Staff Land Use Planner - Environmental Services

Job Description

The Staff Land Use Planner is responsible for developing technical land-use plans, assessing population trends, and evaluating environmental and economic impacts. The role involves managing permitting processes and reviewing environmental data across a range of projects, such as high-voltage transmission routing, power generation facility development, and water treatment infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate site plans, development plans, preliminary plats, parking layouts, signage plans, landscaping proposals, and other submissions from the public.

• Conduct on-site inspections and document compliance with approved plans.

• Prepare and deliver written reports and presentations for project managers and project teams.

• Investigate zoning-related complaints, produce documentation, and provide analysis to support project teams.

• Draft and update zoning ordinance revisions required for the project.

• Lead the development, implementation, and oversight of necessary permitting procedures, including measures for vegetation protection, erosion control, and related safeguards; communicate processes clearly to project teams.

• Oversee floodplain administration, review drainage reports, issue or deny floodplain permits, and document flood events with digital photos.

• Review, analyze, and resolve issues in public and private development proposals to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

• Monitor transportation and other public infrastructure needs to support and coordinate planning efforts.

• Provide updates and presentations on current trends and issues in land-use planning and development.

• Respond to inquiries regarding land-use codes from project teams.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Uphold all organizational policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Urban and Regional Planning or a closely related field, plus at least four years of experience in urban and regional planning.

• Strong knowledge of municipal and county planning and zoning regulations.

• Understanding of state laws related to planning, subdivisions, zoning, and historic preservation.

• Advanced understanding of economic development principles and their influence on land-use decisions.

• Proficiency with GIS, mapping tools, surveys, and spatial analysis software.

• Familiarity with architectural and construction terminology, materials, and practices; able to read and evaluate construction documents and drawings.

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret written specifications and verbal instructions to develop effective solutions.

• Capable of handling complex technical tasks accurately and efficiently under tight deadlines.

• Adaptable and able to quickly learn new tools, technologies, and information.

• Advanced skills in word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and relevant database applications.

• Must meet requirements to obtain and maintain company vehicle-operation privileges in accordance with organizational motor-vehicle safety policies.