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02/22/2017

City Planner (Zoning)

City of Cleveland

Examples of Duties

Under general supervision, prepares planning studies, development analyses, data analyses, market studies, and maps. Reviews the design and layout of development projects including the conformance with zoning, design, and planning standards. Represents the Planning Commission in public meetings and presentations. Depending upon the nature of the job performed, may do the following: Prepares GIS maps and associated data, GIS programming, and GIS web-based design and programming in the context of city planning OR Analyzes and prepares streetscape, transportation, and infrastructure plans; Conceptually designs streetscape improvements OR Reviews architectural and site plans; Conceptually designs building and sites for city planning purposes. Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

A High School Diploma or GED is required. A Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, Public Administration, or related field from a four year accredited college or university is required. Two years of full time paid experience in Urban Planning, Architecture, or closely related field is required. (Substitution: A Master's Degree in Urban Planning or related field may substitute for experience.) In addition to the above qualifications, the following qualifications will be required, depending on the nature of the job performed: GIS SPECIALIST- A GIS certificate from an accredited university is required. One year of full time paid experience in GIS map and data preparation, including, within the context of city planning, GIS programming and GIS web-based program and design is required. STREETSCAPE/TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST - Successful completion of at least 3 college-level courses in landscape architecture or architecture is required. One year of full time paid professional experience in streetscape, transportation, or infrastructure planning. URBAN DESIGN SPECIALIST- Successful completion of at least 3 college-level courses in urban design and/or architectural design is required. One year of full time paid experience in urban design or architecture is required.

Supplemental Information

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

  • Assist the zoning staff with interpreting and applying zoning ordinance and zoning administration procedures;
  • Assist staff with development of a Form-Based Code;
  • Assist with the preparation of materials for the Board of Zoning Appeals meetings;
  • Assist with the preparation of zoning legislation;
  • Review complex plans, building permits, development plans, survey plats, and other zoning related legal documents.

More info: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cleveland/jobs/1660581/city-planner-zoning-position-available?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

 

 

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