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Principal Planner Top of Alabama Regional Council of Governments - 3.6 Huntsville, AL Job Details Full-time $58,000 - $74,000 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications CAD software Staff supervision Plotters Team supervision Urban planning GIS projects Phone communication Copy machines Presentations for conferences or internal meetings Urban planning Project narrative development for grants Graphic design Master's degree Digitization Driver's License Records management Bachelor's degree Fax machines Faxing Computer graphics Full Job Description Job Overview Since 1968, the Top of Alabama Regional Council of Governments (TARCOG) has united municipal, county, and state governments and federal agencies to work as a single team focused solely on improving the region that now includes more than 713,000 residents. We identify and address common regional issues, opportunities, and challenges of northeast Alabama's municipalities and counties, including DeKalb, Jackson, Limestone, Madison, and Marshall. TARCOG is seeking a Principal Planner to join our team. We are looking for individuals who share our core values of service, initiative, accountability, and transparent communication.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Responsible for CAD/GIS maintenance, management and supervision. Responsible for solicitation, preparation and submission of grants, plans, planning elements and studies assigned to the Economic Development and Planning Department. Responsible for preparing and assisting in the preparation of grant applications and for executing grants awarded to the Economic Development and Planning Department.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

Receives general guidance from the Economic Development and Planning Director. Supervisor sets overall objectives and employee and supervisor, in consultation, develop the deadlines, projects, and work to be done; employee is responsible for planning and carrying out the assignment; and work is reviewed throughout the process.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

1. Responsible for the technical and creative work related to the graphic needs of TARCOG. Establishes departmental rules, procedures and protocols regarding computer mapping data maintenance, back-up and software/hardware use policies to ensure data integrity and redundant safety. Supervises and/or maintains archives, maps and GIS files. Reviews current GIS related materials on systems and software and recommends upgrades/addition of software/ hardware to the Economic Development and Planning Director. 2. Conducts research and prepares statistical reports on land use, physical, social, and economic issues. 3. As requested by the Economic Development and Planning Director, uses established guidelines to prepare grant applications for submission. Assists grantees with project start-up requirements, procuring professional and other contractual services such as acquiring parcels, easements or rights-of-way, monitoring construction activities and ensuring compliance with financial requirements. Administers funded grant projects in accordance with established program rules, guidelines and procedures. Prepares project closeout documents. 4. Presents reports and information to the TARCOG Board of Directors and to the member governments officials to provide a summary on programs, introduce new programs and respond to requests for information as needed. 5. Schedules and conducts necessary public involvement meetings. Attends local government meetings. Meets with appropriate individuals and groups during the different aspects of projects as necessary. 6. Prepares planning reports and/or studies and coordinates graphics preparation and report production. Establishes and maintains project records. Prepares project summaries and status reports. 7. Exchanges information with the Finance Director and the Economic Development and Planning Director concerning expenditures and status of accounts and payment of invoices of contracts to establish and maintain budget expenditures of grants. 8. Provides technical assistance to member governments. Exchanges information with member governments regarding planning and development functions, census related data, etc. 9. Attends seminars, conferences, and workshops as required regarding development and planning activities or as deemed helpful in order to enhance job performance. 10. Supervises Senior Planners, Associate Planners and student interns through regular one-on-one meetings, memoranda, reports, conversations, etc., assigns tasks, reviews work, solves problems and conflicts, and counsels Senior Planners, Associate Planners, and student interns on performance, sets goals, etc. Evaluates performance of Senior Planners, Associate Planners, and interns using approved Performance Evaluation procedures, work samples, etc. to document work performance. 11. Initiate the development of Economic Planning and Development projects with local governments or other organizations which will contribute to TARCOG functions and operational budget. The assignment of duties is not limited by the content of the job description.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Ability to read and interpret guidelines and regulations and apply them to the job. Knowledge of the principles of planning and development as related to local governments. Ability to communicate orally and in writing to exchange information with coworkers, local governments, clients, service agencies, state agency personnel, etc. Ability to make presentations or briefings. Knowledge and ability to write and print legibly Knowledge and ability to operate office equipment including telephone, copy machine, fax machine, computer, calculator, digitizing board, plotter and other related equipment. Knowledge of basic supervisory techniques. Knowledge of demography. Knowledge/ability to operate digitizing equipment, CAD and GIS programs. A master's degree in planning, urban studies, public administration, computer science, civil engineering, and at least two years related work experience; or a bachelor's degree with at least two years of post-graduate work in similar fields, and at least four years of experience in the field of planning and/or computer graphics. A valid driver's license and a good driving record. Must be insurable under TARCOG's auto policy. Knowledge of grant writing and administration (CDBG, EDA, ARC, ECT) Ability to develop and initiate projects to assist contributing to ED&P operational budget. Essential functions for Principal Planner Good communication - phone and face to face Attend required meetings Public speaking Basic arithmetic including percentages and budgets Drive/Insurable under TARCOG's auto policy Travel Write legibly using good grammar Supervision experience Use computer, phone, fax, and copy machine Complete required paperwork and reports Interpret guidelines Develop projects that contribute to operational budget of the Economic Development and Planning Department TARCOG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan

Benefits:

Health insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person

Pay:

$58,000.00 - $74,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person