Planning Manager

Planning Manager

Performs complex technical and professional work processing legislative applications for the Department of Community Development, providing information to the public, preparing and maintaining reports, records, and files, in depth involvement with Special Projects; does related work as required.

Planning Manager position duties include, but are not limited to :

High Level Overview Of Skill Needed : Performs complex professional and administrative work assisting with planning, supervising, and directing all planning operations; does related work as required. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Community Development. Supervision is exercised over all department personnel in the absence of the department director (when necessary).

Supervision : Plans, directs, coordinates, and supervises the services, operations, programs, and staff of the Planning Division of the Community Development Department; Coordinating and supervising planning operations, transportation impacts and improvements and responsibilities; serves as staff to the Planning Commission; reviews applications for Special Use Permits, Rezonings, "2232" applications, Comprehensive Plan Amendments, and Related Legislative Applications; processes applications or presents to Town Council for decisions; prepares agenda and staff reports for Commission and Council meetings; prepares correspondence regarding actions.

Essential Functions :

• Plans, directs, coordinates, and supervises the services, operations, programs, and staff of the Planning Division;
• Serves as staff to the Planning Commission;
• Processes and supervises applications for Legislative Land Use. Prepares applications, drafts legal entitlement conditions, and presents to the Planning Commission and Town Council;
• Manages a variety of special projects to meet Town Council priorities, goals, and objectives;
• Preparation and maintenance of appropriate files and records;
• Responds to Town Council, Planning Commission, and citizens' service requests and complaints; preparing reports; interpreting and applying codes, ordinances and provisions;
• Conducts, and supervises staff, reviews of the Comprehensive Plan and other planning projects;
• Analyzes and evaluates land use proposals;
• Updates, maintains, enforces, and interprets Town policies and codes;
• Assists with preparation and administering the departmental budgets and grants; monitors expenditures and prepares budget adjustments.

Representation : Acts as liaison to various boards and community leaders as assigned by the Department Director.

Related Tasks : Performs other tasks as required.

Supervision : This position requires general supervision with guidance from the Director of Community Development.

Education & Experience :

Salary Grade - 14

Education - Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in planning, government management, or related field

Experience - Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in planning, government management, business, or related field and considerable experience in community development operations including considerable supervisory experience.

Certifications / Licensure - Certification through the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities :

Knowledge of principles and practices of planning, transportation, and economic development. Knowledge of the Code of Virginia is required.

Ability to interpret and analyze technical and statistical information and prepare technical reports

Ability to effectively communicate and interact with supervisors, members of the general public, applicants, employees, Town Officials and others involved in performance of job duties; ability to assemble reports in a concise, clear and effective manner.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with associates, other departments, board and committee members, elected officials, and the general public.

Proficient in GIS software, Word, Excel, permit tracking software.

Ability to use independent judgement and work with little direct supervision.

Ability to operate a computer, and other office equipment needed to perform job duties, proficiency in various software, including Microsoft Office suite; and excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Equipment & Tools :

Personal computer including word processing software, printer, telephone / cellphone, calculator, copy machine, and other associated office equipment.

Work Environment :