Planner II - City of Gallatin, Tennessee

The City of Gallatin, TN, a growing, well-established city of 30,000, located 25 miles northeast of the Nashville, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Planner II in the Planning Division. The purpose of this position is perform intermediate professional work in the handling of a variety of assignments in the planning office; does related work as required.  Work is performed under general supervision. This is a 40 hours per week, day shift position. The starting rate is $24.08 + excellent benefits. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Assists with the development of current, long-range and/or other planning activities. 
  
• Performs GIS analysis and makes recommendations.
  
• Reviews and analyzes plans submitted for zoning changes, subdivisions, variances, site plans, building permits, Certificates of Appropriateness, and conditional use permits. 
  
• Inspects sites for compliance with approved plans.
  
• Assist in administering the sureties required and release schedule with City Engineer.
  
• Performs statistical analysis using socio demographic data, or survey data. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of City planning.
  
• Ability to analyze and systematically compile technical and statistical information and to prepare technical reports.
  
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.
  
• Ability to identify problems and deal with a variety of situations.
  
• Organize work product and exhibit time management skills needed to meet deadlines.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 
Bachelor’s degree in Planning or closely related field with four (4) years work experience in progressively responsible professional planning field.    

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: 
Must attain AICP professional planner certification. 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND DEADLINE. 
To see the full description and to apply, visit www.gallatinonthemove.com. Click the “Employment” tab at the top of the webpage and follow the instructions.  Submit a cover letter and resume along with your online application by March 28, 2017.  

The City of Gallatin is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free with policies of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or military service. Telephone 615-451-5890 (HR/Personnel).