Planning Technician

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The City of Rochester invites applications for the position of :

Planning Technician

Community Development

The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging. We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work.

We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work. We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community.

It takes us all working together

Nature of Work

Under supervision, the Planning Technician performs technical work in the field of current planning and serves as a primary point of contact for initial planning and permitting inquiries.

The position is responsible for processing basic land use applications and assisting the general public, developers and contractors at the public counter and on the phone with planning related questions.

Typical duties include, reviewing applications for completeness and compliance with existing ordinances; land use research;

and approving and issuing over-the-counter permits. The position will have a high-level of interaction with external customers.

Pay Rate : 2024 starting rate of pay is $28.27 per hour with advancement to $37.56 per hour.

To have your application considered in the first round of reviews, please apply before August 1, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The work below is representative of the scope of work to be performed. Individual job duties will vary based on work assignment or location.

• Provide information and technical assistance to the general public, developers and contractors regarding the planning process, including land use and zoning regulations
• Respond to inquiries and assist the general public with planning and zoning questions. Refer customers to appropriate resources as needed.
• Read, research, interpret, and communicate information related to the land development manual.
• Ensure increased understanding and support for departmental programs, services, and policies within the City and organization
• Process basic land use applications as well as commercial, residential and sign permits
• Review applications for completeness and compliance with planning ordinances and established planning practices.
• Approve basic land development applications.
• Prepare graphics, maps and supporting materials for applications.
• Assist the general public, developers and contractors in completing applications.
• Review building permit applications for zoning ordinance compliance.
• Create and issue zoning compliance letters.
• Provide support to the Planning Team
• Collect data, prepare reports and maps and assist staff with projects on land use and zoning topics.
• Gather, prepare and track information related to application statuses and completion timelines.
• Assist in the preparation of staff reports. Conduct research on land use and planning topics as requested.
• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

A Bachelor's degree in municipal and regional planning, urban planning, landscape architecture, or a related field from an accredited college or university

Licenses and / or Certifications

Possession of a valid driver's license

If this work interests you but you are unsure if you meet all the job requirements listed above, please apply anyway! Your experience is likely more applicable to the role than you think, and the City is interested in candidates who can bring not only technical expertise but a variety of lived experience to the team.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.

In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Sedentary Work : Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and / or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Physical demands that may be required continuously (2 / 3 or more of the time), frequently (1 / 3 to 2 / 3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1 / 3 of the time) are noted below :

Frequent demands : Sitting and Fine Dexterity

Occasional demands : Pushing / Pulling, Kneeling, Crouching, Lifting, Handling, Reaching, Carrying, Standing, Walking

Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include : sight, hearing, touch.