Planning Technician U315

Salary : $17.03 Hourly

Location : LOUISVILLE, KY

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 07231

Department : Office of Planning

Opening Date : 02 / 01 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Answers questions and provides information to the public

Participates in field land use surveys, researches documents, compiles information, and conducts preliminary evaluation on zoning cases and planning studies

Examples of Duties

UNDER GENERAL SUPERVISION

Answers phone calls, provides information, takes messages, and routes calls

Evaluates for completeness application files on zoning changes, variance requests or conditional use permits; reviews architectural or engineering site development plans, subdivision and minor plats to assist planners; and prepares reports.

Researches and compiles information concerning zoning cases and planning studies from various sources, including aerial photos, census tract maps, land use and zoning maps, real estate maps, and other research data

Assists planners with research and neighborhood field surveys to determine zoning district classifications per tax block or lot, current land use of property, public facilities and organizations, and other zoning or neighborhood plan information.

Answers questions, provides information and advises the public concerning zoning district regulations, the Comprehensive Plan, landscape ordinance, sign ordinance and department policies and procedures

Provides technical assistance and instruction to others on how to make an application with the Planning Commission or Boards of Zoning Adjustment for a zoning change, variance or a conditional use permit

Converts information into numerical codes, enters data into computer address and land use data base, and searches computer records to display or report information or to respond to inquiries for information contained within the data base

Reviews approved Planning Commission docket information, staff reports and zoning documents and makes corrections to land use information files, records and maps

Prepares slides, transparencies, maps, statistical charts and other graphic displays for public meetings and hearings

Participates in field land use surveys, posts zoning meeting signs, and operates a camera to photograph site locations

Collects statistical data, prepares reports regarding department activities and operations, and maintains departmental records and files

Performs related work

Minimum Requirements

Associate's degree

Engineering Technology

Geography

Political Science

Regional Planning

Sociology

Urban Economics

Urban Planning

Related field

WORK EXPERIENCE

One year of research; analytical; graphics; drafting; field surveying; zoning; urban and regional planning; or architectural, engineering or real estate technical or clerical experience

EQUIVALENCY

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

REGULATORY DIVISION

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work

Supplemental Information

Louisville Metro Government is committed to providing our employees with the tools they need to lead a fit and healthy life.

Aside from community-wide initiatives like the Mayor's Hike, Bike and Paddle event every Memorial Day and Labor Day, and the Healthy Hometown Movement, Metro Government provides employees with programs designed to enhance their life and well-being, like a Wellness Center that allows employees and their dependents with Metro health insurance to take care of their basic medical and health needs for a $5 co-pay.

Louisville Metro Government understands that a team of healthy, vibrant employees is the greatest asset we have.

Full Time Regular

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Term Life
• Supplemental Life
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holiday Pay
• Bereavement Leave
• Kentucky Public Pensions Authority
• 457 Deferred Comp
• Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits
• Tuition Assistance
• Qualified Adult Benefits
• Childcare Assistance
• Free TARC Use
• Paid Parental Leave

Part Time - 17.5 to 25 Hours Per Week

• Vacation (pro rata)
• Sick Leave (pro rata)
• Holiday Pay (pro rata)

Part Time - Less Than 17.5 Hours Per Week

Ineligible For Benefits

Temporary Positions

Ineligible For Benefits

Interns

Ineligible For Benefits

Do you have an Associate's degree in Engineering Technology, Geography, Political Science, Regional Planning, Sociology, Urban Economics or Urban Planning?

Do you have 1 year of research; analytical; graphics; drafting; field surveying; zoning; urban and regional planning; or architectural, engineering or real estate technical or clerical experience?

Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Geography, Political Science, Regional Planning, Sociology, Urban Economics or Urban Planning?

Do you have a Master's degree in Engineering Technology, Geography, Political Science, Regional Planning, Sociology, Urban Economics or Urban Planning?

Do you have 3 years of research; analytical; graphics; drafting; field surveying; zoning; urban and regional planning; or architectural, engineering or real estate technical or clerical experience?

Are you a Pearl candidate?

Required Question