(A) The City Planner must have experience in evidencing knowledge, and skill in community planning is highly desired. A graduate degree with major course work in city planning is preferred. A bachelors degree in city, community or urban planning, or in a related field is required.
(B) The position requires the following knowledge, abilities, and skills:
(1) Knowledge of land development and growth management facets of community planning;
(2) Knowledge of the social, economic, cultural, and physical (land use, transportation, and utilities) design facets of community planning and development;
(3) Knowledge of municipal codes as related to zoning and subdivision ordinances;
(4) Knowledge of all pertinent federal regulations and state statutes affecting community planning and development;
(5) Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of regional and urban/community (city) planning;
(6) Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in the interpretation and enforcement of all applicable laws, rules, and regulations;
(7) Ability to coordinate and promote the establishment and maintenance of community development programs;
(8) Ability to define community development related needs and problems, draw valid conclusions, and formulate and present applicable recommendations;
(9) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and knowledge and literacy in the use and operation of computers, use of database, and information management;
(10) Ability to prepare complete and concise reports;
(11) Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other departments and their staff, architects, contractors, developers, various federal, state, and local officials, and the general public;
(12) Ability to develop, train, and supervise clerical/technical staff; and
(13) City residency within one year of appointment.
(Ord. 92-7, passed 3-23-1992)