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Note to job searchers: It is common for employers to extend their filing deadlines beyond the originally announced date or the date noted on this page. Vacancies will remain on this site at least one week past the closing date published herein. If you see a job you are interested in but it has closed, contact the employer - it is possible they may still be accepting applications. Visit APA's Jobs Online. This page updated April 21, 2008
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Lawton, OK
The City of Lawton OK, population 100,000, is currently seeking a COmprehensive Planner, a Planning Admnistrator, and a Transportation Planner. Lawton is located in Southwest Oklahoma and is on Forbes' List of the top 100 places for business.
For more information and requirements visit our website at www.cityof.lawton.ok.us* 580-581-3392 1405 SW 11th Street 73505 EOE DS
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Oklahoma City , OK
The City of Oklahoma City is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Planner II. This position is located in the Urban Redevelopment Division of the Planning Department with the City of Oklahoma City with responsibility for both planning and implementation resulting from various studies and initiatives. Under the direction of an immediate supervisor, this position will research and recommend policy and initiatives that will be used to educate, inform and promote urban growth downtown and will address a diverse range of issues affecting downtown development. The division manages Core to Shore, the Downtown Strategic Initiative, Medical Business District, Brownfield redevelopment, Empowerment Zone and several related loan programs. The division also provides technical assistance to facilitate private redevelopment projects. The Planner II is a professional classification that requires well-developed skills in research, verbal and written communication, and fully functional knowledge of principles, procedures, and methodologies of City planning and City government.
Essential job functions include: Conducting extensive research in specific or general project areas and independently compiling, computing, and presenting data in appropriate formats. Planner II’s participate in data summary and analysis and are called upon to draw valid conclusions that may be based on hypotheses of future circumstances and demands. Within this classification, differentiation occurs with respect to the disciplinary knowledge required of the incumbent. In addition to general planning knowledge, specialty areas include: commercial district revitalization, economic development, housing, industrial relocation, Brownfields, and social and environmental sustainability programs. Planner II’s in all disciplines are responsible for writing and presenting formal and technical reports, working papers, and correspondence, data collection, graphic presentation. Work products, as well as procedures utilized in their generation, are subject to review by a supervisor. Reports, conclusions, and recommendations may become or be used to establish official City policies, programs or ordinances.
Veterans Preference: A five-point preference will be awarded on the initial scored selection process for honorably discharged veterans of the United States Armed Forces not currently employed full time by the City of Oklahoma City. Qualified applicants must submit a copy of their DD Form 214 indicating discharge type/character of service in person, mail or fax at 405-297-2137.
Job Requirements:
Departmental Preferences:
Working Conditions:
Physical Requirements:
Fringe Benefits: Vacation 96 hours per year. Sick Leave 130 hours per year. Holidays 10 regular holidays per year. Injury Insurance Effective day of employment. Retirement Jointly paid by the City and employee. Credit Union Full banking services. Life Insurance The City provides $10,000 term coverage; optional, supplemental and dependent coverage available at low rates. Health Insurance or Health Several plans are available for employee and dependent(s) coverage. Maintenance Organization Dental Insurance Dental plan options are available for employee and dependent(s) coverage at reasonable rates. Disability Plan City pays 60% of pre-disability income. Compensation Employees are required to receive pay electronically, either direct deposit or paycard.
Compensation: $43,242 to $66,064/annually
Interested applicants may apply at the Personnel Department, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Applications and resumes will be accepted from April 14, 2008 through May 9, 2008.
To download an application and for a detailed job description, please visit the City’s job opening web page at http://www.okc.gov/jobs/jobslist.html
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Park City, Utah
The Municipal Corporation of Park City, Utah is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Planning Director.
Under the direction of the City Manager, and as a member of a work team with the Chief Building Official and City Engineer, the Planning Director oversees planning programs, assists with sustainability team initiatives and serves as a member of the Planning Department team along with project planners. Closely collaborating with City management teams, responsible for the day to day administration and general management of the Planning Department, including staff supervision, project planning/prioritization, and resource allocation. Ensures that the City boards and commissions have professional and objective planning staff support. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service. Performs various public relation activities aimed at obtaining the greatest public acceptance, confidence and support of City plans.
Required Qualifications: Masters Degree in Planning or related field, Ten years progressively responsible experience, Five years of supervisory or coordination experience, Valid Utah Drives License or ability to obtain, Computer literacy in Microsoft Office software.
Compensation: Full time regular $66,300 - $87,394 DOQ, excellent benefits + performance bonus eligibility.
For full recruitment info: www.parkcity.org HR - 445 Marsac Ave, Park City, Utah 84060 Fax: (435) 615-4902; e-mail leier@parkcity.org. Open Until Filled. |
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City of Tulsa
The City of Tulsa, Oklahoma is currently seeking qualified applicants for a Planner III position. Under general direction performs professional work in the development and effectuation of comprehensive plans, procedures or programs and performs other related assigned duties. Position Code: 4673-0009SN Planning Pay Grade: EX-40 / Salary Range: $3,731-$6,461/Mo. Essential Job Functions: Performs professional planning work in developing database studies; Assists in programming project objectives, research activities and related activities; Conducts the more difficult technical aspects of the planning program; Supervises subordinate planners in conducting a difficult phase of the plans or programs; Analyzes data, designs basic portions of the master plan or program and makes recommendations for revisions; Supervises a group of technical assistants engaged in specialized activities in support of project development and implementation; Prepares outlines of data desired and supervises compilation and statistical analysis of data; Serves as liaison coordinator with private consultants, public officials and various civic organizations; Prepares detailed plans and graphic and written presentations; Recruits clients and oversees their certification, eligibility and testing by conducting training and workshops; Maintains various records, reports and files; Assists in the development and monitoring of division budgets in some positions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, urban planning or one of the social sciences with an emphasis in social, manpower planning, land use planning, urban design, economic development or a closely related field; and four (4) years of experience in a planning capacity or an equivalent combination of training and experience per Personnel Policies and Procedures, Section 128.
Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of urban planning, community research, statistical analysis, real estate marketing, development, finance and valuation and program design; comprehensive knowledge of the techniques of planning research; considerable knowledge of economics, municipal finance, and sociology as applied to city planning; considerable knowledge of real estate laws and GIS systems; considerable knowledge of employment training requirements; considerable knowledge of economic, social and/or physical needs of an urban community; good knowledge of civil engineering and physical design as applied to city planning; and good knowledge of public administration. Ability to analyze and forecast economic, social and physical problems of the community and to formulate effective solutions; ability to carry planning assignments to completion through the formulation of creative planning solutions; ability to analyze and systematically compile technical and statistical information and to prepare comprehensive technical reports; ability to interpret laws and regulations; ability to supervise and train assigned personnel; ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; and the ability to understand and influence the behavior of others within the organization, customers or the public in order to achieve job objectives and cause action or understanding.
Physical Requirements: Physical requirements include arm and hand dexterity enough to use a keyboard and telephone; occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; occasional pushing and pulling up to 20 pounds; may be subject to walking, standing, sitting, reaching, balancing, bending, kneeling, crawling, handling and twisting; and vision, speech and hearing sufficient to perform the essential tasks.
Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid Oklahoma Class "D" Operator's License; and Real Estate License is preferred in some positions.
Skills Tests Required: A word processing, spreadsheet and database assessment will be administered at the basic level. A written assessment may be administered.
Working Environment: Working environment is primarily indoors in an office setting; and may be required to attend public meetings and hearings outside normal office hours in some positions.
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ACOG - Oklahoma City
The Association of Central Oklahoma Governments, the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study (OCARTS) area seeks highly motivated, skilled, self-starting professionals to fill three (3) key positions within the Transportation Planning and Data Services (TPDS) Division. All three positions require excellent analytical, communication and problem-solving abilities, as well as database management and GIS software skills.
NOTE: The positions will be filled at either the Assistant Planner or Associate Planner level, depending on qualifications.
Minimum Job Requirements & Salary Range: Assistant Planner: Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Geography, or related field, plus one (1) year of professional experience. A Master’s Degree in related field may substitute for the 1-year experience or an equivalent level of professional experience and education to competently perform required job duties. Starting Salary Range: $33,432 - $42,660.
Associate Planner: Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Geography, or related field, plus three (3) years of professional experience. A Master’s Degree in related field may substitute for 1-year of experience. Starting Salary Range: $37,992 - $48,492.
Please submit cover letter and resume to: Attn: Beverly Garner, bgarner@acogok.org 21 E. Main St., Suite 100 Oklahoma City, OK 73104-2405.
Deadline: Positions open until filled. Resume review will begin February 19, 2008 ACOG participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
Additional
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Ogdensburg, New York
The City of Ogdensburg has a department head vacancy for a highly motivated individual who will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive, often complex and technically sophisticated, plans for community and industrial development.
Minimum Job Requirements:
Minimum qualifications for
this position and application form can be found at
www.ogdensburg.org.
Compensation: Salary range: $50,096. - $67,330.
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Norman, Oklahoma
The City of Norman, Oklahoma is currently seeking applicants for the Director of the Planning and Community Development Department.
As the third largest city in Oklahoma, the City of Norman (population 108,000) encompasses 189 sq. miles and is home to the University of Oklahoma (29,700 students). Situated astride Interstate 35 and within 15 miles of downtown OKC and Will Rogers World Airport, the City has rapidly grown from a suburban college town to a thriving manufacturing, high technology and business center. Norman offers extensive arts and cultural facilities led by university programs.
Under the direction of the City Manager, the Director of Planning and Community Development manages a $2,800,000 operating budget for current planning, development, GIS, revitalization, community development block grant, and code compliance services.
Minimum Job Requirements: A Master’s degree in Regional and City Planning or related field is required along with eight years of progressively complex and responsible related experience within communities dealing with development and redevelopment, including five years of supervisory and managerial experience. Experience in organizations with staff size and overall operating budgets similar to or larger than the City of Norman is preferred as well as a thorough knowledge of building inspection, code enforcement, and development fees. American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) preferred. The successful candidate will have broad experience in preparation and administration of all facets of comprehensive and subsidiary plans for physical development.
Salary Range: Salary range: $97,642 - $118,795 annually (DOE).
A complete employment announcement is available for review at:
Qualified individuals may request an application from the Human Resources Department.
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Shawnee, OK
The City of Shawnee, Oklahoma has a job opening for the Planning/ Community Development Director. The incumbent employee is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the activities of the divisions of Planning, Code Enforcement, and CDBG. The Planning/Community Development Director also staffs Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment, Action Center, and Shawnee Urban Renewal Authority.
Duties include:
Educational Requirements:
Shawnee Personnel Department See City of Shawnee Web page
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Owasso, OK
The City of
Owasso is looking for a
qualified candidate to address the needs of a growing community. The City
Planner position is responsible for implementing land use planning programs
and providing broad based planning services to the Public, City Council, and
appointed boards including the Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment and
City Staff, which includes the Director of Community Development and the
City Manager.
The City Planner will
interpret and give advice concerning zoning codes, subdivision regulations
and related development codes; review site plans for building permit
administration; and develop special studies including Comprehensive Plan
updates and code amendments.
The minimum qualifications
and/or experience required is:
• AICP certification is
desirable
Salary Range:
Negotiable; Minimum of $48,000
Contact Information:
Postal Address: Website http://www.cityofowasso.com
Deadline: Position open until filled.
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INCOG -Tulsa, OK
The Indian Nations Council of Governments, the principal planning organization in the Tulsa Metropolitan Area, is seeking applications for a Planner to be in charge of current and long-range planning functions, flood plain administration, code enforcement and conducting various special studies for a metropolitan county area planning commission and board of county commissioners. Current planning functions include administration of the zoning code, subdivision regulations and all related development regulations and ordinances. Must have hands on experience with the planning commissions, boards of adjustment, elected boards, and working with the development community and general public. Duties include: Administration of the comprehensive planning program; processing applications for rezoning and planned unit developments and the board of adjustment; floodplain administration; code enforcement; and acting as the lead staff person on all planning related projects. Required Skills: Strong written and oral skills and ability to work with staff departments, citizens, developers, planning commissions and boards of adjustment, and elected boards. Strong analytical and research skills, GIS and computer skills, interpersonal and team building skills, being a self-starter, and showing demonstrated leadership and management abilities is required. Excellent public presentation, computer, oral and written communication skills, a working knowledge of database, thematic mapping programs and computer spreadsheet applications is required. Educational Requirements: Masters Degree in Urban Planning and one year of experience preferred, or Bachelors Degree in a related field and two years of experience in urban planning or equivalent combination of experience and education.
Starting salary range: $44,000 - $50,000 commensurate with experience and education. Applications close upon selection of the final candidate.
Submit resume and letter of interest to: Personnel Director, INCOG 201 West 5th Street, Suite 600 Tulsa, OK 74103 See INCOG Web page Email: incog@incog.org
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INCOG -Tulsa, OK
The Indian Nations Council of Governments for the Tulsa area has an opening for a Community Planners. Functions in the capacity of community planner overseeing all current and long-range planning functions. Responsible for administration of the comprehensive planning program, interpretation, administration, drafting and enforcement of zoning ordinances, subdivision regulations, land use and transportation plans. Principal staff support to the city council, planning commission and board of adjustment. Duties include: Administration of the comprehensive planning program; review and analysis of rezoning and planned unit development applications, board of adjustment applications; zoning administration; review of lot splits and subdivision plats; presentations to planning commission, board of adjustment, and city council; and preparation of written reports and studies. Must have hands-on experience with current and long-range planning, zoning and subdivision regulations, and planning commissions and city councils. Excellent verbal, word processing, oral and written communication skills required. Working knowledge of database, graphic mapping programs, and computer spreadsheet applications also required. Minimum Job Requirements: Masters degree in urban planning and three years experience or bachelors degree in planning or related field and five years experience in urban planning or equivalent combination of experience and education.
Starting salary range: $35,000 to $42,000 based on qualifications.
Submit resume and letter of interest to: Personnel Director, INCOG 201 West 5th Street, Suite 600 Tulsa, OK 74103 See INCOG Web page Email: incog@incog.org
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