Senior Community Planner

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　　Senior Community Planner

　　Salary

　　$72,240.00 - $83,979.00 Annually

　　Location

　　Gwinnett County, GA

　　Job Type

　　Full-Time Appointed

　　Job Number

　　24-02218

　　Department

　　Department of Planning and Development

　　Opening Date

　　01/09/2024

　　Closing Date

　　3/9/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

　　FLSA

　　Exempt

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Class Summary

　　Job Description

　　Under the direction of the Deputy Division Director, the Community Planner will join a team responsible for designing and implementing community-based planning processes, with the goal of identifying neighborhood needs, developing goals and strategies, and creating implementation plans. This position serves as the liaison and champion for neighborhood revitalization. The position administers a broad range of neighborhood and community development functions, which will result in improved quality of life for Gwinnett’s residents.

　　Essential Duties

　　Analyzes census, land use, housing, and real estate data as a basis for community planning, and prepares maps, charts, and other graphics to make informed planning decisions

　　Participates in the preparation and development of small area plans, topical studies, grant applications and other planning efforts to support the implementation of the 2045 Unified Plan.

　　Identifies planning needs in various neighborhoods and develops short-term and long-term strategies to enhance quality of life in the neighborhoods

　　Manages the Gwinnett Community Planning and Neighborhood Support Program and related Place-Making Grant

　　Prepares, administers, and implements local, regional, state, and federal grant programs including the Livable Centers Initiative, the Community Development Block Grant program, and the mTAP program

　　Facilitates community engagement activities, such as community meetings, workshops, pop-up events, and charrettes to gather community input and promote transparency in the planning process. Tasks include but are not limited to developing agendas, managing logistics, and creating meeting materials

　　Serves as a liaison between the County and neighborhood associations and community organizations, identifies potential community leaders and maintains a contact database for the County

　　Collaborates with community stakeholders, including civic associations, business groups, neighborhood groups, community members, and other relevant organizations to present information on planning initiatives, gather input and ensure efficient implementation of various planning strategies and policies

　　Develops a working knowledge of various County departments that provide services to the community, and communicates updates on County plans, projects, initiatives, and services to the community

　　Collaborates with relevant County departments to ensure the integration of planning initiatives with other governmental functions, such as transportation and infrastructure development

　　Public Speaking Duties

　　Facilitate community engagements, meetings, workshops, and pop up events

　　Serve as a liaison between the county and neighborhood associations

　　Collaborate with community stakeholders, business groups, and organizations

　　Grade

　　The grade for this position is 103. Salary will be dependent on education and experience.

　　Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration AND

　　T hree years of community-based planning and neighborhood development or a related field

　　An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be considered

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Master’s degree in urban planning, urban design/architecture, public administration, business administration or fields related to community and economic development

　　Minimum five years of full-time experience in community-based planning and neighborhood development or a related field

　　Understanding of community issues related to land use, transportation, parks, trails, economic development, and affordable housing

　　Demonstrated knowledge of comprehensive planning, small area planning, and planning principles, practices, and trends

　　An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be considered

　　Strong written and verbal communications and project management skills

　　Experience in building consensus and developing independent programs and policies in a fast-paced environment

　　AICP Certification or desire to acquire within 12 months

　　For information related to position-specific essential duties, knowledge and skills, and physical requirements, please click here (https://agency.governmentjobs.com/gwinnett/default.cfm?action=specbulletin&ClassSpecID=1158939&headerfooter=0) .

　　Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.

　　Additional Information

　　Department of Planning & Development

　　The Planning and Economic Development Division is responsible for managing major economic development initiatives, supporting small businesses, maintaining Gwinnett’s 2040 Unified Plan, creating and implementing master plans, and providing support to the County’s existing neighborhoods through community-based planning and community engagement initiatives.

　　For more information about this department, please click here (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/planningdevelopment) .

　　About Gwinnett County

　　Welcome to Gwinnett County — one of America's fastest-growing counties for the past 20 years. Our dynamic and exciting county combines the best of big-city living with the comforts of the suburbs.

　　The county's population in 2000 was about 588,448 and we’ve only continued to grow since then, with the population expected to reach one million by the year 2022.

　　Gwinnett has many advantages, beginning with its location and road system. The county is just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Thanks to this location, 80 percent of the U.S. population is within a two-hour flight. Georgia Highway 316 has been extended to Athens, reducing travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes. Gwinnett's infrastructure includes more than 2,750 miles of roadways to provide excellent mobility for our residents.

　　The County Administrator and County Attorney are appointed by the Board of Commissioners and serve at its pleasure. To implement the Board's policy directives, the County Administrator uses a management team consisting of members of his immediate staff and 14 department directors. The 14 departments that make up the executive side are Police Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Corrections, Communications, Support Services, Financial Services, Community Services, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, Law, Planning and Development, Water Resources, Child Advocacy & Juvenile Services, and Transportation. Each department is run by a director who is charged with managing operations in a manner which stresses the County’s values.

　　In addition to the executive side of County government, certain services are provided through Constitutional officers and independent elected officials. These external offices are created by the Georgia Constitution or through state law. In Gwinnett, they include the Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, District Attorney, Solicitor, Probate Court Judge, and Chief Magistrate.

　　Vision

　　Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!

　　Mission

　　Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.

　　Values

　　Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.

　　Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.

　　Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.

　　Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.

　　Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.

　　Hiring Process

　　Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:

　　Hiring Process (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/hr/employmentandtesting/hiringprocess)

　　FAQs

　　Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.

　　For questions about recruitment, or to request a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, please call Human Resources at 770-822-7915 or email [email protected].

　　Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees’ lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.

　　Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.

　　On average, our employees’ benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary!

　　In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees’ medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost!

　　Health

　　Medical plans for active and retired employees

　　Dental and vision plans

　　Prescription drug plan

　　Wellness

　　Onsite Employee Wellness Center

　　24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

　　Immunizations

　　Wellness education and incentive programs

　　Annual wellness fair

　　Family and Career

　　Training and professional development opportunities

　　Family planning benefits

　　Four weeks of paid parental leave

　　Time

　　Annual/Sick Leave

　　12 paid holidays per calendar year

　　1 paid floating holiday per calendar year

　　Money

　　Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care

　　Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) available

　　Health Savings Account (HSA) available

　　Retirement and Savings Plans

　　401(a) Defined Contribution

　　457 (b) Deferred Compensation

　　Longevity pay

　　Tuition reimbursement

　　Financial education programs

　　Protection

　　Basic, optional, and dependent life insurance

　　Short-term and long-term disability

　　Critical illness and accident insurance

　　Hospital indemnity insurance

　　Identity theft protection

　　To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, click here (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/hr/benefitsinformation) .

　　01

　　Have you completed a degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design/Architecture, Public Administration, Business Administration or fields related to Community and Economic Development?

　　Have not completed a degree in the specified fields of study

　　Completed associate degree in the specified fields of study

　　Completed bachelor's degree in the specified fields of study

　　Completed master's degree or higher in the specified fields of study

　　02

　　How many years of community-based planning, neighborhood development, or related experience do you have?

　　none

　　less than 1 year

　　1 year to less than 2 years

　　2 years to less than 3 years

　　3 years to less than 4 years

　　4 years to less than 5 years

　　5 years to less than 6 years

　　6 years to less than 7 years

　　7 years to less than 8 years

　　8 years to less than 9 years

　　9 years to less than 10 years

　　10 or more years

　　03

　　Describe your in community-based planning, neighborhood development, or related field experience. If none, type N/A.

　　04

　　Do you have an AICP certification?

　　Yes

　　No

　　Required Question

　　Agency

　　Gwinnett County

　　Address

　　75 Langley Drive Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046

　　Phone

　　770.822.7915 770.822.7923

　　Website

　　http://www.gwinnettcountyjobs.com