SALARY:  $4,683 - $5,460 per month (2006 rates) DOQ 
DATE OPEN:  April 4, 2008
DATE CLOSED:  Open until filled; preference given to applications received by April 25, 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 Development Review Planning Manager, review development plans and proposals for conformance to zoning and subdivision regulations and design guidelines and codes in areas of land use, urban design, utilities, transportation, subdivision, and environmental review. Project reviews involve technical analysis for compliance with City zoning code, design standards, environmental regulations, CAO regulations, subdivision regulations, and SEPA processes. The incumbent would review projects for impacts and identify appropriate mitigation; have certain discretionary interpretation; work extensively with and have involvement in decision making and negotiation with architects, engineers, attorneys, citizens, and representatives of local, county, and state jurisdictions. Act as liaison with other City departments to evaluate and resolve issues related to code requirements and coordinate projects to ensure that department policies and decisions are compatible with City Council’s directives and expectations. Research, prepare, and present oral and written reports on the impacts of development proposals upon the natural and man-made environment. May coordinate and conduct research for development and adoption of amendments to City policies and regulations. And, other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Knowledge of: principles and practices of urban design, site design, land use, subdivision, urban planning and design, community development, and environmental issues; municipal government processes, land development processes, development review and subdivision procedures, techniques, or work program design and scheduling; methods and techniques of community involvement; applicable federal, state and local codes, ordinances, and practices governing the City’s development review activities.
Ability to: perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of land use regulations and development review techniques; manage multiple projects and meet both short and long range deadlines; work well as part of a team; conduct appropriate research; write clear and concise reports; make presentations to the public and City Council, boards, and commissions; establish and maintain effective working relationships and resolve conflicting interests with citizens, the development community, public officials and co-workers.

Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to: BA degree in planning, environmental sciences or urban design, and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience with urban design, development review, subdivision, land use, and environmental issues. A.I.C.P. designation desired.

Licenses/Requirements: Valid Washington State driver’s license by date of hire and a driving record that meets City standards. Fulfillment of bargaining unit agreement membership is required within 30 days of hire.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office environment, requires driving to meetings and making site visits. Attendance at meetings will require working evening hours.

Benefits: The City of Redmond provides a generous benefits package including: medical, dental and vision benefits; paid sick leave, vacation and holidays; retirement; life insurance; and tuition reimbursement.