[Massplanners] Planner 1 Position Open

[Rob May]

https://brockton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=135858

Job Description:
Position Type:    Full- Time, Benefited Union Position
Salary: $55,000-$63,000

Essential duties and responsibilities:

Assisting the Director Economic Development & Planning by reviewing
applications to Planning  Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, Conversation
Commission, Historic Commission and other relevant regulatory bodies plans
for conformity with appropriate provisions of the state laws and the
ordinances of the City of Brockton; assist in preparing staff reports;
assist in preparing Board/Commission decisions; drafting city sponsored
zoning text and map amendments; assisting the public with questions
regarding zoning text and maps;   and FEMA Flood Zone maps. Assist with
site plan and development impact reviews; demographic and statistical
analysis; conducting planning studies including, but not limited to:


Comprehensive District zoning, land use, open space, housing, economic
development and transportation.
Applies professional skills and knowledge to planning projects and
responsibilities such as collecting data and statistics, assisting in
planning studies, performing preliminary analysis, preparing maps and
reports.
Managing zoning files and GIS Database.
Serve as liaison to business and community organizations, coordinate events
and initiatives.
Performs similar or related duties as required, as situations dictates or
as assigned by the Director Economic Development & Planning or his/her
designee.



Supervision:

Works under the general supervision of the Director Economic Development &
Planning in accordance with the applicable provisions of Massachusetts
General Laws, Chapter 40A (Zoning), 40C (Historic Districts), and Chapter
41 K-GG (Subdivision Control) with other appropriate provisions of state
laws and the ordinances of the City of Brockton.  Most work is performed
independently; refers difficult or unusual circumstances to the Director
Economic Development & Planning.

Work environment:

Works is subject to unplanned fluctuations and administrative deadlines;
attendance at night meetings is required.  Administrative work is performed
in office conditions; some site work is required to obtain the necessary
data and statistics for planning studies.


Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Urban/Regional Planning or
related field and one year of professional experience.  Master's Degree may
be substituted for experience. Skill in GIS and vector-based computer
programs, such as Adobe products, are a plus.

Additional requirements:

Must successfully complete and pass a Massachusetts Criminal Offender
Record Information (CORI) check.  Must have a valid Massachusetts Motor
Vehicle Operator's License.



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures, general knowledge of
Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 40A (Zoning), 40 C (Historic
Districts), and Chapter 41 K-GG (Subdivision Control).
Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
Ability to work effectively under time constraints to meet deadlines.
Ability to interact tactfully and effectively with City employees, state,
federal and local agencies, and the public.
Good organizational skills and communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Computer skills which include thorough knowledge of Microsoft Word and
Excel.
Experience with digital photography.


Rob May, CEcD
Director of Planning and Economic Development
City of Brockton
45 School Street
Brockton, MA 02301
508-580-7113
rmay at cobma.us
He/Him/His
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