Senior Planner


Employer
City of Statesboro
Statesboro, Georgia

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

Examples of Duties

  • 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.

Job Requirements

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

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

    • Background Investigation
    • Pre-Employment Urinalysis

Preferred Qualifications

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

    Salary Range
    $64,335.92 – $72,500.00

    Benefits
    We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

    Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.

    How to Apply

    Apply Online

    Deadline
    11/29/2024