Requirements
The position requires an undergraduate degree or graduate degree in planning, community development, public administration, or a related field. Experience with planning and zoning regulations preferred. Strong organizational, analytical, written and oral skills are required.

Salary & Benefits
Salary commensurate with education and experience.

How to Apply
Please submit resume to Rick Morris, River Valley Regional Commission, P. O. Box 1908, Columbus, GA 31902. Position is open until filled.

Deadline 
05/25/2012

This position performs complex supervisory, and administrative work in overseeing all operations in the areas of Planning & Zoning, Building Inspection, Code Enforcement, Alcohol and Occupational Tax Licensing.

Requirements

• Oversees organizational support and liaison to Planning Commission, Downtown Development Authority, Main Street Program, Villa Rica Development Authority, Historic Preservation and Beautification committees.
• Evaluates programs and services and formulates short and long term plans to meet needs in the Planning & Zoning, including comprehensive and strategic planning, site plan review, review zoning case analysis and mapping/database operations.
• Develops department annual budget request; monitors and authorizes expenditures within approved budgetary constraints.
• Serves as governmental liaison for regional, county, state and federal boards and commissions;
• Evaluates programs and services and formulates short and long term plans to meet needs including comprehensive and strategic planning, development review and inspection, code compliance and economic development;
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning or closely related field. A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible and supervisory community development experience; or equivalent of combination of education and experience.
• GIS experience desired.
• Valid GA Driver’s License required.

How to Apply
Applications available at the Villa Rica City Hall from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; or at www.villarica.org.

City of Villa Rica
c/o Human Resources
571 W. Bankhead Hwy
Villa Rica, GA. 30180

Deadline
05/14/2012

• Provides strategic leadership in the administration, enforcement and implementation of the zoning and noise control ordinances.
• Provides information on zoning regulations, reviews, documents and plans for compliance, and assists applicants with requests for land use reviews such as variances and rezonings.
• Serves as the Noise Control Officer.
• Develops and implements strategies for zoning enforcement.
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; handles employee concerns and problems; directs work; counsels and disciplines staff; completes employee performance appraisals; recruits, appoints, and trains staff.
• Reviews and enforces land use regulations and the development thereof as defined by the zoning ordinance.
• Reads and interprets zoning maps/ordinances; advises and instructs builders, contractors, architects, attorneys, engineers, the general public, and other government personnel regarding zoning requirements.
• Answers inquiries from customers by letter, telephone, and in person; resolves citizens’ complaints and problems within the legal and policy guidelines of the department; handles more difficult customer complaints; compiles regular reports. 
• Provides information and direction for site development; serves as a liaison among developers, design staff, and various city departments.
• Prepares and presents informational programs to public and private groups.
• Works with other city departments and city personnel to organize and coordinate events, programs, and projects.
• Develops code amendments including justifications for proposed modifications.
• Investigates complaints from customers and implements corrective action as needed; maintains sound public relations with customers.
• Assists in the development of the annual budget.
• Provides information for map and text amendments; receives Zoning Board of Appeals requests and prepares notices and signs; attends Zoning Board of Appeals, Chatham County-Savannah Metropolitan Planning Commission, and City Council meetings.
• Enforces the design standards and provisions for the preservation and protection of historic buildings; attends Historic District Board of Review meetings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Requirements
Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in planning, business, public administration, management, law, or closely related field; with a minimum of three years experience in similar field, or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be certified as a Zoning Inspector or obtain certification within six (6) months of employment date. AICP Certification preferred. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of the local zoning ordinance or proficiency learning the ordinance. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of code enforcement procedures or proficiency in learning them.

A supervised drug screen, pre-employment physical, and verification of education, certification, and licenses will be required prior to employment.

Salary & Benefits
$58,732.00 – 73,347.00

How to Apply
www.savannahga.gov

Deadline
05/31/2012

Requirements
Masters Degree in an accredited Landscape Architecture, City and Regional Planning or Urban Design program with 2 – 5 years of related experience. Design experience should be focused in GIS, Land Planning and/or City and Regional Planning, and may include: developing planning studies, master plans, comprehensive plans, zoning regulations, analysis maps and site plans for utilization of land and physical facilities of cities, counties, and metropolitan areas. The ideal candidate will also have experience drafting reports, maps and graphics for land use, design and transportation projects according to established planning standards. 

Additional Experience Requirements

• Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Creative Suites, Internet Explorer, Geographical Information Systems (Arcinfo/ Arcview)
• Exposure to AutoCAD and 3D Modeling tools (i.e. Google SketchUp)
• Ability to prepare graphic representations of plans and designs clearly and concisely using a combination of hand drawn and computer based graphic and reprographic techniques
• LEED AP

Salary & Benefits
Comprehensive full benefit package and competitive salary commensurate with experience.

How to Apply
For more information on our services, clientele or employment opportunities, visit our website at www.pondco.com. Resumes and portfolios should be forwarded to Human Resources at hr@pondco.com.

EOE/AA

Requirements
Master’s degree in Public Administration, Planning, Business or a closely related field. Five years of related experience in planning, transportation planning, urban design or development, with at least three years at a managerial or supervisory level.

American Institute of Certified Planners desirable.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the minimum level of qualifications stated above.

Salary & Benefits
DOQ

How to Apply
Please apply at www.hallcounty.org or send a resume to hrclerk1@hallcounty.org.

Deadline
05/25/2012

HALL COUNTY GOVERNMENT IS A DRUG FREE EMPLOYER AND ALL APPLICANTS ARE SUBJECT TO A POST OFFER DRUG SCREEN, BACKGROUND CHECK AND MEDICAL PHYSICAL. DUE TO GEORGIA STATE LAW, ALL APPLICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO PUBLIC DISCLOSURE.

EOE

Facilitates both long range and short term planning actions related to compliance with the County’s Comprehensive Transportation Plan, Land Use/Transportation small area plans, corridor plans and comprehensive plan goals, objectives, and policy.

Analyzes data pertaining to traffic flow, crash statistics, transit statistics, roadway infrastructure, air quality, financial projections, demographics, equitable target areas and other topics to interpret information for use in making decisions about future programs and projects.

Provides presentations to supervisors, boards, commissions, civic groups and the general public on planning and growth management issues as directed.

Performs various statistical research and comparative analyses for the purpose of evaluating impacts to proposed planning objectives and application to areas of responsibility; modifies proposed objectives and directions accordingly.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Grade: 53

Status: Exempt

Requisition: 0001119 (RB)

Cobb County Government is a smoke free environment for all employees.

Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Planning with a specialization in one of the primary planning functional areas, e.g., Urban, Regional, Transportation, Environmental; supplemented by three years progressively knowledgeable and skilled experience in public sector planning, research and analysis, preferably at a County level; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Preferred qualifications:
Experience in ARCGIS and familiar with software used to apply travel demand models desired.

Prior experience and demonstrated competence with travel demand modeling software particularly the CUBE suite of software.

Physical Requirements:
While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and lift and/or move up to 10 to 20 pounds. While performing the essential functions of this position the employee is rarely exposed to disagreeable environmental factors

Salary & Benefits
$44,366.40 – $69,763.20 per year with full benefits.

How to Apply
To apply, you must create and submit an online application at http://hr.cobbcountyga.gov . You will receive a confirmation number once you have successfully submitted your online application. Please note, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed online application.

For questions, please contact our Employment Center at (770)528-2535

Deadline
05/03/2012

Requirements
Bachelors Degree in Planning, Geography, Public Administration, Economics, Finance, Urban Affairs, or closely related field required; Two (2) years previous experience and/or training involving public sector planning, public administration, and/or program coordination preferred, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.

Salary & Benefits
TBD

How to Apply
Please send resumes to Regional Planner, GMRC, P.O. Box 1720, Gainesville, GA 30503 or e-mail to adisharoon@gmrc.ga.gov

Deadline
05/04/2012