Staff Planner II bei City of Farmington Hills, MI
City of Farmington Hills, MI · Farmington Hills, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
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About the Department
Position Duties
- Gathers and compiles base information for the development of plans and preparation of reports
- Conducts special studies performing research, analysis and evaluation of various land use problems. Develops alternative proposals and identifies planning objectives
- Reviews zoning and special use permits, performs investigations necessary to determine impact and makes recommendations for appropriate action
- Reviews site and subdivision plans and land division requests using basic planning principles and land use practices
- Compiles data to prepare reports and recommendations on sites for which development is proposed by site visits and observation of the area
- Achieve compliance with Zoning Ordinances and Planning Commission requirements through site inspections
- Assists in the revision of the Zoning Ordinance
- Attends meetings concerning development and planning with other departments, governmental agencies, contractors, architects, engineers, citizens, and others.
- Provides technical assistance to the Planning Commission and may present materials for consideration
- Develops visual aids and GIS mapping for Planning Commission meetings
- Assists residents, developers and citizens with questions and problems along with providing assistance in filling out various applications and forms.
- Reviews site plans for proposed residential developments, sign permits, and change of occupancy requests for conformance to the City Code and Zoning Ordinance.
- Coordinates and approves requests for addressing within the City.
- In the absence of the City Planner, supervises the Planning Office and represents the Planning Office at meetings such as the Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, Beautification Commission and Historic District Commission.
- Performs a variety of office tasks. Enters data, prepares correspondence, answers phones, files, schedules inspections, and other office duties.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning or related field, two years minimum in municipal or related private planning work. Master's degree preferred.
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Computer Skills
Basic computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software
Basic skills in Geographic Information Systems
Certificates & Licenses
Valid Operator’s License
Other Qualifications
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to stand, sit, walk, talk, use hands and fingers; to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls; and to reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds.
Good vision and hearing
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed primarily in the office with occasional work performed in a vehicle, at constructions sites, and outside in all weather conditions including temperature extremes. Occasional exposure to muddy, icy, and uneven terrain, animals, odors, and noise.
