Description:Summary/Objective

The Planner II will prepare, and assist with, the preparation of housing elements and studies, community plans, specific plans, zoning updates, community engagement, and other planning efforts, as a member of a team. The Planner II may serve as an Assistant Project Manager on small projects.

.Requirements:Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Responsible for leading research assignments, data gathering, and analysis. Conducts planning, demographic, and statistical analysis. Conducts mapping or assist with coordination of mapping
• Prepares planning studies and reports in support of new and updated plans, programs, and regulations.
• Researches policies, plans, and regulations, including zoning ordinances and codes.
• Organizes and conducts workshops and meetings.
• Prepares presentations and presentation materials. Facilitates or assists in workshop facilitation.
• Prepares meeting summaries and documentation of meetings and workshops.
• Conducts site visits.
• Assists project managers or directors in project management activities.

Competencies

• Proficient in taking on larger tasks and assignments, such as leading a chapter in a report, working under minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of zoning codes, general plans, and specific plans, as well as planning processes.
• Knowledge of planning and housing legislation, and ability/desire to keep up-to-date with changing requirements.
• Strong communication skills and ability to communicate ideas simply, writing and analytical skills.
• Document production software skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Work Environment

• Typical office environment

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time.

Travel Required

• Limited travel may be required.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree with major course work in Urban and Regional Planning, Community Development, Geography, Landscape Architecture
• A minimum of three years of professional planner experience

Preferred Education and Experience

N/A

Additional Eligibility Requirements

N/A

Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements

N/A

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

Ascent provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves or absence, compensation, and training.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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