JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Summary

Under general direction, the City Planner performs advanced professional planning work and works closely with the Building Inspector and Fire Marshal. This position is responsible for managing development review, zoning administration, GIS operations, and inspection services, while ensuring compliance with municipal codes, state statutes, and adopted plans. The position provides leadership, policy guidance, and operational oversight and serves as a key advisor to the Assistant City Manager, Planning Commission, and Board of Adjustment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops and implements departmental policies, procedures, and workflows
• Ensures coordination between planning, inspections, and other city departments
• Manages and oversees review of site plans, subdivision plats, lot splits, and development applications
• Ensures consistency, accuracy, and timeliness in development review processes
• Coordinates interdepartmental review and resolves conflicts
• Provides guidance on complex or high-impact development proposals
• Oversees administration and enforcement of zoning and subdivision regulations
• Provides interpretation of zoning code and land use regulations
• Reviews and oversees the administrative process for rezoning requests, special use permits, variances, and appeals
• Coordinates with legal staff on ordinance interpretation and enforcement issues
• Ensures compliance with applicable state statutes and due process requirements
• Generates staff reports and findings of fact
• Presents complex or high-profile cases to boards and commissions
• Advises board members on procedures and legal considerations
• Serves as liaison between inspectors, contractors, and the development community
• Ensures maintenance and accuracy of spatial data
• Directs development of web maps, dashboards, and applications
• Leads development and implementation of the Comprehensive Plan
• Oversees updates to zoning and subdivision codes
• Conducts demographic and land use analyses
• Develops policy recommendations for leadership and elected officials
• Handles complex or high-profile public inquiries and disputes
• Ensures accurate record keeping and case tracking
• Monitors project timelines and statutory deadlines
• Prepares reports and presentations for leadership
• Perform related duties as assigned by the City Manager's Office.

BENEFITS

• Salary range $55,000–$65,730.09
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, paid leave, and training opportunities.
• City Vehicle for use while on the job.