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1 Job Announcement Current Planning Manager Opens: Monday, August 2, 2021 Closes: Monday, August 16, 2021 Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Hiring Range: $31.00—$36.00 per hour Competitive Benefits Package—see page 5 Under direction of the Planning Director, the Current Planning Manager is responsible for coordinating current planning functions of Millcreek’s service, facility, and infrastructure development. This position performs a variety of advanced level professional and technical duties related to implementing department work plans and programs, and monitoring community compliance with established planning, zoning, and development ordinances. Application Process: Interested applicants should submit a resume with cover letter and references to: Millcreek Human Resources Attn: Stephanie Bond 3330 South 1300 East Millcreek, UT 84106 OR [EMAIL REDACTED] ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 1. Meet performance standards established with the employee’s supervisor. 2. Assist in negotiating and/or arbitrating solutions for complex development projects with citizen groups, developers, property owners, and city officials; provide professional advice to City Council, Planning Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, the Land Use Hearing Officer, and related advisory boards. 3. Conduct studies and research on complex to advanced issues, policies, and concepts pertaining to planning, zoning, and community development; present findings to the Planning Commission, City Council and appeal authorities. 4. Prepare written reports and recommendations in response to public requests for zoning applications and various ordinance changes. 5. Prepare staff reports for conditional use permits, subdivision and planned unit development approvals, special exceptions, and site plan reviews for complex projects. 6. Conduct feasibility studies; prepare a variety of reports related to project progress; review and update ordinances affecting planning, zoning, signing, traffic, development and related departmental areas; assist in coordination of projects with other departments or governmental agencies. 7. Prepare and update various land use and planning maps; operate computer to generate computerized maps; utilize computer to conduct various research and solve planning problems; assist in maintaining effective software. 8. Meet with the public to discuss planning, zoning, and development issues; assist the public to define concerns and present public questions to management; follow up with public to apprise of city policy and decisions. 9. Review business licenses and commercial and residential building permits, plans, and specifications to assure compliance with city zoning ordinances within time guidelines set by the department; provide signature approval for compliance, deny issuance of permits for non-compliance; cooperate with builders and developers and assist by identifying actions needed to secure compliance. 10. Conduct field inspections of completed development to verify compliance; issue signature approval for final certificates of occupancy; initiate sanctions for non-compliance. 11. Administer issuance of sign permits; manage citywide inventory of signs. 12. Perform other duties as assigned. ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Education and Experience: a. Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university with major course work in urban planning, geography or a closely related field. b. Four years’ experience in planning or related field with one of those years as a Planner II. 2. Special Qualifications: a. Valid Utah Class D Driver’s License required. b. American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification preferred. 3. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: a. Thorough knowledge of legal system and procedures affecting planning, zoning and related operations of the city; principles and practices related to local government planning and zoning, economics, sociology and community organization as applied to urban planning; planning and zoning and subdivision law, theory and application; the relationship between factors affecting urban planning policy, such as economic, political, sociological, legal, etc. b. Demonstrated ability to work interdependently with initiative and reliability in a team environment; mentoring and serving as a resource to other staff. c. Local government structure and operations, including the budgetary procedures and fiscal management; research methodology, statistical analysis and evaluation of research data; land use, zoning, federal, state, and local laws; interpersonal communication skills. d. Ability to operate a personal computer and demonstrated skill in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and ArcGIS. e. Ability to work with the public and city staff in a busy and often stressful environment with a professional and positive approach; skill in the art of diplomacy and cooperative problem solving. f. Ability to interpret codes accurately and effectively; enforce regulations with fairness, tact, and impartiality; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; prepare and present technical reports; perform advanced mathematical calculations. g. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, federal agencies, state agencies, local governments, subordinates, and the public. h. Ability to glean relevant information and inform personnel and the public regarding City ordinances and procedures; perform detailed phone conversations with citizens and business owners. WORKING CONDITIONS 1. Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with occasional travel to different sites. Employee may be required to travel outside city boundaries to attend meetings. 2. Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. 3. Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction 4. Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. 5. Attendance/Work Schedule: Employee is expected to be in the city offices during normal business hours Monday through Friday, however incumbent may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends. POSITION(S) SUPERVISED This position has no supervisory responsibilities. ---PAGE BREAK--- 3 FINAL CANDIDATE MUST BE ABLE TO PASS CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK AND PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREEN. E-Verify. Millcreek participates in the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Program Verify). If hired, your continued employment will be contingent upon confirmation of your eligibility through the E-Verify system. Equal Opportunity Employer. Millcreek is an equal opportunity employer without regard to age, marital status, color, disability, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, or religion. ADA. To request accommodation under the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), please contact Kurt Hansen at [EMAIL REDACTED] or call [PHONE REDACTED]. Veteran’s Preference. Refer to Title 71 UCA 10 as amended for eligibility requirements for veteran’s preference. If you claim veteran preference, you must submit a copy of Form DD-214, certifying honorable veteran status. If you claim disabled veteran preference, you must also submit a letter of verification from the Veteran’s Administration dated within the last 90 days. A spouse or unmarried widow or widower of a veteran must also submit a copy of their marriage license as well as the DD-214. ---PAGE BREAK--- 4 About Millcreek Millcreek incorporated as a municipal government in December 2016. Located in Salt Lake County, Millcreek is Utah’s 12th largest city with a population of approximately 61,000 people. The diversity of people and access to resources provided to the residents of Millcreek are unparalleled. Many of Millcreek’s neighborhoods were founded by pioneers whose descendants continue to live here and welcome the “new American” population to bring rich cultural experiences. A hub for outdoor recreation, Millcreek residents have outstanding access to year-round recreational activities, along with a strong sense of community and volunteerism which make the City an amazing community that our residents are proud to call home. The city’s borders stretch from eastern Millcreek Canyon all the way to the Jordan River in the west, with Salt Lake City to the North and Murray and Holladay cities to the south. Visit millcreek.us for more information about the city and services provided. Did you know? The inventor of the television, Philo T. Farnsworth, worked at the Baldwin Radio Factory in the early 1920’s, located at 3474 South 2300 East in Millcreek. Millcreek is home to St. Mark's hospital, the City's largest employer. St. Mark's employs over 1700 people, which has helped create a prominent medical hub within the city boundaries. Millcreek runs from the Jordan River to Millcreek Canyon, which supports Millcreek's motto "connected by nature." It is no wonder that Millcreek is home to many outdoor recreation businesses. ---PAGE BREAK--- 5 ---PAGE BREAK--- 6