| Closing Date/Time: | Sun. 06/21/15 11:59 PM Central Time |
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| Salary: | $25.18 - $29.65 Hourly $2,014.64 - $2,372.09 Biweekly $4,365.05 - $5,139.53 Monthly $52,380.64 - $61,674.34 Annually |
| Comp. Group/Range: | 18/06 |
| Job Type: | PERMANENT FULL TIME |
| Department: | Planning |
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EXTENDED DEADLINE. APPLICANTS WHO PREVIOUSLY APPLIED WILL REMAIN UNDER CONSIDERATION AND DO NOT NEED TO APPLY AGAIN.
The City of Madison Planning Division seeks a creative and innovative Planner who will be responsible for professional urban and community planning work within the Department of Planning & Community & Economic Development. This is an exciting opportunity to participate in, and provide professional support to planning activities related to implementation of the Comprehensive Plan and special area plans for districts, neighborhoods, corridors, and station areas. The work involves review of development proposals for consistency with plans, zoning regulations, and special district standards (including urban design and historic preservation districts). The position provides staff support to the Mayor’s City Design Initiative which includes an in-house City Design Studio. The City Design Studio includes staff from different teams in the Planning Division and it provides urban design and architectural rendering support on various planning projects. City Design Studio orchestrates an annual Mayor’s Design Awards program, the first of which will occur in 2015. The position supports senior planning professionals and helps with the day to day administration of the Plan Commission, Urban Design Commission, and Landmarks Commission such as helping to prepare agendas, assemble packets, and distribute packets to Commissioners, as well as helping with neighborhood meetings regarding complex development proposals. As a member of the Planning team, creativity, innovation, imagination, and going beyond the traditional or expected is encouraged. This series is structured to provide advancement from a Planner 1 to a Planner 2, as a function of the employee's career development, but generally within 2 years of starting employment as a Planner 1. Progression to a Planner 3 or Planner 4 is dependent upon the incumbent taking on additional duties and responsibilities as well as the needs of the department. Planner 3 and 4 positions may also be filled through competition at the discretion of the department. |
| Examples of Duties and Responsibilities: |
Development Plan Review
Review and comment on development proposals for consistency with plan policy and zoning regulations. Provide guidance on architectural details to improve the aesthetic and construction quality of development proposals. Review development proposals for consistency with historic district standards. Proactive Urban Design Planning Participate in design charrettes. Render building designs using CAD, Sketchup, other rendering software, or by hand. Plan sites considering site topography, natural features, grading, building layout, mobility network, landscape design on greenfield and redevelopment opportunity sites. Administrative support for senior staff Assemble packets for Commission. Prepare Powerpoint presentations and visual aides. Draft staff reports for review by senior staff. Organize and manage a photo library for the Division. Coordinate neighborhood meetings and provide presentation support. Provide assistance with the Mayor’s Design Awards program through collection of project information, prepare the awards program brochure, and event coordination.
Perform related work as required.
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| Minimum Qualifications: |
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of applicable land use, community planning, transportation planning, and urban design theory, principles, and practices. Knowledge of and ability to use computer software applicable to the duties of the position. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to develop and maintain positive and effective relationships. Ability to review development plans and specifications and to identify planning issues. Ability to prepare and present related graphic and design materials. Ability to create and deliver presentations to large groups of people. Ability to use computers to draft a variety of correspondence and reports, to conduct statistical analyses, and to conduct research. Ability to deal with complex information, to identify problems, and to conduct relevant research and analysis and prepare narrative and statistical reports. Ability to maintain adequate attendance.
Training and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Studies, Urban and Regional Planning, Geography, Real Estate Development or other related studies or programs. Other combinations of training and/or experience which can be demonstrated to result in the possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the duties of this position will also be considered. |
| Special Requirements: |
Ability to meet the transportation requirements of the position.
Physical Requirements:
Incumbents must be able to physically access and inspect construction sites throughout the City. In addition, incumbents will be expected to attend meetings and provide presentations outside the normal work schedule, including evenings and weekends.
*The payroll title is Planner 1. |