The City of Mandan, North Dakota is currently accepting applications for the position of:

City Planner - Grade 23

MUST APPLY ON COMPANY WEBSITE TO BE CONSIDERED. https://city-of-mandan-nd.hireonthego.com/

Position Details:

Salary: $89,962.35 to $112,452.93/year (DOE)

Status: Full-time/Exempt

Department: Engineering & Planning

Closing Date: Friday, April 11, 2025 (At 4:00 p.m. CT)

*Applications without a resume will be disqualified.

JOB SUMMARY

This position performs and oversees professional planning duties in support of the positive development of the City of Mandan.

MAJOR DUTIES

-Oversees and manages the operations of the City Planning Department to ensure efficiency and strategic alignment of the Citys goals.

-Prepares amendments to the Mandan Code of Ordinances and to the Land Use and Transportation Plan.

-Serves as primary contact for development inquiries related to land use entitlement processes such as rezoning, variances, land use amendments, subdivision plats, etc.

-Writes staff reports consolidating department and agency comments with recommendations.

-Works with consultants on plans, studies, grants, etc.

-Prepares and presents staff reports, resolutions, and ordinances to relevant commissions and boards.

-Manages geographic information system (GIS) data to prepare maps and conduct analysis.

-Facilitates other special projects such as real estate sales, grant development, etc.

-Represents the city as a member of the Metropolitan Planning Organization.

-Develops and oversees department budget.

-Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

-Knowledge of land use and transportation planning principles.

-Knowledge of GIS software.

-Knowledge of legal principles as related to municipal planning.

-Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.

-Skill in reviewing plans and specifications.

-Skill in development and update of land use and transportation plans.

-Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.

-Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

This position has direct supervision over the Administrative Assistant and the Assistant City Planner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

-Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.

-Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require three to five years of related experience.

-Possession of or ability to obtain American Institute of Certified Planners certification.

-Possession of or ability to obtain Certified Floodplain Manger certification preferred.