Planning Manager
JOB CODE: 1062
PAY GRADE: 2250
SALARY RANGE: $49,974 - $84,534
LOCATION OF WORK
Planning Commission
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of a higher classification and with limited supervision, performs responsible professional planning work in the management of either the Current, Site Plan & Plat, or Long Range Planning Division. Work involves supervising the review of preliminary layouts and final approval of plans under the subdivision ordinance and supervising the review of rezoning applications, exceptions, and modifications to the zoning ordinance. Work also involves assisting in the development of policies and administrative procedures. Supervision is exercised over staff that is responsible for research, report writing, presentations, and related activities. Performs other duties as requested.
ESSENTIAL WORK TASKS
Directs and coordinates the interpretation of information for development regulations.
Supervises the interpretation of collected information for the completion of reports, development regulation amendments, and action items related to the natural and man-made environment including physical, social, economic, and cultural conditions and trends as related to future growth and development.
Leads staff in collecting information regarding implementation of the Master Plan.
Supervises the maintenance and distribution of Census information.
Assists in the amendment of the City-Parish Code of Ordinances.
Advises the general public, engineers, architects, developers, and attorneys regarding division and development of land as required by subdivision and zoning ordinances.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of urban planning.
Knowledge of the techniques of planning research and of the municipal, state, and federal agencies and procedures involved in urban planning.
Knowledge of development regulations, procedures, and practices.
Knowledge of economics, municipal finances, sociology, historic preservation, and environmental protection as they apply to urban planning.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of the Geographic Information System (GIS) Program.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of technical report writing.
Ability to organize, supervise, and perform technical research on subdivision and zoning related issues.
Ability to utilize a computer to interpret and analyze technical and statistical information and to prepare technical, oral, and written reports.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, other agencies, and the general public.
Ability to present technical data in an informative, concise, and dynamic manner to various groups, stakeholders, and the general public.
Ability to supervise and motivate subordinate staff.
Ability to maintain a comprehensive view of departmental goals while meticulously attending to tasks.
Ability to apply good work habits such as punctuality, reliability, preciseness, and dependability in order to effectively complete assigned tasks and contribute to the smooth operation of the department and division.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Master's degree in planning or a closely related field (e.g. architecture, environmental science, geography, landscape architecture, political science, public administration, or sociology), and three years of experience in urban or regional planning OR bachelor's degree in planning or a closely related field (e.g. architecture, environmental science, geography, landscape architecture, urban forestry, political science, public administration, or sociology) and five years of experience in urban or regional planning. One year of supervisory experience is required.
SUBSTITUTIONS
Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES / REGISTRATIONS
(Unless otherwise specified below, must possess at the time of appointment and must be maintained current throughout employment in this classification.) None.
OTHER JOB ASPECTS
None.
NOTE:
The work examples described in this specification are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from job performance requirements if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the job.