[Massplanners] Town of Hull Job posting - Associate Planner

Thu Apr 13 17:19:04 EDT 2023

Position Title: Associate Planner
Department: Community Development and Planning
Reports To: Community Development and Planning Director
Date: April 2023

General Summary

This position will work to carry out the regulatory planning and development functions of the department under the direction of the Community Development and Planning Director. The position will work closely with the Planning Board, Design Review Board and other land use boards and committees providing staff assistance, reviewing applications and coordinating preparation of meeting agendas and information as well as other projects and tasks as identified by the Director. The position will also help oversee the development and implementation of short and long range planning initiatives set forth by the town and the department.

Supervision

Works under the general direction of the Community Development and Planning Director and in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Massachusetts General Laws and local bylaws. Provides professional supervision for the Town's work and projects.  Supervises consultants hired by the Department. Serves as advisor/liaison to other boards/departments as directed by the Director and Town Manager. Has the ability to work independently on projects and tasks as well as with a team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Assist the Department in the permitting of new commercial and residential projects in coordination with the Planning Board, Design Review Board, Building Department, outside consultants, other town departments and the public; prepare and track legal notices and advertisements; assist applicants to submit complete applications; draft decisions and conditions of approval for the Planning Board; and oversee compliance with project conditions.

Conduct site inspections as needed.

Attend departmental, committee and board meetings (day/evening meetings) as directed.

Answer questions from landowners, developers and other interested persons seeking information about how to apply for permits, responds to daily public inquiries on Town economic   development or planning matters over the phone, in writing and/or in person.

Work with town committees such as the Affordable Housing Committee, Historic Committee Economic Development Committee and other boards and committees as directed.

Assist the Director with longer term planning and economic development initiatives; assist with open space and recreation planning, housing planning, master planning, assist with the creation, revision or reformatting of development regulations, zoning and policies for new development, conduct economic development research and pursue grant opportunities.

Complete special projects as assigned.

Update Community Development and Planning website regularly.

Assume additional responsibilities as directed.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in planning, geography, community planning, landscape architecture, economic development, public administration or other related field with demonstrated experience in consulting or municipal planning.

A valid Massachusetts motor vehicle operator's license.

Knowledge, Ability and Skill

Knowledge of the principles & practices of planning, particularly as applied to Massachusetts land use laws pertaining to zoning and subdivision control.

Excellent interpersonal, public speaking & organizational skills and the ability to work well with the public. Ability to work independently.

Knowledge of basic land use concepts such as site design, roadway and subdivision development, landscape design and site planning.  Ability to read plans.

Working knowledge of general permitting process and understanding of local zoning bylaws, subdivision rules and regulations, MGL Chapter 40A, and other applicable state statutes required.

Preferable skills include:

*                     Business computer applications (Word, Excel, Access)

*                     ArcView GIS computer mapping

*                     Technical Writing

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Administrative work is performed under typical office conditions; inspection work is conducted in the field with exposure to noise and the hazardous conditions associated with construction sites. The employee may be required to work outside of normal work schedule to complete assignments, including attendance at night meetings.

Work schedule is largely during business hours M-TH 7:45-5:00, but also includes regular evening meetings.

 Computer skills are required to process permits, write reports and record information relative to daily activities.

The employee has daily contact with the public, department staff, other town departments, boards, and committees, engineers, lawyers, developers, realtors, and government agencies. Contact is in person, by telephone, fax, and e-mail and in writing.

Minimal physical effort is generally required to perform duties under typical office conditions. Occasional moderate physical effort is required when conducting site visits. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, speak and hear, use hands to operate equipment and move or lift items weighing up to 30 pounds. Vision requirements include the ability to read routine and complex documents, view a computer monitor and drive an automobile.

Annual Salary $65,000 + benefits.

Please forward cover letter and resume to Phil Lemnios: nallen at town.hull.ma.us<mailto:nallen at town.hull.ma.us>
Search will remain open until the position has been filled.

Christopher DiIorio
Community Development and Planning Director
Town of Hull
253 Atlantic Avenue
Hull, MA 02045
781.925.3595

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