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City Planner

City of Whitehall
2 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Whitehall, Ohio, United States
$20 - $33.17 USD hourly
Urban Planning

Nature of Work

The City Planner is responsible for guiding the community’s growth and development in alignment with the City’s comprehensive plan, zoning ordinance, and long-term vision. This position oversees land use planning, development review, and geographic information system (GIS) functions to support informed decision-making. This position plays a key role in development review, land use planning, and public engagement, serving as a liaison between developers, elected officials, and staff. This position is expected to be hands-on, collaborative, and adaptable.

Essential Functions

Administer and interpret the City’s zoning ordinances, subdivision regulations, and land use policies.
Review development applications, including zoning permits, rezoning, site plans, variances, conditional uses, and plats.
Prepare staff reports, recommendations, and presentations for the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, City Council, and other advisory boards to help guide board decision-making and overall community development.
Coordinate updates to the Comprehensive Plan and related planning documents.
Provide professional planning assistance to developers, property owners, and the public.
Assist with drafting and updating planning-related ordinances and policies.
Attend evening meetings and public hearings as required.
Conducts site/field inspections for all zoning permits and as needed with code enforcement.
Maintain and update the City’s GIS database, including zoning maps, land use layers, parcel data, and infrastructure-related layers as assigned.
Produce maps, graphics, and spatial analyses to support planning studies, development review, and public presentations.
Coordinate GIS data sharing with county, regional, and state agencies.
Support long-range planning, capital improvement planning, grant applications, and other planning projects through GIS analysis, mapping, and other data tools.
Collaborate with the Office of Neighborhoods, Public Service, Economic Development and other departments on development-related projects.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, City and Regional Planning, Geography, GIS, Public Administration, or a related field required
One to three years of professional planning and/or GIS experience preferred
Experience in a municipal or small-community setting is a plus
Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Valid Driver’s License

Other

Knowledge of urban planning principles, zoning, and land use regulations.
Working knowledge of GIS software and spatial data management
Skill in:
Ability to interpret ordinances, maps, surveys, and technical documents
Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
Ability to explain planning and GIS concepts to non-technical audiences
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Advanced group coordination and project team leadership.
Work independently or in a small team environment.