Under general direction, performs professional planning work including land use; comprehensive land use planning; and staff assistance at public hearings and meetings.

Essential Job Functions

• Reviews and analyzes development applications; administers land use and environmental regulations, including the Zoning Code, the Subdivision Ordinance, the State Environmental Policy Act, the Shoreline Management Act, and other related standards. Prepares and presents staff reports and recommendations on planning issues.
• Assists in the preparation of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan, the Zoning Code, the Subdivision Ordinance, and other related plans and growth management development regulations.
• Acts as staff liaison to the Planning Commission, and community groups, including preparation of meeting agendas, packets, and minutes.
• Coordinates planning activities with other departments or agencies and with the general public. Provides information to the public by phone, letter, internet, or in person on policies related to planning issues.
• Performs research and analytical studies on various planning issues. Assists in the preparation of grant applications.
• Assist with public engagement efforts of the planning work plan.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in planning, urban studies, or a closely related field.

Experience:

• Four years of professional planning experience. An equivalent combination of experience and education may be substituted.
• Possession of a valid Washington State driver's license at the time of appointment, or the ability to acquire one within thirty (30) days, and a driving record acceptable to the City's Human Resources Manager.