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Salt Lake City Corporation Senior Development Review Planner (may underfill to level II) in Salt Lake City, Utah
Position Title:
Senior Development Review Planner (may underfill to level II)
Job Description:
Under the direct supervision of the Development Services Administrator, directs the coordination and tracking of development requests and ensures compliance with the City’s zoning and related site development or utility ordinances. Position serves as the liaison for permitted construction, providing guidance through the development review process from pre-application information gathering through completion of the construction project. In collaboration with the Development Review Manager and Development Services staff, prioritizes and expedites the work of assigned technical staff across the multiple disciplines that may require review and approval of plans for the various projects. Ensures timely and efficient completion of proposed development projects. May facilitate the resolution of permitting conflicts and changes to approved plans during construction. Activities include working with permit applicants, review/permitting staff, contractors, and inspectors with the end goal of ensuring regulatory compliance for permitted construction.
This position requires extensive research skills and well-developed communication skills required for more complex interactions with building permit or utility permit applicants, other City departments’ staff and the public. This position requires a high level of problem solving and expertise in the City's Development Review processes.
Position Salary Range:
Development Review Planner II
$32.79 - $40.61
Senior Development Review Planner
$31.49 - $ 54.53
This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:
Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Paid vacation and personal leave
Six weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services
Key Responsibilities:
Development Review Planner II and Senior Level:
Plans, coordinates, and participates in review, data preparation and tracking of building or utility permit applications, licenses and other current planning and development projects. Ensures accuracy, completeness, and compliance of all processes in a timely and consistent manner.
Works with other team members and respective agencies to ensure prompt response to permit applications. Takes appropriate action to resolve inordinate delays in review processes.
Reviews and examines complex plans and specifications of developments for compliance with city zoning, site development, subdivision, sign, or utility, and other related ordinances.
Attends planning and development review project meetings and communicates zoning/development code proposals to contractors, architects, developers, and city and community council groups.
Consults with and provides technical assistance to development review co-workers and other city employees on complex review issues. Provides one-on-one training of new Development Review Planners.
Writes zoning or utility ordinance interpretations and action policies concerning complex development issues.
Responds to public requests as well as provide direct information to customers regarding appropriate City and zoning or utility ordinances and permit applications. Assists permit applicants as needed to obtain building permit approval within regulatory requirements including any permits, variances, or conditions for approval. Assists where needed to maintain counter, email and/or phone coverage.
Reviews development proposals to determine zoning or utility ordinance compliance and makes recommendations to developers, builders, property owners, architects, city construction inspectors and housing/zoning enforcement officers and other city personnel regarding alternative methods to correct errors found in proposed development plans.
Performs zoning or utility analysis for complex construction projects to ensure conformance with zoning or utility ordinance regulations. Analyzes and interprets zoning or utility regulations, assists other Development Review, Building Code, and Fire Department team members in the implementation of those recommendations.
Performs quality control/quality assurance on project reviews. Ensures the file is complete at the end of a review and all required documentation is accounted for.
Tracks approved projects from permit issued status through Certificate of Occupancy. Performs site visits and coordinates with SLCDPU review engineers and SLCDPU inspectors to ensure work is being completed according to the approved plans.
Performs other duties as required.
Senior Level:
Serves as senior level development review expert to other section employees. Provides training to new and current Development Review staff on section policies, procedures, review and application processes, and computer/software applications relevant to office operations.
Serves as the primary chair to Development Review Team (DRT). Monitors and maintains operational efficiency and effectiveness of DRT. Makes recommendations to the Development Review Supervisor or Development Services Administrator and program Manager regarding changes to DRT operations or processes.
Ensures adequate counter and phone coverage to meet customer demands and questions regarding complex plans, applications, and development compliance with utility or zoning, site development, utility or building code, subdivision, signing and related ordinances.
Initiates development reviews and interprets the utility or zoning ordinance and action policies concerning complex issues with development proposals currently under review. Coordinates with the Planning Division’s internal interpretation meetings to assure consistent implementation of unclear or complex ordinance regulations.
Provides recommendations to developers, contractors, builders, property owners, architects, city construction inspectors and housing/zoning enforcement officers, utility and other city personnel regarding alternative methods to correct cited violations or inadequacies found in proposed development plans.
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
Development Review Planner II:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in urban planning or a closely related field and one-year full time, paid professional experience in urban planning, plans review or zoning enforcement; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Ability to accurately interpret development plans and specifications of varying complexity and compare with actual site. Ability to perform complex geometric and algebraic computations required to determine areas, lengths, angles, slope percentages, etc. as depicted on plans and detailed in zoning standards.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of urban planning, building construction, permitting, site development, subdivision, zoning ordinances, or utility.
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse organizations and backgrounds.
Proficiency with computers and computer software used to collect and tabulate data.
Ability to travel to various work locations is required to conduct on-site inspections.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with initiative, reliability, and appreciation of team member contributions.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Membership in the American Planning Association (Planning Division)
Senior Development Review Planner:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Planning or a closely related field and six years full time, paid professional experience participating or overseeing a similar urban development review process.
Experience must include building construction/site development/zoning enforcement work, one year of which must have been in a lead capacity, coaching and counseling a staff of technical experts. Education and experience may be substituted one for the other on a year-for-year basis but must include a minimum four years’ experience in overseeing a similar urban development review process, and one year in a lead capacity, coaching and counseling a staff of technical experts.
Ability to read and accurately interpret development plans and specifications of varying complexity and compare with actual site. Ability to perform complex geometric and algebraic computations in order to determine areas, lengths, angles, sloping percentages, etc. as depicted on plans and detailing in zoning standards.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with individuals from diverse organizations and backgrounds.
Proficiency with computers and computer software used to collect, review, and tabulate data. Ability to train staff in the use and utility of various software programs.
Use of personal or city vehicle to perform various site reviews will require possession of a valid driver's license or driving privilege card.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with initiative, reliability and appreciation of team member contributions, with the ability to supervise others in the Development Review staff on an as needed basis.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Membership in the American Planning Association and AICP certification (Planning Division)
Certification as a Plans Examiner by the ICBO or other nationally recognized certifying body.
Understanding of current International Building/Residential Code and building construction zoning practices.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Light to moderate physical activity. Majority of work is performed in office environment with occasional exposure to environmental hazards resulting from on-site zoning and construction site inspection/reviews.
Considerable exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
POSITION TYPE
Full-Time
POSITION SALARY RANGE
Development Review Planner II
$32.79 - $40.61
Senior Development Review Planner
$31.49 - $ 54.53
DEPARTMENT
Public Utilities
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
Scheduled Hours:
40
Need help applying? Please call our Recruitment team at 801-535-6699 or email careers@slc.gov .
BENEFITSFull-Time roles with Salt Lake City Corp are eligible for a generous, robust benefits package including:
Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
HSA or Flex Account (HSA – City contributes $1,000 - $2,000 annually into account, no match required)
Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
City-paid retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services
Wellness clinic for employees and their families
Paid Time Off
12 vacation days to start
12 paid holidays & 1 personal holiday
Up to 80 hours of personal leave annually
6 weeks of paid parental leave to all new parents
Additional time off credit possible for rehires or new hires coming from another public jurisdiction
VETERAN EMPLOYER:
Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.
ABOUT SALT LAKE CITY CORP
Our Salt Lake City family serves a population of over 200,000. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City is committed to providing resources, access, and opportunity to all and continue to recruit and retain talented people from all backgrounds. Our employees make a real difference with the work they do every day and are actively shaping our beautiful City's future.
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