Application Due Wednesday, November 20, 2024

PURPOSE OF POSITION:
This position works under supervision to perform a variety of complex professional and technical duties related primarily to local and regional long-range planning matters, and public art. The position exercises a moderate amount of independent judgement and initiative to coordinate planning efforts to support development decisions through administration of the Statewide Planning Program and City’s land use regulations and supporting plans. Furthermore, this position will act as staff lead and liaison for the Redmond Commission for Art in Public Places (RCAPP).

Work involves extensive contact with public and private agencies, citizens, committees, and commissions, elected officials, and other City departments, with support from the Planning Director, Urban Renewal Program Manager, and/or the Deputy City Manager.

Core responsibilities include: developing and updating various area or framework plans, processing annexation and master plan development requests, supporting code amendment updates, applying sound planning principles to advance the 2040 Vision and enhancing community character and livability, limited site plan review and analysis, assisting Urban Renewal with implementation of the S. Hwy. 97 Urban Renewal District Plans, staffing RCAPP, and helping staff, committees and commissions, elected officials, and the public to be better informed on planning-related topics.

JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Mandatory Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in land-use planning, urban planning, landscape architecture or related field, and one (1) years of work experience in municipal planning; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Thorough knowledge of current and long-range planning practices and procedures; correct and effective use of grammar, business technical writing, spelling, and punctuation. Well-developed writing skills to prepare reports, technical, and procedural documentation.

Understand and execute complex oral and written instructions; express ideas and convey information accurately and effectively, orally and in writing; establish priorities and organize own workload; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, public and private offices, and the general public; and effective meeting etiquette.

Familiarity with computer systems and software including: Microsoft Office, Outlook, Acrobat, and virtual meeting platforms.

Special Requirements/Licenses:
The position requires employees to operate a motor vehicle in the course of their position. Possession of, or must obtain within thirty (30) days from date of hire, a valid Oregon driver’s license.

Must have a safe driving record.

Desired Qualifications:
For desirable requirements to be considered, requirements noted above must be met:

A Bachelor's degree in Planning or Public Administration or related field.
Knowledge and experience in Transportation Planning.

Knowledge and experience in Public Art Programs.

Three (3) years of increasingly responsible administrative experience in Community Development or a related field.

One (1) year of progressively responsible experience; or any combination of education and experience which would provide the applicant with the skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Familiarity with Oregon Statewide Planning Goals, Oregon Administrative Rules governing planning, and state laws governing the City’s planning responsibilities.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of urban, community development, or natural resource planning.

Knowledge of the mathematical and statistical analytical methods and techniques applied to planning. Considerable skill in the application of computerized and non-computerized analytical methods and techniques to such information and data.

Ability to conduct complex and detailed research and analysis projects with guidance from the Planning Director; competency in performing research, compiling information, conducting analyses, and composing comprehensive and detailed administrative and community planning reports.

Ability to organize the work of a small team in a manner that produces timely implementation and closure to projects or assignments.

Ability to communicate orally and in writing complex ideas and information to a variety of audiences, in a clear, comprehensible, effective, and professional manner.

Developed relations skills to deal effectively with customers and co-workers to enforce policy, and to conduct formal presentations to a variety of groups and individuals.

Ability to develop and maintain productive, amicable relationships with community groups, officials, other City departments, and the general public.

Sufficient visual acuity to read letters, numbers, and detailed maps; hearing and speaking ability to conduct formal presentations to large audiences; hand eye coordination to operate common business equipment such as personal computers.