and two years of planning experience;
• Valid State of Georgia Driver's License;
• Advanced knowledge of the philosophies, principles, practices, and techniques of planning

 

Preferred Qualifications -

• Five or more years of relevant experience;
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification

 

Additional Information

The selected candidate must complete the following requirements prior to starting work with the City of Statesboro:

• Background Investigation
• Pre-Employment Urinalysis
• Pre-Employment Physical (If Applicable)