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City Of Holyoke- Personnel Dept * Planner I in Holyoke, Massachusetts
Full Job Description: https://www.holyoke.org/documents/planner-i/ Job Summary: Provides assistance to the Director of Planning & Economic Development and Assistant Director of Planning in administering the activities of the Planning Department, with a focus on the Special Permit Review, Site Plan review, and Grant support. Additional responsibilities may include supporting the work of the Board of Appeals,and the Planning Board; performs all other related work as required. Duties/Responsibilities: - Assists the Director and Assistant Director of Planning in administering the activities of the Planning Board and Board of Appeals; prepares correspondence and reports as required. - Works to be knowledgeable of both the local and State regulations regarding the land use and zoning. - Assists in the review of Zoning Ordinance(s), Subdivision Control Regulations, Planning Board Special Permit applications, and Site Plan Review applications. - Represents the Office of Planning & Economic Development, and the City of Holyoke at both on-site meetings, committees, workshops, seminars, and other related activities. - Coordinates, convenes, and attends meetings related to projects; conducts field inspections with relevant staff and project representatives. - Conducts research on special topics related to the redevelopment of Holyoke. - Assists in the preparation of planning program documents and strategic projects as required. - Assists in the research and application process for Planning related grants. - Performs similar or related work as required, directed, or as the situation dictates. Required Skills/Abilities: - Knowledge in planning, land use and zoning issues, site plan review, public infrastructure projects,environmental sustainability and economic development. - Knowledge of related state and federal laws and regulations and City ordinances. Working knowledge of computer equipment and software. - Knowledge of MGL Ch 40A, Zoning and MGL Ch41, Administration of Government, preferred. - Prepares routine to complex correspondence and reports utilizing computerized office applications. Supervisory Responsibilities: - Supervision Scope: Performs complex and responsible duties requiring initiative and independent judgment in the planning, administration and execution of the department?s services. - Supervision Received: Works under the administrative direction of the Director of Planning and Economic Development and Assistant Director of Planning, under the oversight and guidance of the Planning Board in accordance with the Board?s bylaws and any other applicable municipal regulations. - Supervision Given: Exercises technical and administrative supervision over contract employees as needed, pertaining to specific tasks or projects. Provides assistance to the Director and Assistant Director of Planning in administering the activities of the department and exercises, including overseeing work by Department Clerk(s) and interns and/or seasonal staff. Education, Certification, Licensure and Experience: - Minimum of a Bachelor?s Degree in urban planning, government, urban geography, or other field related to urban or regional planning or at least two years of paid professional experience in urban or regional planning; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) status: Exempt (Salary) Employment status & Hours: Regular Full-time employment, 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Occasional evening meetings. Salary/Pay rate: \$47,930.18 - \$63,387.66 a year (Grade 8 - PSA) Employee Benefits: Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Optional Vision and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) How to Apply: Please apply on Indeed or send resume and cover letter to Personnel@holyoke.org