Planner II

Job Description:

Planner II

Description

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Employment Type
Full Time

Job Summary

At the City of Olathe, Kansas, we're “Setting the Standard for Excellence in Public Service,” both for our residents and our employees. This commitment is at the core of our Vision, Values, and Mission-and it’s the foundation of our organizational culture. We’re seeking employees who share our values of integrity, learning, customer service, and continuous improvement. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the region, we’re looking for innovative, engaged team members who are excited to help shape the future of our great city.

Are you passionate about community development and ready to begin or advance your planning career? Join the City of Olathe as our next Planner II, where you’ll support a wide range of planning activities-including development review, research, data analysis, public engagement, and implementation of the City’s long-range plans. In this role, you’ll contribute directly to building vibrant, sustainable neighborhoods and ensuring quality growth throughout Olathe.

The City of Olathe offers competitive compensation and benefits, including tuition reimbursement, eight weeks of paid parental leave, and an onsite health clinic offering free physical and behavioral healthcare for employees enrolled in the City’s medical plan. You can review the full benefits package online.

Salary Range:

Planner I: $54,080 to $62,700 depending on qualifications

Planner II: $60,320 to $68,970 depending on qualifications

Senior Planner: $75,920 to $91,799 depending on qualifications

For more details, review the full job details and requirements below.

The Planner II is a mid-level Planner position responsible for leading a variety of work primarily related to current development proposals, permit reviews, and long-range planning initiatives. The Planner must have the ability to facilitate in-person and virtual meetings and workshops, the ability to balance several projects or assignments simultaneously, and the ability to attend to details while keeping big-picture goals in mind. This role requires attendance at a substantial number of evening meetings. This job is part of a three level career progression of Planner I, II, and Senior Planner.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluates or assists in the review of increasingly difficult development proposals, including development plans, plats, rezonings, special uses, and other current planning proposals; prepares and presents detailed reports on development proposals to government bodies and committees; assists with planning and community development studies, researching, and analyzing demographic and statistical data in accordance with local and national planning trends and initiatives.
  
• Conducts permit reviews, field evaluations, assessments, and zoning enforcement; writes or assists in writing a variety of ordinances and regulations related to development controls.
  
• Develops long range plans and studies to promote economic and community development consistent with community goals.
  
• Serves as a liaison with other City departments and outside agencies/organizations on various planning cases, projects, and activities.
  
• Serves as planner of the day, assisting the public with planning and zoning related questions and research.
  

Qualifications

Experience: Two years of experience in urban planning or a related field is required. Must have a well-developed knowledge of planning principles and practices and utilize effective written and verbal communication skills.

Education: A master’s degree in urban planning or a related field is required. Additional experience may be substituted for education.

Licenses & Certifications: A valid driver’s license and a good driving record are required. AICP Certification is preferred.