Planner I ($24-$28)

Planner I ($24-$28) City of Herriman Herriman, UT Job Details Full-time $24 - $28 an hour 10 hours ago Qualifications Driver's License Customer complaint resolution Full Job Description

GENERAL PURPOSE

Provide assistance and support to guide the community's growth, development and land. Provide general information and assistance to developers and the public on planning related matters.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives direction from the Director of Planning.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Interprets planning policies and zoning regulations for members of the public. Primarily responsible for customers at the front counter and all other communication platforms. Assists in resolving citizen and customer issues relative to planning, zoning, and development activities within the City. Provides guidance to applicants and the public regarding the preparation and submission of conditional use permits, subdivision applications, zoning amendments, and other land use applications. Accepts and reviews land use applications for completeness and accuracy for processing by the Planning Department, the Planning Commission, and the City Council. Provides applicants with insight and feedback when corrections are needed. Prepares and posts public hearing notices as required by Utah State Code in the Land Use Development Management Act, and Herriman City Code. Prepares reports, projects, and meeting agenda items for the Planning Commission, as needed. May attend public hearings; provides research and suggestions to the Planning Commission and the City Council on planning matters. Assists in the review of building permit applications for compliance with zoning requirements, as needed. Conducts inspections permits approved by the Planning Commission or Planning Department to ascertain compliance with imposed conditions, as needed. Provides research and analysis to the Planning Director, including recommendations related to development standards, planning objectives, and evaluation criteria. Assists the Planning Director by participating in and coordinating special planning, zoning, and environmental studies, and preparing reports and findings. Pursues professional development and certification through conferences, courses, and department training assignments to maintain professional competency and ethical standards. May assists with and oversees the work of internship staff. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with major coursework in city planning, community planning, engineering or similar: or An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

Two (2) years in customer service or similar experience to duties of the position.

Additional Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years old Must possess a valid Utah Driver's License Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, background check, and driving record check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

One (1) year of city planning experience in local government or the private sector

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Fundamental knowledge of urban planning terminology, theory, and application; land use law and authority; and land use review, permitting, and development process. Beginning skills in ArcGIS, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Able to type 40 words per minute (WPM). Knowledge of effective writing and public presentation techniques.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Position performs in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls and the ability to travel to different sites and locations. Tasks require a variety of physical activities, not generally involving muscular strain, including walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, and lifting. Essential functions generally require communication, such as talking, hearing, and seeing. Common eye, hand, finger, leg, and foot dexterity exists. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, discriminating thinking, and some creative problem-solving. Periodic local travel may be required as part of normal job performance. The City may make reasonable accommodations to the work environment and duties for those who qualify for the Americans with Disabilities Act. NOTICES In accordance with Utah Code 71A-2, we provide Veterans' Preference in the hiring process. Applicants requesting preference must email their DD-214 or other official military service documentation to . Human Resources will review the submitted documentation and note the applicant's Veterans' Preference status for consideration during the recruitment process. The organization appreciates the service of all veterans and encourages eligible applicants to apply.

Civil Rights Coordinator:

Please feel free to reach out to our Civil Rights Coordinator at any time. HR Manager 801.727.0906.

DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION

In the event of any declared or undeclared emergency, or a natural disaster that threatens the life, health, and safety of the general public, employees may be assigned to assist with rescue and relief workers. Such assignments may involve work, locations, and times that are significantly different from the employee's normal assignments and may continue through the recovery phase of the emergency. Associated with this position will be confidential and proprietary information of Herriman City. Employee acknowledges that this information will not be shared with others outside the discharge of duties. Confidential and proprietary information shall mean information not generally known to the public. The above information is intended to describe the general nature of this position. It should not be considered an exhaustive statement of duties and responsibilities, nor a comprehensive list of required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Herriman City reserves the right to add or change duties at any time, and require a twelve (12) month evaluation or probationary employment period. Changes in employment status during this evaluation period are not subject to cause.