Transportation Land Use Planner
Macon-Bibb County Planning & Zoning Commission
November 25, 2014
Professional Area:
Transportation Planning
Experience:
1-3 years
Contact person:
D Elaine Smith
Phone:
478-751-7461
Fax:
478-751-7467
Email:
esmith@mbpz.org
Location:
Macon, GA
Working under the direction of the Planning Director, the Planner will assist with the transportation and land use planning functions of the Commission in its roles as the land use planning organization for Macon-Bibb County and as the Metropolitan Planning Organization. The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of the Commission’s planning function including:
- Compiling and analyzing transportation and socio-economic data for use in technical studies and reports;
- Statistical analysis and mapping utilizing GIS,
- Preparation of land use studies, corridor studies; and other special reports related to land use, development , and transportation
- Preparation of staff reports for rezoning and conditional use applications;
- Assisting with the development and maintenance of the Long Range Transportation Plan that is updated every 4 years;
- Assisting with the Transportation Improvement Program that is updated annually;
Applicants should possess a MS/MA degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban/regional planning, transportation planning, or related studies. Consideration will be given to applicants with a BA/BS degree with two or more years of exp. The Commission is seeking an individual with experience in transportation and land use planning with a working Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS software and Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access. Creative problem solving and graphic presentation skills are highly desirable. The successful candidate will be technically competent, detail oriented, highly organized and should possess strong verbal and written skills in order to effectively communicate technical information to the public and work effectively with local, state, and federal agencies. Starting salary is market competitive depending upon experience and qualifications. The Commission offers a competitive benefit package.
Application accepted until filled.
The required application is available on-line at www.maconbibbpz.org or at the Macon-Bibb County Planning & Zoning Commission office at 682 Cherry St, Suite 1000, Macon.
Completed applications and resume should be mailed to: D. Elaine Smith Human Resources Director Macon-Bibb Co. Planning & Zoning Commission 682 Cherry Street – Suite 1000 Macon, GA 31201 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (M/F/ADA) DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE