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Planner III (Urban Planning)

Salary

$74,896.00 - $93,021.00 Annually

Location

CAYMC, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

2023419305203OCPA

Department

Planning Department

Opening Date

04/10/2024

Closing Date

5/1/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General

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Description

The Planning and Development Department (PDD) is seeking to fill 2 (two) Planner III-Urban Design positions, helping advance PDD’s vision for creating a world-class and inclusive planning and development department that sets the standard for equitable and innovative large-city planning.

Each Planner III's primary responsibility in realizing this vision will be the project management of a neighborhood framework plan, a neighborhood implementation project, and/or a corridor analysis. The Planner III will work closely with the Division Director to formulate, orchestrate, and implement strategies for revitalizing Detroit in a collaborative and equitable manner.

A key function of the role is to lead one or two major development projects through the interdepartmental, community and Council processes while interacting extensively with internal and external stakeholders. Planner IIIs are strong project managers, strategic thinkers, and solution-oriented problem-solvers. They communicate effectively across cultural and class barriers, they are compelling public speakers, and they are strong writers. They possess technical aptitude in urban design or spatial analytics, or preferably both.

A Planner in this class serves as a non-supervisory member assigned to the Planning and Development Department. This class, in coordination with the Planning Director, is responsible for community planning in coordination with citywide planning and goals, and identifying community needs, resources, and problems. Planners assist citizens in making decisions on goals, policies, priorities, plans, programs, and methods of implementation designed to create a physical, economic, and social environment in which the human activities desired by the members of the community may flourish.

Examples of Duties

The Planner III’s core duties encompass work in three areas:

First, the Planner III leads collaboration with other City departments and public agencies, local developers, political and corporate stakeholders, community-based organizations, and the community at large. They also handle the administrative responsibilities of executing plans, such as: administering bidding processes, directing consultant teams, and invoicing among others.

Second, Planner IIIs design and orchestrate community engagement and co-planning activities. This may involve in-person outreach including pop-ups, canvassing, and walking tours; producing display boards and outdoor signage; conducting surveys and analyzing the results; facilitating town hall meetings and focus groups; and producing content for social media, among other engagement methods.

Third, Planner IIIs conduct spatial analyses on topics such as property inventory, real estate market trends, flood and other environmental risks, and socioeconomic indicators, among other topics. They produce analytical, diagrammatic, and illustrative graphics such as site plans and digital 3D models for real estate development, landscape design for vacant lots, urban design diagramming, and before/after renderings among other applications.

Planner IIIs (Urban Design) perform a full range of planning functions including, but not limited to:

• Leading collaboration with external stakeholder organizations and the community at large;

• Procuring and directing consultants, including verifying contract expenditures and compliance;

• Designing and orchestrating community engagement and collaborative planning processes;

• Producing analytical, diagrammatic, and illustrative maps & graphics;

• Reviewing development proposals and site plans for conformance with codes and plans;

• Delivering presentations to staff, boards and commissions, City departments and partner agencies, City Council members, and community stakeholders;

• Conducting field investigations, site surveys, studies, or other research;

• Compiling, mapping, and analyzing socioeconomic, market, land use, environmental, and other data;

• Overseeing the work of junior planners and interns;

• Attending evening and weekend meetings as needed

More generally, Planner IIIs may perform a range of duties including, but not limited to:

• Designs, promotes, or administers plans or proposals affecting urban design, land use, zoning, public utilities, community facilities, housing, or transportation/mobility

• Reviews and amends Master Plan and other citywide plans

• Consults with government officials, social scientists, lawyers, developers, the public, or special interest groups to formulate, develop, review, or address issues regarding land use or community plans

• Provides technical support and expertise to contractors, planning officials, neighborhood groups, and other stakeholders regarding general and strategic planning and urban design matters

• Reviews and advises on proposals, recognizes problems and identifies possible solutions; answers inquiries relating to urban design

• Determines and prepares design criteria and specifications for various short and long-range plans and projects relating to neighborhood plans, business and industrial area plans, historic district plans, and citywide plans

• Identifies and utilizes best practices in city planning, rehabilitation, and urban redevelopment

• Prepares various drawings and plan layouts with drafting and graphic software in accordance with architectural and urban planning methods

• Proactively shapes and manages the City's urban design roles and responsibilities as established by the Master Plan, City policy, and departmental mission, policy, and practice

• Advises planning officials on project feasibility, cost-effectiveness, regulatory conformance, or possible alternatives

• Compiles, analyzes, and presents reports on related data using oral, written, and graphic forms of presentation

• Reviews plans and proposals by examining specs, estimates, and expenditures for feasibility, completeness, and conformity to accepted design practices, policies, and procedures; recommends approval, denial, or action to plans and proposals

• Discusses with planning officials the purpose of land use projects, such as transportation, conservation, residential, commercial, industrial, or community use

• Conducts field investigations, site surveys, impact studies, or other research to compile and analyze data on economic, social, regulatory, or physical factors affecting land use; prepares reports and recommendations based on completed studies for project viability

• Keeps current and informed on trends including statistical, redevelopment, demographic, land use, housing, urban design, and planning matters

• Monitors local, state, and federal changes in regulation to determine the effects of regulatory limitations on new or existing planning and urban design projects; makes necessary changes as a result of changes in zoning and city ordinances, building codes, or environmental regulations

• Reviews sites, plans, and ongoing construction to ensure compliance with proposals or certain regulations

• Advocates for sustainability with community groups, government agencies, the general public, or special interest groups

• Mediates community disputes or assists in developing alternative plans or recommendations for programs or projects

• Performs community outreach to consult, engage, and advise the public, community groups, and citizens on urban design and land use planning

• Creates and provides educational information and programs

• Coordinates the work of all city planning projects and involved stakeholders

• Identifies opportunities or develops plans for sustainability projects or programs to improve energy efficiency, minimize pollution or waste, or conserve natural resources; utilizes LEED and other best practices for sustainability plans and programs

• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Planner IIIs are required to have completed a master's degree from an accredited college or university, with major course of work in urban design, city planning, environmental planning, architecture, landscape architecture, historic preservation, or other related field of study.

Experience

The Planner III must have at least three (3) years of professional work experience in addition to the minimum education requirements.

Equivalency

Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume, and are encouraged to submit a portfolio of work highlighting writing, mapping, and design skills via attachment, download link, or hyperlink to a website when submitting their application through the City’s portal.

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

Interview: 70%

Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%

Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points

Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

• Dental

• Vision

INSURANCE

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave

• Vacation

• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;

• At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or

• At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.

• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);

• An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;

• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

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Do you possess a master's degree from an accredited college or university, with major course of work in urban design, city planning, environmental planning, architecture, landscape architecture, historic preservation, or other related field of study?

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Do you possess at least three (3) years of professional work experience in addition to the minimum education requirements?

Required Question

Agency

City of Detroit

Address

Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website

http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job

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