JOB SUMMARY This position performs professional and technical work in current and long-range programs related to the development and implementation of land use plans and policies, capital improvements, infrastructure development and other City projects and programs; performs professional planning work in the administration and enforcement of design guidelines for the City; and performs related work as assigned. The incumbent works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Develops or assists in the development and implementation of growth management, land use, infrastructure and other plans to meet the City’s needs; • Prepares and presents project information and staff recommendations to supervisor, committees, commissions and other such groups as required; • Researches, gathers, interprets and prepares data for planning and zoning studies, reports and recommendations; prepares a variety of studies, briefs and reports for decision-making and presentation purposes; • Assists Administrators and with studies and ordinance updates;

• Develops and maintains Geographic Information System(s) programs to assist with planning functions; • Supports transportation planning activities including bike/ped counts program, analysis and reporting and other tasks as needed; • Conducts independent research as required related to the Comprehensive Plan and other planning efforts; • Participates in public meetings and makes presentations to various groups related to City planning efforts, sometimes requiring evening and some weekend hours; • Participates in department marketing and PR efforts including Departmental reports.