PURPOSE

This is a professional planning position that performs work in advanced planning, land use regulation and special projects and administers the Community Development Block Grant Program. This position reports to the Planning Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This description is intended to indicate the essential functions and levels of work difficulty of the position and is not intended to describe in detail all of the position's specific duties and responsibilities nor exclude other duties of similar level or difficulty. Additionally, it is not intended to limit the management’s rights to assign, direct, and control the work of employees beyond the essential functions under their supervision.

Analyzes and compiles technical, statistical, and demographical information; makes recommendations; prepares and presents reports, maps and other findings at meetings and public hearings.

Prepare staff reports and maps for the Planning Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Allotment Committee, City Council and various committees and advisory boards as directed; assists in the preparation of public information notices. 

Administers the City’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. 

Responds to inquiries in a courteous manner; handles or assists with more difficult inquires; conducts research; provides information and explains regulations within the area of assignment; investigates complaints concerning the city's planning function and recommends corrective action.

Participates in establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with community leaders, elected officials, staff of other departments and other local agencies; assists staff with being sensitive to and maintaining such relationships; assists staff to handle sensitive situations.

Drafts ordinances or plan amendments.

Provides technical assistance to other city staff.

Coordinates and conducts higher level and more complex pre-application meetings; attends meetings as assigned.  Prepares documentation for meetings.

Researches and writes reports, including maps and graphs, for special area plans and other projects; makes presentations at meetings and public hearings.

Reviews building permit and business license applications for zoning code compliance.

Visits sites and takes photographs; performs inspection of properties and structures for compliance to approved conditions prior to issuing certificate of occupancy.

Reviews development proposals and applications for completeness, accuracy and compliance with appropriate regulations and policies; prepares reports on recommendations; issues permits.

Performs background research on parcels of land; prepares correspondence or reports stating findings.

Recommends and assists in developing policies, procedures and planning regulations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in urban planning, geography, landscape architecture, urban studies, sociology or related field. Note: An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered.

Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or “border state” driver’s license, as defined by NRS 483. 

Must pass a nationwide fingerprint-based record check, and a wants/warrants check.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Principles and practices of urban planning and development. Laws, regulations and ordinances underlying general plans, zoning and land divisions. Applicable environmental regulations. Techniques and practices of research and data analysis. Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations. Current literature, information sources and research techniques in the field of urban planning. General site planning, landscape design and architectural design techniques and methods. The building permit process and city addressing requirements.

Skill in using personal computers, telephones and Microsoft Office. Skill in principles and practices of urban planning and development. Laws, regulations and ordinances underlying general plans, zoning and land divisions. Applicable environmental regulations. Techniques and practices of research and data analysis. Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations. Current literature, information sources and research techniques in the field of urban planning. General site planning, landscape design and architectural design techniques and methods. 

Ability to analyze information and write analytical reports; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; deal effectively with employees, officials and the public; follow both oral and written instructions; operate computer terminal for accessing digital information from the County Assessors records. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Supervisory classification: No

Safety Sensitive: No

May be required to work an alternative or flexible work schedule, outside of normal business hours, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or extended hours.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

General Physical Requirements Sedentary work: Exerting up to 15 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Physical Activities None: The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

Mental Activities Upholding ethical standards and practices. Making decisions that align with City’s values and ethics. Capacity to make informed and effective decisions. Ability to evaluate options and consequences. Assessing situations and making sound decisions. Evaluating risks and benefits. Managing multiple tasks or projects. Prioritizing workload effectively. Conveying information effectively. Active listening and articulating thoughts clearly.

Visual Acuity The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.

Working Conditions The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.

The City of Boulder City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. The City of Boulder City encourages both incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.