Under general supervision, performs planning and technical duties associated with program development of the Planning Department. Work involves furnishing professional City planning services including managing the GIS system and participating in the preparation of master plan or sub-level plans; preparing zoning reports and conducting application reviews; preparing GIS datasets, maps, databases, reports, graphics, and specialized queries in support of GIS; designing, developing, and implementing procedures for administration of the GIS database; performing complex technical cartographic/mapping and data analysis tasks related to the GIS; leading planning projects using GIS; producing graphic and tabular products to support planning reports and public presentations; producing custom maps and other GIS products for planning, other departments, other municipalities, and the public; assuring quality control in data acquisition and update; assembling source material; performing database data entry; creating and maintaining GIS geodatabases; designing and developing statistical applications and reports as it pertains to planning; assisting staff with software problems; and adapting other data types. Reports to the Assistant Director.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Maintains GIS data (edits, updates existing data in both shapefiles and databases).
Inputs and integrates new data into GIS system.
Reviews applications submitted for compliance with the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance; prepares reports.
Provides zoning determinations of lots for the public and other departments.
Manages the geodatabases.
Researches the history of lots for re-subdivisions and zoning changes as needed.
Prepares the maps and graphics for the reports for cases submitted.
Interprets the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for the public and other departments as needed.
Interprets maps.
Aids the Assistant Planners in interpreting the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance.
Provides technical reports relating to the Land Use Plan.
Reviews application to ensure compliance with approved plans, ordinances, and any regulations (State, local, and Federal) that may apply.
Provides information on land use applications, ordinances, codes, plans, and related planning programs, services, or regulations.
Maintains fire maps.
Produces maps for internal and external customers as needed or requested.
Provides legal descriptions and lot information.
Maintains and administers assigned software.
Aids other departments with any GIS needs.
Manages software, licenses, and design of GIS.
Participates in software acquisition and installation of GIS products.
Provides technical support for GIS.
Compiles recommendations of technology/computer hardware and computer software for the department for the next fiscal year to the Planning Director.
Receives and/or reviews various records and reports such as site plans, surveys, land use applications, elevation drawings, other municipality regulations, and development plans.
Prepares and/or processes various records and reports such as zoning maps, case reports, maps, zoning determinations, and electronic mail.
Refers to surveys, Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, special ordinances, Internet, maps, policy and procedure manuals, codes / laws / regulations, publications and reference texts, etc.
Operates a vehicle and a variety of office equipment and machinery such as binding equipment, fax machine, copy machine, workstation, telephone, computer, scanner, printer, etc.
Uses a variety of tools such as cutting knife, scale, t-square, screwdriver, standard office tools, etc.; a variety of supplies such as paper, foam core board, general office supplies, etc.; and a variety of computer software such as ArcEditor, ArcSDE, Adobe Creative Suite 3, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, etc.
Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as Assistant Director, applicants, other departments, administration, surveyors, and the general public.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Answers the office telephone.
Monitors the front desk/window to assist the general public.
Provides graphics for City Administration.
Scans and copies oversize prints for other departments.
Troubleshoots programs with other employees.
Serves as back up for requisition entry into the computer software and for department payroll.
Performs related duties as required.
- Minimum Qualifications
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Requires a Master’s degree from an accredited university in Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Studies, or City Planning;
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A Master’s degree in another related field or a Bachelor’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Studies, or City Planning plus two (2) years of planning experience in a private sector, County or Municipal Planning Department that included significant (approximately one (1) year) of GIS experience.Must possess and/or obtain a current, valid Louisiana driver’s license.
Test Required: ASSESSMENT OF TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE . . . . ... . . . . . Weighted 100%