Company City of Hardeeville
Location
Hardeeville, SC | United States
Job description
City of Hardeeville
Hardeeville,SCUnited States
How to Apply
URL: https://www.hardeevillesc.gov
Email: [email protected]
Other: click on Employment tab. Interested applicants should send completed City of Hardeeville Application for Employment found on the website www.hardeevillesc.gov, resume (including references) and cover letter to: Pamela Griffin, Human Resources Director, 205 Main Street, P.O. Box 609, Hardeeville, SC 29927 or e-mail [email protected].
Senior Planner Under the general supervision of the Planning Director and Planning Manager, manage planning & development projects, which includes research, analysis, preparing plans, reports, studies and presentation of data.
Principal Duties:
- Conduct technical reviews of development proposals. Interact with applicants, design professionals, City staff, and general public. Conduct inspections, prepare staff reports, and make formal presentations to City Council, City Boards, and Commissions.
- Independently reviews and analyzes planning applications and projects for consistency with all applicable adopted plans, codes and standards; identifies any issues and utilizes independent judgment to make recommendations regarding approval and potential resolutions.
- Prepare special reports and projects for the Planning and Zoning Commission and/or City Council as directed. Present reports and information to boards and commissions.
- Assist in the study design, data collection and analysis, public meeting facilitation, development, and implementation of long-range planning projects.
- Create ordinance amendments as directed.
- Assist internal and external customers by providing information concerning city planning, growth, and development trends.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required:
Bachelor's Degree in urban planning, urban design, architecture, land & property development, or related field and (3) three years successful experience in planning or a planning related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of principles and practices of city planning as they pertain to urban development and zoning, and demonstrated experience in applying these principles and practices. Ability to comprehend and apply multiple ordinances and policies. Ability to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all public interactions. Proven written and oral communication abilities. Knowledge and experience in long-range planning as well as development review.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of and experience with municipal government operations, including: public hearings, special assessment process, bid letting, etc.
- High degree of professionalism in appearance and conduct, including strong interpersonal skills and the ability to consider and respond to differing viewpoints in a professional manner, utilizing negotiation and positive communication methods.
- Management skills including the ability to plan, organize, and coordinate diverse activities, supervisory ability, and department level budgeting experience.
- Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to engage effectively with the public and make presentations to various groups.
- Language and Communication Ability: Excellent written and oral communication skills related to grammar & diction.
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional maturity to work with employees at all organizational levels, associates, external business partners and Council Members.
- Reasoning Ability:
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and receive direction from multiple people.
- Ability to initiate and take ownership of a task or project and see it through completion.
- Demonstrates initiative and innovation while taking responsibility for work.
- Computer Skills: Proficient knowledge of GIS, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite as well as ability to learn new programs and systems.
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