SALARY:  $4,683 - $5,460 per month (2006 rates) DOQ 
DATE OPEN:  February 22, 2008
DATE CLOSED:  Open until filled; preference given to applications received by March 21, 2008.
TO APPLY:  Submit resume and completed City of Redmond application packet via the online submission system. This is a 244 kb size file, and other options are available. (The application packet  is in the Adobe Acrobat format, and a minimum of Acrobat 4.0 is required. Obtain free Acrobat Reader to view/print.)

THE CITY OF REDMOND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER; The City of Redmond provides reasonable accommodation to those with disabilities.

Duties:
Under the direction of the Policy Planning Manager, duties for this position include:

1. Managing planning-related land use data for use in planning functions, analysis, and report generation in coordination with other City divisions, departments and agencies.

2. Using GIS, urban design and visualization tools to provide information regarding existing and potential future conditions for use in planning processes.

3. Performing a variety of long-range planning functions, including developing and recommending updates to Comprehensive Plan elements and development regulations, developing and presenting staff reports and recommendations, and conducting planning studies.

4. Providing assistance to and responding to requests for information from residents, property owners, businesses, the development community and other members of the public.

5. Assisting with other aspects of the City’s long range planning functions, which may include housing, transportation, neighborhood planning, and annexation.

6. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Knowledge of: land use and urban planning; GIS and database structures; urban design and visualization tools such as Sketch Up; applicable local, state and federal codes, ordinances, and practices; methods and techniques of community involvement.
Ability to: communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff, City Council, Planning Commission, the community, and other agencies; plan and organize work to meet deadlines; effectively prioritize and resolve problems; and work independently and as part of a team.

Education and Experience:
Any combination equivalent to: BA degree in urban or regional planning, urban design, architecture, landscape architecture, geography or closely related field and two (2) to four (4) years of professional urban planning experience. A.I.C.P. certification is desirable.

Licenses/Requirements: Valid Washington State driver's license required by date of hire with good driving record. Fulfillment of bargaining unit agreement membership is required within 30 days of hire.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office environment, subject to driving a vehicle to attend meetings and events.

Benefits: The City of Redmond offers an excellent benefits package including: medical, dental and vision benefits; paid sick leave, vacation and holidays; life insurance; retirement; and career development including tuition reimbursement.