JOB DESCRIPTION

All Comprehensive Planners are expected to contribute to the following core functions of the Comprehensive Planning Division:

• Plan Development: Conduct research and prepare components of long-range plans, special area plans, economic development strategies, and planning studies.
• Plan Implementation: Coordinate implementation initiatives that advance adopted plans, including collaboration with City departments, community organizations, and partner agencies.
• Regulatory and Policy Updates: Draft and recommend amendments to zoning ordinances, land development regulations, and related planning policies.
• Data Analysis and Research: Collect and analyze demographic, economic, and land-use data and prepare GIS mapping and technical summaries that support planning decisions.
• Reporting and Presentations: Prepare planning reports, studies, and presentations. Present findings and recommendations to City boards, Planning Commission, City Council, and community stakeholders.

Primary Responsibilities

When assigned to Position B, the planner serves as the primary staff lead for the following program areas:

• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program: Assist with preparation and administration of grants supporting community development initiatives, including compliance with federal requirements, the preparation of Annual Action Plans and five-year Consolidated Plans, coordination with subrecipients, and reporting activities.
• Tree and Landscape Advisory Committee: Provide staff coordination for the Tree and Landscape Advisory Committee, including agenda preparation, technical coordination, and implementation of urban forestry and landscape-related initiatives.
• Economic Development and Strategic Initiatives: Support economic development and redevelopment initiatives by preparing site information, coordinating Requests for Proposals for strategic City properties, assisting prospective businesses or developers with planning information, and identifying opportunities consistent with the Community Plan.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Support Great Neighborhoods Partnership plans and initiatives.
• Assist with Public Art Advisory Committee Coordination.
• Support public engagement and communication efforts.