Principle Planner - City of Mandan, North Dakota

Who: City of Mandan, North Dakota

What:

Salary: $63,752 to $97,973/year (DOE)

Status: Full-time/Exempt

Department:  Engineering & Planning

Closing Date: February 21, 2021 at 11:59pm

*Applications without a resume will be disqualified.

1. DESCRIPTION OF WORK

• 1.1. General Statement of Duties: This position performs professional planning duties in support of the positive development of the City of Mandan. 
• 1.2. Supervision Received: Under direct supervision of the Planning and Engineering Director. 
• 1.3. Supervision Exercised: Position has authority to direct the Planning and Engineering Department Administrative Assistant. 

2. EXAMPLES OF WORK

• 2.1. Leading role in assisting applicants, coordinating, compiling and organizing presentation information for Planning and Zoning Commission meetings. Presents the information compiled and includes their recommendation for each item. Items include platting, zoning, annexations and related variance requests. Takes items to City Commission for consideration after Planning and Zoning.  
• 2.2. Acts as the city’s staff expert in Planning and Zoning related requests for information and advisement. Impart knowledge and opinion onto requestors of such information.    
• 2.3. Assists the Planning and Engineering Director to develop appropriate master-planning for all of the city’s infrastructure improvements, both new and existing. Participates in planning of city’s infrastructure expansion and reconstruction projects and other duties as assigned by the Planning and Engineering Director
• 2.4. Develops and recommends rule and policy changes related to all Planning and Zoning items. Constructs ordinances, resolutions, development agreements and other agreements as needed.  Traverses a political and complex environment with conflicting values and needs while striving to fulfill the adopted plans of the City.  
• 2.5. Engages in and acts as the main point of contact for planning studies, typically led by the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), as assigned by the Planning and Engineering Director.  Facilitates implementation of a variety of plans, including the Mandan Land Use and Transportation Plan, Downtown Subarea Study, and Fringe Area Road Master Plan.  
• 2.6. Performs, as required, clerical duties such as printing, compiling data, data input, photocopying, phone answering, scanning and filing.
• 2.7. Provides staff support to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of City Commissioners by reviewing applications, preparing reports and findings, and providing formal recommendation in written, oral, and presentation formats. Acts as City liaison for variety of committees and subcommittees surrounding land use, transportation, downtown revitalization, and general community health and wellbeing.   Provides input and direction to consultants working on a variety of plans and studies.  
• 2.8. Responsible for processing a variety of application types to include annexations, special use permits, preliminary and final plats, zoning map/text amendments, variances, and street vacations.  Creates, manages, and maintains the City’s land use maps including zoning, future land use, and subdivisions, and assists other departments including Assessors and Building with mapping as needed.  
• 2.9. Provides guidance to future applicants on application timing, additional submittals, and explanation of rules and regulations relevant to the respective future application, as needed.  Processes a variety of administrative land use permits for applicants and ensure compliance with regulations at the time of application.  
• 2.10. Performs other duties of a comparable level/type as required. 

3. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 3.1. Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Urban or Regional Planning. Social Geography, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or related field from an accredited college or university required. Master’s degree in Urban or Regional Planning or related field preferred.   

• 3.2. Experience: Experience working in a local government planning related field for a minimum of three years required. Experience working in a local government planning related field for a minimum of five years preferred.  AICP Certification is preferred, but not required.  

• 3.3. Required Knowledge and Abilities:
  • 3.3.1. Extensive knowledge of best practices of the planning process as it relates to land use and transportation.  
  • 3.3.2. Extensive knowledge of best practices surrounding conventional zoning.    
  • 3.3.3. Experience presenting at public hearings commissions and boards following the Robert’s Rules of Order. 
  • 3.3.4. Extensive ability to communicate clearly and accurately in written and oral formats.  Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
  • 3.3.5. Knowledge of computers and job related software programs including Microsoft standard suite and mapping programs such as Geographic Information System (GIS).
  • 3.3.6. Knowledge of standard construction permitting procedures and general construction practices.  
  • 3.3.7. Knowledge in mathematics, especially geometry, and ability to apply to problem solving. 
  • 3.3.8. Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and laws.
  • 3.3.9. General knowledge of survey methods, tools, and instruments.
  • 3.3.10. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
  • 3.3.11. Ability to communicate with co-workers, supervisor, general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to provide and/or receive work direction. 
  • 3.3.12. Valid North Dakota Driver’s license or ability to attain upon hire. 

• 3.4. Physical Demands/Work Environment: The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table. The incumbent distinguishes between shades of color. The work is typically performed in an office. 

• Applicants who are residents of North Dakota and eligible to claim veteran’s preference must include Form DD-214. Claims for disabled veteran’s preferences must also include Form DD-214 and a letter less than one year old from the Dept. of Veteran’s Affairs indicating disability; claims for preference as the eligible spouse of a disabled or deceased veteran must include Form DD-214, a marriage certificate, and a letter less than one year old from Dept. of Veteran’s Affairs indication disability, or the veteran’s death certificate.
• Applicants who may need additional job information or may require accommodation or assistance with the application or interview process should contact Human Resources at 701-667-3217.
• Applicants are subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks. 
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• The City of Mandan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply here.

Senior Planner - Fargo, ND

Senior Planner
City of Fargo, ND

Experience: 5-7 years

The City of Fargo is seeking a Senior Planner to plan and implement department projects and programs by collecting data, completing research, and providing project administration for major plans and significant programs.

This position is expected to focus on development review. The Senior Planner performs complex analytical work through the identification, collection and interpretation of data used to prepare plans, reports, maps, tables and charts.

The job requires a bachelor’s degree in urban planning or landscape architecture and at least five years of municipal planning experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s Degree is preferred. A valid driver’s license is also required.

Salary begins at $5,247- 6,824 per month, plus benefits, DOE.

Employment is contingent upon successful background check and drug screening.

Apply online at http://applyonline.hr.cityoffargo.com/ or at North Dakota Job Service.

Open until March 21, 2016. EOE

Transportation Planner II KLJ - West Fargo, ND

Transportation Planner II 

KLJ

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Experience: 

5-7 years

Contact person: 

Kim Dittus

Website: 

http://www.kljeng.com

Location: 

West Fargo, ND

Position Purpose: Provide planning and program management services for KLJ projects in a timely, accurate, and cost effective manner.

Essential Functions:

• Provide transportation planning functions such as developing traffic safety, operations and policy reports and presenting to clients and the public. 
• Prepare site analysis, concept design, design development, and presentations 
• Use software and equipment to prepare and revise technical drawings and plans using company established standard procedures 
• Provide quality control by reviewing completed work to ensure compliance with KLJ quality standards 
• Communicate consistently with the project manager, client and contractor 
• Must have a valid drivers license and be able to operate motorized vehicles

Responsibilities: 

• May serve as project manager on designated projects 
• Participate and facilitate in meetings with stakeholders and clients 
• Confer with project team members and clients to lead, prepare, and participate in project proposals and interviews

Qualifications Education: 

• A Bachelors Degree in planning, civil engineering, or a related field and 5 to10 years of experience is required.

Preferences: 

• A Masters Degree and an AICP are desired. 
• GIS experience highly desired 
• Experience with Synchro-SimTraffic, Cube Voyager and/or Vissim is preferred 
• Experience with AutoCad and/orMicrostation is a plus.

Hours and Travel 
This position requires the individual work 40 or more hours per week with 90-95% of the time spent in the office and 5-10% in the field. 

Physical Requirements 
The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. 

The employee is regularly required to: 

• Sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, and crawl 
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms 
• Talk or hear and communicate clearly

The employee must: 

• Be able to walk on uneven terrain up to three miles per day 
• Frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 75 pounds 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

M/F/Vet/Disability /Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Transportation Planner II, KLJ - West Fargo, ND

Transportation Planner II 

KLJ

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Experience: 

5-7 years

Website: 

http://www.kljeng.com

Location: 

West Fargo, ND

Job Reference Number: 15-0160

Position Purpose 

Provide planning and program management services for KLJ projects in a timely, accurate, and cost effective manner

Essential Functions

• Provide transportation planning functions such as developing traffic safety, operations and policy reports and presenting to clients and the public.

• Prepare site analysis, concept design, design development, and presentations

• Use software and equipment to prepare and revise technical drawings and plans using company established standard procedures

• Provide quality control by reviewing completed work to ensure compliance with KLJ quality standards

• Communicate consistently with the project manager, client and contractor

• Must have a valid drivers license and be able to operate motorized vehicles Responsibilities:

• May serve as project manager on designated projects

• Participate and facilitate in meetings with stakeholders and clients

• Confer with project team members and clients to lead, prepare, and participate in project proposals and interviews

Qualifications Education: 

• A Bachelors Degree in planning, civil engineering, or a related field and 5 to10 years of experience is required. Preferences:

• A Masters Degree and an AICP are desired.

• GIS experience highly desired

• Experience with Synchro-SimTraffic, Cube Voyager and/or Vissim is preferred

• Experience with AutoCad and/or Microstation is a plus.

Hours and Travel 

This position requires the individual work 40 or more hours per week with 90-95% of the time spent in the office and 5-10% in the field.

M/F/Vet/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity 

TO APPLY, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.KLJENG.COM

Senior Transportation Planner, SRF Consulting Group - Fargo, ND

Senior Transportation Planner 

SRF Consulting Group

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Experience: 

More than 10 years

Contact person: 

Lori Troyer

Phone: 

763-249-6777

Website: 

http://www.srfconsulting.com/news/careers/openings/senior-transportation-planner...

Location: 

Fargo, ND

We are seeking a full-time Senior Transportation Planner to join our growing Fargo, North Dakota Office.

The Transportation Planner will collaborate with local and regional SRF leadership to continue building and sustaining a successful regional planning practice. This role will often involve internal coordination with multidisciplinary teams, and will primarily involve coordination with city, county and state clients. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the development of a variety of transportation and land  use planning projects including corridor studies, transportation plans, pedestrian and bicycle plans, land use plans,  walkability analyses,      transportation safety, access management, development of socioeconomic data projections for use by travel demand modelers, comprehensive plans, and policy development
• Assist in the supervision and guidance of other planners
• Report and memo writing
• Public presentations
• Coordination with team members on the use of GIS for project planning and deployment
• Assist with client contacts and business development
• Development of proposals,project scopes and budgets, and interview presentations
• Quality assurance of maps,graphics, GIS products, and written materials prepared by junior staff
• Staff development and mentoring

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in planning and or transportation/civil engineering or closely related field
• Minimum 10 years planning-related experience
• Professional registration or certification is highly desired
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional project management capabilities
• Demonstrated knowledge of land use and transportation issues 
• Strong analytical skills
• Proven technical writing ability
• Excellent interpersonal and public communication skills
• Proficiency in a number of computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets and database software

Please complete our online application at http://www.srfconsulting.com/careers/ or contact Lori Troyer at ltroyer@srfconsulting.com or 763-249-6777.

SRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Planning and Zoning Director, Morton County - Mandan, ND

Planning and Zoning Director

Morton County

February 20, 2015

Experience: 

1-3 years

Contact person: 

Wendy Bent

Phone: 

7016673414

Fax: 

7016673477

Email: 

wendy.bent@mortonnd.org

Website: 

http://www.co.morton.nd.us/

Location: 

Mandan, ND

Morton County is actively recruiting candidates for a County Planner position.  This position is the only position making up the Planning and Zoning Department.  This is a highly valued position within this organization requiring the candidate to have a solid foundation in Planning and Zoning but also a genuine interest in consciously serving the public.   

The Planning and Zoning Director will be responsible for coordinating and facilitating land use planning activities and administers the zoning and subdivision ordinance for unincorporated areas of the County. This position involves a high level of coordination and interaction with other County departments, government entities, local organizations, development groups, and the general public. The Director of Planning and Zoning acts in an advisory capacity to the Board of County Commissioners and the Planning & Zoning Commission. Among other things, this position involves developing and implementing land-use policies and programs with broad scope, processing and evaluating development proposals, and other related duties as required.

• Prepares updates to the Morton County Comprehensive Plan, as needed, and assists the Planning and Zoning Commission and Morton County Commission in implementing the plan’s goals and strategies.
• Interprets and explains all Morton County regulations pertaining to zoning, subdivision, and land use development generally for the unincorporated areas of the County.
• Facilitates monthly Planning and Zoning Commission meetings by setting meeting agendas, preparing staff reports, and presenting relevant information to County officials.
• Manages, tracks, and updates records of Planning and Zoning Commission meeting materials, Morton County Commission actions pertaining to planning and zoning, and any related permits or notices.
• Administers the review process for all subdivisions, rezonings, special use permits, and variances in the unincorporated areas of the County, including meeting with applicants, sending mailings to the public, publishing public notices, presentations in public hearings, and maintenance of communications between all parties throughout the process.
• Maintains and updates the zoning map, as needed, and makes the map available for public use.
• Researches and provides recommendations for improvements to the County’s zoning and subdivision regulations, administrative procedures, as well as any other governmental measures relating to land use, economic development, public utilities, community facilities, conservation, housing, and transportation.
• Maintains an active understanding of current planning trends and opportunities, and summarizes information for Morton County officials and the public.
• Facilitates public involvement and gathers public input through communications such as interviews, public meetings, surveys, hearings, and mailings.
• Conducts field investigations, demographic studies, or other research to gather required information, and presents findings in graphic and narrative form.
• Coordinates communications between other departments, business associations, interest groups, other governmental jurisdictions, the public, and County officials.
• Provides GIS technical assistance to the County.
• Provides assistance with hazard mitigation and floodplain management tasks for the County.
• Provides grant-writing assistance to the County.
• Provides technical planning assistance to Incorporated Cities in Morton County, as requested by City Commissions or staff.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations regarding planning and land development.
• Knowledge of concepts, theory and principles of planning and related disciplines such as sociology, demography, economics, finance;
• Knowledge of geographic information systems;
• Skills in public administrations, management and public relations;
• Skills in data collection, basic statistical methods, interpreting and applying codes and regulations, and application of planning principles and developing plans, etc.;
• Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well- defined planning problems.
• Skills in oral and written presentation, communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction;
• Skills in coordinating efforts of a group and managing consensus;
• Ability to manage and prioritize tasks effectively while working with multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in computer software used in planning including Microsoft Office, ArcGIS, Sketchup, etc.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in urban/rural planning or a closely related field is required.  A master’s degree in planning and/or AICP certification is preferred.