Planner I or Planner II

Under the general direction of the Planner Director, provides the public with information and assistance on planning matters such as zoning, site plans, conditional uses and signs. Conducts field studies and surveys to collect original research data for planning projects. Designs and drafts graphs, charts, maps, photographs and other illustrative material. Analyzes proposed projects, prepares recommendations for consideration by other staff members and the Planning Commission. Acts as a technical assistant to various boards and commissions.

Under the general direction of the Planning Director, provides the public with information and assistance on planning matters such as zoning, site plans, conditional uses and signs. Planner II performs professional and complex technical duties related to the City's general plan and city-wide planning.

Conducts field studies and surveys to collect original research data for planning projects. Designs and drafts graphs, charts, maps, photographs and other illustrative material. Analyzes proposed projects, prepares recommendations for consideration by other staff members and the Planning Commission. Acts as a technical assistant to various boards and commissions.

• Meet performance standards established with the employee's manager;
• Job attendance is required, except for authorized leave;
• Interprets the City's development-related ordinances and policies in the review of development applications and in response to inquiries from the public.
• Assists applicants in the processing of and reviews development applications through the Community Development Department.
• Assists in the processing of building permits, film permits, sign permits and business licenses.
• Inspects development projects for compliance with approved plans and zoning requirements.
• Staffs the Community Development counter to answer questions concerning planning, building, engineering and development related issues.
• Prepare staff reports and recommendations on development requests of limited complexity to boards and commissions.
• Provides staff support to elected and appointed officials, e.g., City Council, Planning Commission, and others, in matters relating to planning and development.
• Assists in the preparation of ordinance amendments and long-range plans, including coordination with consultants and committees.
• Attends evening meetings as required and assigned.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, other agencies and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Performs other duties as directed (duties are not limited to those listed above).

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only tasks to be performed by the employee occupying this position. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his or her supervisor. It is the policy of Midvale City to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability. Human Resources will provide reasonable accommodation for any applicants during the selection process. If you have special needs, please call 801-567-7223.

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• Meet performance standards established with the employee's manager;
• Job attendance is required, except for authorized leave;
• Receive development applications, determine completeness and review commercial, industrial and residential site plans; subdivision plats; conditional use permits; rezones.
• May work on applications and planning functions requiring little supervision or oversight.
• Gather and analyze planning information and formulate recommendations related to ordinance amendments.
• Assist in the implementation of the City's general plan.
• Advise and confer with the public, builders, developers, attorneys, engineers, and architects regarding City development policies, standards, and guidelines.
• Interpret land use regulations and review development proposals and other requests for conformance with the appropriate regulations.
• Prepare staff reports and graphic displays and make recommendations on development proposals. Make presentations to the planning and zoning commission, city council, and other committees.
• Investigate public complaints, determine infractions and initiate corrective action for zoning violations.
• Assist Planning Director in providing staff support to the planning and zoning commission and land use appeal authority and city council.
• Take phone calls and inquiries from the public and provide assistance to walk-in customers.
• Perform inspections of projects for compliance with approved development plans.
• Responsible for the review of building permits, sign permits, and business license applications.
• Perform other duties as assigned and required.