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Job Summary

The City Planner I-II performs professional planning, development review, project coordination, research, and customer service work related to the administration of the City’s codes, ordinances, policies, regulations, and planning initiatives. This position reviews and coordinates planning and development applications, conducts technical analysis and property research, prepares reports and recommendations, supports advisory boards and commissions, and works closely with residents, developers, consultants, government officials, and City staff regarding land use, zoning, permitting, and development matters. The position also participates in long-range planning efforts, updates to the Comprehensive Development Plan, and the efficient delivery of planning and development services throughout the City.

Pay Range: Depending on Experience

City Planner I: $23.75 to $31.67

City Planner II: $26.43 to $35.25

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complies with all City policies and procedures, as well as applicable local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and requirements related to the performance of assigned duties.
• Demonstrates a respectful, collaborative, and team-oriented approach to work and establishes and maintains effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, external partners, and the public.
• Processes, manages and conducts review of planning applications and permits such as signs, encroachments, adult uses, plot plans, parking analysis, parking plans, lot line adjustments, lot line vacations, telecommunications, variances, landscape plans, right-of-way/easement vacations and minor annexations, re-zonings, site development plans, subdivisions and other similar applications.
• Meets with applicants, consultants, and developers to identify and resolve issues related to specific projects (frequency varies on complexity of project); discusses proposed and current development applications.
• Provides staff assistance to advisory boards, including preparing meeting agendas, coordinating presenters, coordinating monthly meetings, securing materials and equipment for meetings, and conducting meeting follow-up activities.
• Manages public communication and provides information to citizens, City staff, and government officials at the front counter, over the telephone, by email or other communication formats.
• Provides information and forms to the public as needed; applies departmental policies and procedures in determining completeness of applications, records and reports; answers questions about approvals, permits, inspections and general code compliance.
• Prepares and presents detailed reports on development proposals to advisory boards and commissions.
• Conducts field surveys and compiles property research, including zoning history, size, dimensions, development patterns, and land use and property ownership.
• Collects statistical data and maps on topics such as census information, land use, and occupancy rates; prepares statistical reports related to land use trends, population estimates, building permits, assessor’s map amendments, and development application activity.
• Participates in updates and revisions to the Comprehensive Development Plan and other related plans and planning related policies, codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Supervisor Duties

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely utilizes computers, office equipment, mapping systems, permitting and records management software, telephones, and other administrative and planning-related technology. The position frequently involves interaction with residents, developers, contractors, consultants, elected and appointed officials, outside agencies, and other City employees, requiring regular communication, coordination, presentations, problem-solving, and customer service.

Work is generally performed in a moderately quiet office setting; however, the environment may periodically become fast-paced and deadline-driven due to development activity, project coordination, public meetings, application review timelines, and operational demands. The position may occasionally require attendance at public meetings, advisory board meetings, project sites, construction areas, or other City facilities. Limited local travel may be required in the performance of assigned duties.

City Planner I

• Requires EITHER a Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, Public Administration, or closely related field OR two years of planning-related experience within a municipal, county, state, or other governmental organization.
• Requires a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain the following ICS Certifications: IS100 & 700 within 12 months of hire is required.
• Knowledge of planning principles and practices and zoning and subdivision concepts is preferred.
• Knowledge of the principles of public administration; record keeping and filing practices; and government practices and requirements is preferred. 
• Knowledge of statistical, algebraic or geometric systems and the ability to apply such knowledge in practical situations is preferred.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software programs, which may include Microsoft Office, internet applications, database management or GIS is preferred.
• Knowledge of effective writing techniques and the ability to clearly and timely communicate with a variety of stakeholders is preferred.

City Planner II

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, Public Administration, or closely related field.
• Requires four years’ experience in planning, public administration, or closely related experience.
• Requires a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain the following ICS Certifications: IS100, 200, & 700 within 12 months of hire is required.
• Knowledge of planning principles and practices and zoning and subdivision concepts is preferred.
• Knowledge of the principles of public administration; record keeping and filing practices; and government practices and requirements is preferred. 
• Knowledge of statistical, algebraic or geometric systems and the ability to apply such knowledge in practical situations is preferred.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software programs, which may include Microsoft Office, internet applications, database management or GIS is preferred.
• Knowledge of effective writing techniques and the ability to clearly and timely communicate with a variety of stakeholders is preferred.

Required Capabilities

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• To perform the essential job functions and to ensure the safety of themselves, their coworkers, and the public, employees must have the ability to regulate attention; to plan; to understand, remember, and apply information; to effectively interact with others; to concentrate and maintain pace; and to adapt or regulate one’s behavior.
• Ability to proficiently read, speak, and understand English. Proficiency in non-English languages is highly valued.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills, analytical skills, statistical and mathematical abilities and interpersonal skills. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write complex reports and distill information for many audiences.
• This position requires close, distance and peripheral vision.
• Ability to hear an average conversational voice in a quiet room, using one or both ears, at a distance of six (6) feet. Ability to hear sounds and signals indicating work and safety necessities.
• This position requires standing, walking and sitting for periods of time. Utilization of hands and fingers to operate office computer keyboard and equipment required. Must be able to reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel or crouch if needed.
• Must be able to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds as needed and frequently lift up to ten (10) pounds. 
• This position requires effective proficiency in the use of computer software, business applications, office equipment, and professional communication practices. This position may frequently require multitasking while utilizing computers, phones, office technology, equipment, and related systems while performing assigned duties and interacting with others.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

 ** This job is open from 06/01/2026 until filled. **