Planner bei City of Springfield, TN

About the Department

Purpose of Job
Performs entry-level professional planning and zoning work to promote orderly, high-quality development and zoning compliance in the City of Springfield. 
Essential Job Duties

1. Evaluates site plans, plats, rezoning requests, sign permits, conditional use permits, and variance requests for compliance with the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations, and related codes.
2. Performs field inspections to verify compliance with zoning regulations, including setbacks, parking, signage, landscaping, and land use requirements. Documents findings through photographs, reports, and written correspondence.
3. Investigates complaints, communicates corrective actions, and follows up to resolve zoning violations. Prepares written correspondence and, when necessary, initiates enforcement actions in accordance with City procedures.
4. Responds to zoning and land use inquiries. Provides clear, concise explanations of applicable codes and ordinances in both verbal and written form.
5. Prepares reports, maps, and presentations for the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals.
6. Contributes to long-range planning efforts, annexation studies, updates to the comprehensive plan, and other departmental projects as assigned.
7. Tracks inspections, enforcement actions, and permits to ensure accountability.
8. Works with building codes inspectors and other staff to address zoning and land use issues, ensure consistent enforcement, and resolve complaints.

Other Job Duties

1. Attends meetings and represents the City on planning and zoning matters.
2. Assists with front desk operations as needed.
3. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Primary Job Challenges

1. Maintaining a working knowledge of all facets of Community Development Department operations and current federal and state land use law.
2. Interpreting the municipal code, zoning ordinance, and subdivision regulations.
3. Balancing planning duties with zoning inspection and compliance responsibilities.
4. Coordinating with other City departments and developers/citizens to meet design criteria, submittal requirements, and deadlines.
5. Developing and maintaining professional judgment in situations that require firmness, fairness, and diplomacy.

Equipment Operated

1. Personal computer and/or tablet with applicable software; other standard office equipment including copier, printer, calculator, etc.
2. Audiovisual equipment and associated software.
3. An automobile or truck for site inspections.

Key Competencies Required

1. Knowledge of planning and zoning principles, practices, and procedures.
2. Ability to read and interpret site plans, plats, zoning maps, and aerial photographs.
3. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
4. Ability to handle conflict with professionalism, firmness, and diplomacy.
5. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, officials, and the general public.
6. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
7. Ability to make timely decisions consistent with codes and policies.
8. Ability to use the required computer equipment, software, and audiovisual equipment.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

1. Employee will work both indoors and outdoors and will sit, stand, stoop, walk, and lift light objects (less than 25 pounds).  
2. Work is generally performed in an office setting; however, some outdoor work may be required. 

Qualifications
Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in urban and/or regional planning or related field desired; 1-2  years of planning, zoning, or municipal government experience is desirable, but not required; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to the required knowledge and abilities.
Required Certifications/Licenses: Must possess a valid Class D driver license issued by the State of Tennessee. Must pass a physical examination based on essential job functions of the job given by the City’s designated physician.

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