Job Description

The salary range for this position is $45,301 – $72,482. Candidates with experience may start at the midpoint of $58,891. This is an FLSA non-exempt, full time, with full benefits.

** DESCRIPTION:** **** Under guidance of the Assistant Town Manager/Community Development Director, this position researches and analyzes issues and applications related to planning, zoning, and land use for both residential and commercial development. This position processes applications for General Plan amendments, zoning, and site plan applications, prepares and presents reports and staff recommendations, and performs planning duties associated with both the Town’s current and long-range plans. This position assists in the review and processing of various planning applications. Attendance at evening meetings may be required.

CLASSIFICATION : Employees of this class are expected to function as a team leader on complex projects that require gathering, analyzing, and presenting technical data in a municipal setting. This is a non-exempt, full-time, classified position with full benefits.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES: Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following:

• Assists with the organization and operations of the Community Development Department.
• Interacts with the public, elected officials, coworkers, and business professionals on a regular basis.
• Receives and reviews residential and commercial site plans, zoning, development, land use and subdivision applications from the public, outside agencies.
• Assists Senior Planner with agenda management and distribution of informational materials for several boards and commissions. Works with coworkers in the preparation for, notification of, conduct of and activities for a variety of meetings and events.
• Answers questions and provides information to the public, staff and outside agencies regarding zoning, land use, and the General Plan.
• Prepares studies, grant requests, and reports on planning projects, issues or changes in the Zoning Code or Town Code.
• Researches and prepares detailed and technical staff reports and recommendations, and makes public presentations to Boards, Commissions and Town Council and other groups as needed.
• Reviews plot plans for conformance with development standards prior to issuance of building permits.
• Provides technical assistance and makes recommendations to developers, engineers, architects, and the public.
• Operates technical equipment and software to update or create maps as requested relative to subdivisions, developments, capital improvement projects, zoning requirements, and other projects.
• Maintains and updates databases using available software.
• Develops and maintains links between various databases.
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality, seamless customer service.
• Composes and prepares correspondence, reports and other materials as required.
• Initiates and maintains a variety of files, records, and databases (hard copy and electronically).
• Provides information to the public on Town services and operations.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

Qualifications

** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:** Any combination of education and/or experience providing the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance is acceptable. A bachelor’s degree in planning, geography, or related field is strongly preferred. A minimum combination includes an associate degree in planning or related field with a minimum of two (2) to four (4) years’ experience in public sector work. Will consider other relevant levels of qualification.

** KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:**

• Ability to review development plans for compliance with t adopted codes and ordinances, including site plans, preliminary and final plats, and Planned Area Development plans.
• Ability to read and interpret adopted Town and Zoning Codes, and General Plan requirements.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with others.
• Ability to compose detailed planning documents.
• Ability manages multiple projects, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, statutes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of urban planning, development, local government policies, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of desktop publishing software such as Word or Adobe Pro.

** SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS, LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS** : Must possess a valid Arizona drivers’ license at time of appointment and maintain an excellent driving record.

Additional Information

** PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:** **** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and duties.

This classification involves work that may require:

• Vision sufficient to read technical, legal and regulatory documents, periodicals, computer screens, computer print outs, business correspondence, audio visual materials, and other documents encountered in the course of work;
• Hearing sufficient to hear conversational levels in person and over the telephone or radio;
• Speech sufficient to make oneself heard and understood in person, in front of groups, in meetings, and over the telephone;
• Mobility sufficient to safely work in office settings and similar environments;
• Dexterity sufficient to safely operate office equipment including computers;
• Strength sufficient to lift, carry and move ten (10) lbs.;
• Endurance sufficient to sit, walk and stand for extended periods, and maintain efficiency throughout the entire work shift and during extended work hours.

** WORKING CONDITIONS:**

• Work is generally performed within an inside office environment, however working in outside weather conditions is not unusual;
• Work may require travel throughout the Town to manage projects, or to attend meetings, training events, etc.;
• The noise level is varied but usual to that of an inside office environment, however outside work can produce varied and potentially loud noise levels particularly when equipment is operating;
• The employee may be required to walk over uneven flooring or outdoor terrain;
• The employee may be required to work outside normally scheduled hours and/or assigned to report to a specific location for training and/or meeting attendance;
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.

The Town of Clarkdale is a drug-free, smoke-free work environment.

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION AND CLEARING OF A POST OFFER, PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING PROCESS (AT THE TOWN’S EXPENSE) IS MANDATORY, CONSISTING OF DRUG TESTING AND BACKGROUND CHECK.

THE TOWN OF CLARKDALE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE).

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the Town and requirements of the job change.