Salary: $80,000.00 - $94,000.00 AnnuallyLocation : Gainesville, GAJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 00892Department: Community DevelopmentDivision: PlanningOpening Date: 08/16/2024Summary Supervises and participates in advanced, highly complex professional planning activities. Provides guidance on zoning, land use and comprehensive planning matters. Administers the application process for annexations, zonings, special uses and variances. Prepares staff reports for the Planning and Appeals Board (PAB) and City Council. Assists with the approval of plats, site plan review and completion of special projects. Serves as the lead technical staff person on planning issues. Supervises staff as assigned by the Department Director and Deputy Director. Job DutiesOversees all aspects of the zoning application process including meetings with applicants, legal advertisements, notification letters, reviewing applicable sections of the City's Unified Land Development Code (ULDC), visiting application sites and preparing staff reports with appropriate conditions. Presents staff reports and other technical information to the Planning and Appeals Board and other groups as required.Assists the general public, developers and real estate professionals with interpretations of the City's ULDC and other development standards. Provides direction and information regarding the Civil Plan Review process.Participates in small area studies, provides forecasts and makes policy recommendations to the Deputy Director and Director. Topics may include population, land use, transportation, environmental design, and economic development.Recommends and develops code amendments as needed. Plans, assigns work and provides instruction to three to five employees.Develops budget recommendations for the departmental budget.Designs, coordinates and executes special projects as needed.Coordinates meetings with citizens and development professionals to resolve complex and controversial Planning issues.Represents the City on civic and/or professional committees.Performs other related duties as required. Minimum QualificationsEducation and Experience:Master's degree in City Planning, Regional Planning or related field desirable.Three to five years of related experience. Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the minimum level of qualifications stated above.Licenses and Certifications:Valid Class C Driver's license and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).American Institute of Certified Planners desirable.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of urban planning, with knowledge as it applies to local planning and development standards.Knowledge of comprehensive planning principles, including forecasting and project feasibility analysis.Knowledge of site planning and urban design principles and practices.Knowledge of Georgia land use laws and local regulations.Knowledge of GIS mapping systems.Ability to use personal computer in research and analysis for record management and statistical reporting.Ability to operate permitting software.Ability to deal courteously and diplomatically with the general public.Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to read zoning maps and legal descriptions.Ability to prepare and present a variety of concise reports for oral and written presentation.Supplemental Information This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity employer. The City of Gainesville prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The City of Gainesville conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.OverviewPart of the City of Gainesville's success is due to the efforts and loyalty of City employees. Gainesville offers a comprehensive benefits package to its employees and retirees. In assessing our comprehensive programs, the City has taken great care to seek a fair balance between business needs and employment security. There are many options available which afford City staff with coverage to best suit individual and family needs. In many cases, deductions are available on a pre-tax basis.City Benefits Paid at 100%
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Clinic & Wellness Center
- GMEBS Retirement Plan (select positions)
- Life Insurance (up to $75,000)
- Paid Holidays (10)
- Paid Jury Duty Leave
- Paid Military Leave
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Protective Safety Equipment
- Short-Term Disability Insurance (After 12 months of employment)
- Tuition Reimbursement (After one year of employment)
- Uniforms (select positions)
- Workers' Compensation
Supplemental Benefits
- Accident
- Critical Illness
- Death and Dismemberment
- Deferred Compensation
- Dental
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Long-Term Disability
- Medical
- Plan A Retirement (50% City paid - select positions)
- Vision
- Voluntary Life Insurance
Other Benefits
- Biweekly Paycheck
- Credit Union
- Direct Deposit
- Discount PC Purchase Plan
- Employee Recognition Events
- Employee Wellness Opportunities
- Free Flu Shot
- Free Parking
- Health and Benefits Fair