STATEMENT OF THE JOB

STATEMENT OF THE JOB

Provides a variety of public assistance in responding to inquiries and answering questions related to planning and land use issues, applications, and permits.

Performs a variety of technical and professional planning, zoning, and land use activities. Assists in preparing and presenting staff reports for City boards and commissions involved in planning and land use issues. Interprets and applies Municipal planning ordinances.

Education & Experience/Licensing & Training

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE/ LICENSING & TRAINING

Education & Experience

Graduation from high school or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning or a related field from an accredited college; OR Minimum three (3) years working in a municipal setting in Planning divisions; OR any combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. *Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning or previous experience as a Planner preferred.

Licensing & Training

Valid State Driver's License
National Incident Management System (NIMS) training based on assignment
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certi?cates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation

Essential Functions/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions, as de?ned under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Serves as the liaison between the Planning and Zoning Division and the public and provides technical support for a variety of City land use entities.
Assists the public with questions regarding proper procedures, forms, permits, plans, and fees associated with permits, subdivisions, and zoning regulations.
Interprets and applies general plan policies, zoning ordinances, and Municipal Code requirements to a variety of land use issues.
Reviews industrial, commercial, residential and sign permits for zoning and ordinance compliance.
Conducts a variety of research and data collection for land use development, zoning history, and compliance with City land use ordinances and policies.
Gathers and organizes a variety of information, preparing sta? reports for City boards and commissions concerned with planning and land use issues.
Develops and makes written and oral presentations of ?ndings and recommendations.
Processes site plan approvals, subdivision proposals, conditional use permits, variance requests, and permits.
On occasion, evening or weekend hours may be required for attendance at Board & Commission meetings or special City-related functions.
Represents the City of Bullhead City in both action and words, demonstrating strong ethics, both professionally and personally, in order to maintain the highest standard of integrity.
Provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
Performs other duties as required or as necessary in case of an emergency.
Performs related work as required or directed.

Knowledge Of

Applicable Federal, State and local codes and regulations
The principles, practices and ethics of municipal planning
Methods of community involvement and the public hearing process.
GIS (Geographic Information Systems)

SKILL IN:

Evaluating the feasibility of plans in relation to economic, social and environmental costs and trends
Analyzing and systematically compiling technical and statistical information and preparing technical reports

Ability To

Communicate orally in person and using the telephone
Instruct others
Draw or letter charts, schedules, graphs, maps or similar objects
Comprehend and make inferences from written material
Operate a variety of o?ce equipment
Learn job-related material both on the job and in a classroom setting
Produce written documents with clearly organized thoughts using proper sentence construction, punctuation, and grammar
Enter data or information into a computer
Establish and maintain e?ective working relationships with other city departments, the business community, and other government agencies
Communicate e?ectively orally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

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 functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to ?nger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Speci?c hearing abilities include the ability to hear sirens and whistles, and hold conversation with others by telephone, in person, and over radio equipment.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.

Medical/Rx (EPO or HDHP)
Dental/Vision
Wellness Program
Flexible Spending/Health Savings Account
Group Life Insurance
Optional Additional Life Insurance
Optional Additional Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
12 Paid Holidays Annually
Paid Vacation (Accrual rate is dependent upon full time years of service)
Paid Personal Leave (96 Hours/Year)
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Retirement Plan - 401A Defined Contribution Plan
- Sworn Police Officers participate in the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS). Contribution rates are determined by State Legislature
Optional Deferred Compensation
Tuition Reimbursement
Service Awards

01

A High School Diploma or GED is required for this position. Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

Yes, I have a High School Diploma or GED.
No, I do not possess a High School Diploma or GED.

02

Which best describes your highest level of education?

High School Diploma or GED
Currently enrolled in High School
Some College
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or higher
Trade School/Technical College
None of the above

03

Please select the license you currently possess.

Valid State Driver's License
Commerical Driver's License
I do not currently possess a valid Driver's License.

04

This position has a minimum age requirement of 18 years of age. Are you 18 years or older?

05

Are you a current employee with the City of Bullhead City?

06

Please describe your customer service experience with internal and external customers.

07

Please describe your specific education and experience as it relates to this position

08

I understand that all communication regarding this position will be sent via email and that it is my responsibility to monitor my email. Human Resources will not be responsible for unread emails.

I have read and acknowledge that all communication regarding this position will be sent to me via email.

09

Please describe your experience using GIS (Geographic Information Systems). What types of GIS software or tools have you used, and how have you applied them in your previous work?

Required Question

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