POSITION TITLE: PLANNER II  

EXEMPT: YES  

DEPARTMENT: PLANNING COMMISSION  

POSITION REPORTING: COMMUNITY PLANNING MANAGER  

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBLE: FLEXIBLE/HYBRID 

SUMMARY: This position requires the individual to be proficient in the terminology and application of the technical and political processes  concerned with the use of land, public welfare, and the design of the natural and built environment in general.  

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES in addition to all of the above shall include some combination of the following dependent upon stated  position: 

• Write zoning, land development, and subdivision regulations 
• Author and produce planning related documents such as, but not limited to, comprehensive, revitalization, parks &  recreation and other plans, studies, and reports 
• Have technical knowledge in land use, housing, transportation, open space, environmental, demographics, landscape  design, zoning, planning law, and related subjects 
• Attend and participate in public meetings, day or evening. 
• Work closely with municipal planning commissions and task forces, leading group discussions and building consensus to advance  planning goals; and undertake public outreach for comprehensive planning efforts and other planning initiatives.  
• Grant writing 
• Pursue continuing education, training, and workshops to further planning knowledge and stay up-to-date on current planning practices.  

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all essential and specific duties  satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may  be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Master’s Degree in Planning or related field 
• Two to four (2-4) years of relatable work experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the  knowledge and abilities necessary to be successful in the position 
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills including public speaking 
• Good analytical, organizational, logical thinking and problem-solving abilities 
• Ability to use state of the art business and audio visual equipment 
• Ability to multi-task and willingness to take the initiative 
• Strong organizational skills and time management 
• Knowledge of essential professional office computer software to perform word processing, spreadsheet analysis, presentations, design  and ability to learn certain geographic information system functions 
• Have a valid driver’s license 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of 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 to perform the  essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear. Walking is required in field conditions  with uneven terrain to perform site visits, acquire information, and perform inspections or to attend meetings. The employee is occasionally  required to use hands to handle or feel objects. The employee is also required to kneel or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or  move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception.  

The employee must be able to drive to various locations during the day or night and attend meetings that may last several hours.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while  performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the  essential function. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  

TO APPLY ONLINE: Go to https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montcopa – fill out the application form under the job  posting. Please submit a cover letter with your application.