Assistant Planner

The City of Naperville seeks a motivated and degreed individual to serve as Assistant Planner for the Transportation, Engineering and Development Business Group (TED). As a key member of the Planning team, this position provides technical support to planning and zoning boards and commissions, reviews and expedites applications for variances, conducts plan and permit reviews of modest to moderate scope & complexity, and responds to inquiries related to zoning and planning matters. The anticipated hiring range for this position is $67,291.36 to $74,020.50 per year, commensurate with credentials and experience. The Pay Grade for this position is E230. For additional information, click here. Receiving development applications (and supporting documents) that are submitted by developers, then reviewing the documentation for conformance to City zoning and development codes, regulations & ordinances. Requesting revisions as necessary. Reviewing development applications and supporting documents to ensure timely completion and communication to applicants. Preparing variance applications for review by the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council, including scheduling public hearings, preparing staff reports & ordinances, and presenting to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Reviewing permit applications for conformance to City codes and regulations. Representing TED at meetings with developers and other City department representatives to contribute technical planning and zoning expertise regarding development proposals. Responding to inquiries from developers, realtors, organizations, City departments, and the public regarding planning & zoning matters and activities. Assisting other City staff with zoning/code compliance inspection activities. Preparing correspondence, reports & spreadsheets related to zoning and planning activities. Contributing to the development and improvement of development and plan review processes. Performing research as necessary.

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Planning, Public Administration or a related field. Meaningful internship experience or related municipal work experience. Valid State of Illinois Class D Drivers' License. The City of Naperville, Illinois is a dynamic community of 153,000 residents, conveniently located 28 miles west of Chicago. Various publications have named Naperville as one of the best cities in the United States in which to live. The City has gained national recognition for our family-friendly environment, excellent schools and library system, low crime rate, and vibrant downtown area. It's also a great place to work! Our municipal government employs over 900 dedicated individuals in a wide range of job categories and provides a collaborative working environment, a forward-looking leadership team, and a competitive benefits package. Click here to learn more about the benefits offered by the City of Naperville. Applications should be completed thoroughly, and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application but should be attached to the application. Include all requested education, experience, attachments, and other information when applying. Incomplete applications are subject to rejection. Notifications to applicants will be sent electronically to the email address provided in the application.

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