What: Nashville/Davidson County is seeking experienced individuals to join the Land Development and Design Division. Music City was ranked No. 5 on the “U.S. Regions To Watch In 2014” list published on Forbes.com, and named one of Travel and Leisure's Best Places to Travel in 2014 and one of The New York Times' 52 Places to Go in 2014. It is an exciting time to be a part of a team that is shaping Nashville’s future.
The Planner 2 will be responsible for reviewing complex land development cases. This position may review Council bills, agendas and other documents for accuracy. Additionally, this position will attend and make presentations at Planning Commission meetings. Assigned to the Land Development & Design Division of the Metropolitan Planning Department, the Planner 2 will perform and coordinate professional level work related to site plans, zone changes, PUDs, text amendments, permits and subdivision plats.
Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Planning, or related field, from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of related experience, or Master's Degree in Planning or related field from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of related experience. Current planning experience for a local government is desired.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- The successful candidate must be enthusiastic about current planning and customer service.
- Ability to communicate at a high level with other Metro Departments, development professionals, citizens and engineers is desired.
- Must have the ability to accurately process, review, analyze and critique complex development issues with an emphasis on good urban design principles.
- Ability to write clearly and prepare concise and accurate letters, reports and presentations is also desired.
- Knowledge of basic legal principles of land development and zoning;
- Knowledge of form-based codes and New Urbanism;
- Attention to detail;
- Compliance with time-sensitive deadlines;
- Clear and timely communication with a variety of stakeholders;
- Strong prioritization and negotiation skills;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Qualified applicants should send letter of interest, specifying the position of interest, and resume. Shawn Shepard Metro Nashville Planning Department 800 Second Avenue South P.O. Box 196300 Nashville, TN 37219-6300 or E-mail to: shawn.shepard@nashville.gov (No Phone Calls Please)