Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Under the direction of the Community Development Director, the Town Planner will review, manage, and implement policies and regulations relating to the physical development of the Town of Keystone. Using a strong combination of education and experience, it will be the Town Planner’s responsibility to create and maintain a thriving, liveable community that will promote long-term economic, social and environmental sustainability.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under broad policy guidance, responsible for development review, current, and long-range planning activities.
• Drafts and provides advice to the Community Development Director in the consideration of ordinances and other documents related to zoning and land use.
• Administers and enforces the Town’s Land Use and Development Code, subdivision/PUD regulations and sign codes.
• Responsible for overseeing the development of the Town Comprehensive Master Plan.
• Oversees and administers activities related to the Building Permit process.
• Acts as staff advisor to Planning and Zoning Commission: prepares and distributes agendas, attends all meetings, prepares written and oral reports, and advises the Town Manager and Town Council on planning, zoning and building issues.
• Coordinates and updates mapping projects and database information for planning purposes.
• Works with consultants and contractors assigned to support Community Development projects and responsibilities.
• All other duties as assigned.

Demonstrated Skills:

• Knowledge of zoning practices and comprehensive land use planning, including technical development, implementation and enforcement of related codes and ordinances.
• Knowledge of municipal planning programs and processes, including current and long-range planning, development review and permitting.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with architects, contractors, developers, property owners, employees, and the public.
• Problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve practical problems and address citizen inquiries and concerns.
• Knowledge of computer programs and applications, database management, internet applications, and GIS systems.
• Ability to review plans and apply provisions of the ordinances and codes to determine compliance with such regulations and to apply regulations to field conditions.
• Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed.
• Ability to speak, write and understand the English language proficiently.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, architecture, civil engineering, public administration, business administration or related field required.
• Master’s degree in planning or related field preferred.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification preferred.
• At least five (5) years progressively responsible experience in urban and long-range planning, preferably in resort communities.
• Experience with municipal destination resort community desired.

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