TFT - Planning Technician - Planning

• Provides technical assistance and information to staff and the public in the administration of specific planning-related programs and ordinances.
• Reviews building plans and zoning permit applications to assure compliance with requirements such as use, setbacks, and parking ratios
• Performs routine office tasks in designated program areas, including data entry, file management, copying, answering telephone and responding to e-mails.
• Develops and maintains automated tracking systems, hard copy files and records
• Researches and compiles information on a variety of planning issues from multiple sources
• Prepares public notices or property owner verifications
• Prepares maps, charts, tables of limited complexity
• Investigates violations of planning regulations and ordinances, including site visits
• Attends public meetings, assisting other planning staff as appropriate
• Check commercial, industrial, and residential development plans to determine if plans will comply with zoning regulations.
• Investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints concerning the city's planning function.
• Answer questions and provide information to the public.
• Inspect properties and structures for compliance with current city zoning codes and regulations; identify corrective actions to be taken by owner.
• Research and assist with projects to amend the General Plan, development ordinances, and zoning maps.
• Participate in safety and risk management activities; take action to reduce liability to the city.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position. Employee is required to work as a team and frequently meet with co-workers and supervisors; employee is required to communicate in-person with the public; and employee is required to use on-site equipment.
• Perform other related duties as required/assigned.

• An Associates Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Architecture, Public Administration, Landscape Architecture, Construction Management or a related field.
• Two years responsible experience in zoning administration, code enforcement, permit management, or related field.
• An equivalent combination of the above stated work experience and education is acceptable.

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid Utah driver's license within six months.
• Employee will be required to complete NIMS IS100 and IS700 within three months of hire.

• Knowledge of planning principles and practices, including zoning and other pertinent specialties
• Knowledge of principles and practices of research and data collection
• Knowledge of effective writing techniques
• Statistical, algebraic or geometric knowledge and ability to apply such knowledge in practical situations
• Knowledge of computer programs and applications, which may include Microsoft Office, database management and Internet applications.
• Basic Knowledge and ability in GIS programs and applications
• Knowledge of modern office methods, practices, procedures, and equipment, including a computer.
• Skill in communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Skill in responding to difficult and sensitive public inquiries.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain mental capacity which allows for effective interaction and communication with others
• Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following: sitting or standing for extended periods of time; operating assigned equipment.
• Ability to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for: making observations; communicating with others; reading and writing; operating assigned equipment as required by the position.
• Ability to comply with all city polices and regulations, including safety and risk management standards.

• Work environment is primarily inside, where the noise and temperature levels are moderate.
• The work is sedentary work which requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
• Must possess the visual ability to see clearly at close (less than 20 inches) and far (20 feet or more) distances, and judge distances and spatial relationships.
• Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: standing, walking, sitting, using hands and fingers to handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, and hearing.

• Language Pay
• Longevity Pay
• Holidays
• Sick, Vacation, and Comp Time Leave
• Medical and Dental
• EAP- Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Loan Program- Computer, Bike & Exercise equipment loans when available
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Ogden City Corporation