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CITY OF GARDEN CITY

ASSISTANT PLANNER: CODE COMPLIANCE EMPHASIS

Reports To: Development Services

Director

Department: Development Services

Established: 4/2024

Revised: NA

FLSA Designation: Non-exempt

Pay Grade: 8

Summary /Primary Function

Garden City is seeking an Assistant Planner. The position is for a planner; however, code

education and enforcement duties are an essential function of the position. The positions

primary focus is to be an ambassador for the city and create a positive environment to

achieve code compliance in Garden City. The position performs plan reviews of simple to

moderately complex applications for compliance with building and development

ordinances, plans, as well as stipulations approved by administrative bodies. This position

also conducts municipal ordinance inspections and investigations, issues citations for

violations, and assists in the remedy of violations. In addition to day-to-day customer

service, permit processing, and assisting in department operations, the position may

conduct public outreach or create programs to reduce violations or their impacts on Garden

City. The position may also assist with a variety of Development Service long-range plans,

and projects, including, but not limited to, work in urban design, community sustainability,

floodplain management, and other department functions.

Duties may be performed within a defined latitude for independent judgment with internal

controls for accuracy and compliance under the management of the direct supervisor, the

Development Services Director.

The principal duties of this class are performed in both a general office environment and

an outdoor environment that may include exposure to adverse weather conditions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The description of duties is intended to present a descriptive list and range of duties

performed by employees in this position. The list is not intended to be comprehensive of all

duties performed within the job.

Provide public assistance and outreach related to applicable laws, ordinances, codes,

and policies.

Review and process applications for compliance with City ordinances and other

applicable regulations.

Provide and interpret applicable laws, ordinances, codes, policies, and evidence to the

public, coworkers, other departments, decision-makers, and in a court of law.

Analyze, and determine code compliance, violations, and grandfather rights.

Generate effective, accurate, and professional written and oral reports and outreach

materials.

Present in a public setting, such as in front of the Planning and Zoning Commission or

City Council.

Prepare and maintain records in a manner consistent with approved Department file

management processes.

Sets priorities, ensures timely processing of applications and projects, including public

noticing, correspondence, and drafting presentations, and written reports.

Perform self-initiated patrol consisting of code enforcement violations and other

relevant code enforcement activities.

Interact with parties involved in code violations or code violation complaints.

Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations, inspections, and field evaluations.

Contact, cooperate, and coordinate with other staff, departments, agencies, and

governing bodies in matters relating to public relations, investigations, and prosecution.

Refer charges for review and prosecution to the city attorney\'s office.

Maintain, clean, and care for City-issued equipment and vehicles.

Create and administer programs to reduce code violations and impacts of violations to

Garden City.

May aid with Garden City Code, Comprehensive Plan, and ma ster planning updates,

projects, and procedures.

Performs special projects, studies, and research as directed; including performing

portions of work of higher classified positions as assigned or performing duties of

similar complexity in other divisions or departments as assigned.

Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures, and

safety practices.

Acceptable Experience and Training

High school diploma or GED equivalent is required and a bachelors or masters degree

or certification in urban planning, criminal justice, public administration, or related field

is preferred; and

One (1) year of experience in city planning, criminal justice, business administration, or

a simil